Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our services.

Personal Information

• Name: This includes data such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide when registering or using our services.
• Email Address: For account creation and communication
• Account Credentials: Username and encrypted password

Business Ideas and Content

• Business ideas and related information you submit
• Report preferences and settings
• Public/private sharing preferences

Payment Information

• Payment processing is handled entirely by Stripe
• We do not store credit card or payment details
• We receive only transaction confirmations from Stripe

Technical Information

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Usage patterns and preferences (no analytics tools currently used)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including but not limited to providing and improving our services.

• Provide the Service: To provide and improve our services.
• Account Management: Create and maintain your account
• Communication: To communicate with you about updates, offers, and promotions.
• Payment Processing: To process transactions and manage your account.
• Referral Program: Track and process referral rewards
• Future Marketing: We may send promotional emails (with opt-out options)

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

Service Providers

• Stripe: For payment processing (they have their own privacy policy)
• Hosting Services: For platform operation and data storage

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes
• Protect our rights and property
• Ensure user safety
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities

Public Ideas

• If you choose to make your business ideas public, they may be visible to other users
• This is entirely your choice through privacy settings

4. Data Retention and Deletion

Your Control

• You may delete your business ideas at any time
• You may delete your entire account at any time
• Upon deletion, your ideas are removed from our active systems

Our Practices

• We do not permanently store your business ideas
• Deleted data may remain in backups for up to 30 days for technical reasons
• Account information may be retained as required for legal/business purposes
• Payment records are retained as required by law

5. International Users and Data Transfers

• Our Service is available globally
• Data may be transferred to and stored in the United States
• We implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers
• By using our Service, you consent to such transfers

6. Your Rights

General Rights

• Access: Request information about data we have about you
• Correction: Update or correct your personal information
• Deletion: Delete your account and associated data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

California Residents (CCPA Rights)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

• Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how we use it
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: We don't sell personal information, so this doesn't apply
• Non-Discrimination: We won't discriminate against you for exercising your rights

European Union Users (GDPR Rights)

If you are in the EU, you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Lawful Basis: We process data based on contract performance and legitimate interests
• Right to Object: Object to processing for marketing purposes
• Right to Restrict: Limit how we process your data
• Right to Complaint: File complaints with your local data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at: contact@reportcraft.io

7. Cookies and Tracking

Current Practices

• We currently use minimal cookies for essential site functionality
• We do not currently use analytics tools like Google Analytics
• We do not use tracking cookies for advertising

Future Changes

• If we implement analytics or tracking tools, we will update this policy
• You will have options to manage cookie preferences

8. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement measures to protect it from unauthorized access or disclosure.

• Password Security: Passwords are encrypted and securely stored
• Secure Transmission: Data is transmitted using secure protocols
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information
• Regular Updates: Security measures are regularly reviewed and updated

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

• Our Service is restricted to users 18 and older
• We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18
• If we discover we have collected information from a minor, we will delete it immediately
• Parents who believe their child has provided information should contact us

10. Marketing Communications

Current Practices

• We may send important account-related emails
• We may send promotional emails in the future

Your Choices

• You can opt out of marketing emails at any time
• Account-related emails are necessary for service operation
• You can manage preferences in your account settings

11. Referral Program Privacy

Information Collection

• We track referrals for reward purposes
• Referrer and referee information is linked for reward calculation
• Referral activity may be monitored to prevent fraud

Rewards Processing

• Rewards are processed according to program terms
• Payment information for monetary rewards is handled through Stripe

12. Changes to This Policy

• We may update this policy from time to time, and any changes will be reflected here.
• Significant changes will be communicated via email or platform notice
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
• Previous versions will be archived and available upon request

13. Third-Party Services

Stripe Payment Processing

• Payment processing is handled by Stripe
• Stripe has its own privacy policy: https://stripe.com/privacy
• We receive only necessary transaction information from Stripe

Future Services

• If we integrate additional third-party services, we will update this policy
• We will only work with services that maintain appropriate privacy standards

14. Business Transfers

• If ReportCraft is sold or merged, user information may be transferred
• We will provide notice before your information is transferred
• The new entity will be bound by this Privacy Policy until updated

15. Data Protection Officer

• For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our designated representative at: contact@reportcraft.io
• We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days
• Complex requests may require additional time

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at

• Email: contact@reportcraft.io
• Subject Line: Privacy Inquiry
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

17. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Delaware, United States, and applicable federal privacy laws including relevant international privacy regulations.