1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

Account Information: Name, email address, and profile picture when you sign up via OAuth providers (GitHub, Google).
Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your credit card numbers.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Service, including AI chat conversations and feature usage.
Waitlist Data: Email addresses submitted through our waitlist form.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
Process transactions and send related information
Send technical notices, updates, and support messages
Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (Stripe for payments, Vercel for hosting, AI providers for chat functionality).
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. All data is encrypted in transit using TLS and at rest. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Export your data
Opt out of marketing communications

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request deletion of your account and data at any time.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@founderos.dev.