Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

IdeaBrowser ("we", "us", "our") operates the ideabrowser.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Account information: name, email address, and encrypted password when you create an account.
• Email subscription: email address when you subscribe to our newsletter.
• Usage data: pages visited, ideas viewed, bookmarks created, and other interactions with our service.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, and user agent string for security and session management.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain our service, including delivering daily startup ideas via email.
• To manage your account and subscription.
• To send you our daily idea newsletter (if subscribed).
• To improve and personalize your experience.
• To prevent fraud and ensure the security of our service.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on our servers. Passwords are encrypted using bcrypt and are never stored in plain text. We use HTTPS to encrypt data in transit and follow industry-standard security practices to protect your information.

5. Cookies

We use essential cookies to manage your session and keep you signed in. We do not use third-party tracking cookies or advertising cookies.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for payment processing and email delivery. These services have their own privacy policies and only receive the minimum information necessary to perform their function.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data.
• Correct inaccurate personal data.
• Delete your account and associated data.
• Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the link in each email.
• Export your data upon request.

8. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days. Anonymized usage data may be retained for analytics purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

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

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at privacy@ideabrowser.com.