1. Introduction

GrowthForge ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
Profile Information: Optional information such as profile picture and bio
Content: Posts, drafts, and other content you create or analyze using our Service
Payment Information: Billing address and payment details (processed securely by our payment provider, Stripe)
Communications: Information you provide when you contact us for support

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

Usage Data: Information about how you use the Service, including features accessed and actions taken
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and unique device identifiers
Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, and referring URLs
Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your experience

3. 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 you technical notices, updates, and support messages
Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
Develop new features and services
Send marketing communications (with your consent)

4. AI Processing

Our Service uses artificial intelligence to analyze and generate content. When you use these features:

Your content is processed by our AI systems to provide analysis and suggestions
We may use anonymized and aggregated data to improve our AI models
We do not use your personal content to train AI models without your explicit consent
AI-generated content is not stored longer than necessary to provide the Service

5. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., payment processing, hosting, analytics)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to respond to legal process
Protection: To protect the rights, property, and safety of GrowthForge, our users, or others
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Consent: With your consent or at your direction

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication requirements
Secure data centers with physical security measures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We may also retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time
Cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@growthforge.co.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Keep you logged in to your account
Remember your preferences and settings
Understand how you use our Service
Improve our Service based on usage patterns

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

10. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

Key third-party services we use include:

Stripe: For payment processing
Supabase: For authentication and data storage
Anthropic: For AI processing

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We take appropriate measures to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

13. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt out of the sale of your information.

As noted above, we do not sell personal information. To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@growthforge.co.

14. 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 Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@growthforge.co
Website: https://growthforge.co