Privacy Policy for Gistr
Effective Date: January 10, 2025
Gistr (referred to as "we," "our," or "us") operates the web application at https://app.getgistr.com("Website") and the Gistr Chrome Extension ("Extension"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our services.
1. Information We Collect
a. Account Information
When you sign up for Gistr, we collect the following personal information:
- Email address: Required for account creation and authentication.
- Password: Used for securing your account.
b. Saved Summaries
We store your saved article summaries, including metadata like URLs, titles, and user-provided ratings or tags.
c. Chrome Extension Data
The Gistr Chrome Extension stores:
- Your Supabase access and refresh tokens for authentication purposes.
- Your saved summaries for offline access and synchronization with the web app.
d. Non-Personal Information
We may collect anonymized or aggregated usage data, such as:
- Browser type
- Device information
- Interaction patterns with our Website and Extension
e. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze app performance. These may include session cookies for login persistence and analytics cookies for improving our services.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use the collected data to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services.
- Authenticate users and secure accounts.
- Synchronize saved article summaries across the Website and Extension.
- Enhance user experience through personalized features.
- Analyze usage trends and optimize our platform's performance.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
a. Service Providers
We may share your data with third-party providers like Supabase, which handles data storage and authentication. These providers adhere to strict data protection policies.
b. Legal Compliance
We may disclose your data if required to do so by law or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations or protect the rights, property, or safety of our users.
c. Aggregated Data
Non-personal, anonymized data may be shared with third parties for analytical purposes.
4. Data Storage and Security
Data Storage: Your data is securely stored in our Supabase database, which employs encryption and industry-standard security practices.
Access Tokens: Chrome Extension access and refresh tokens are securely stored locally on your device and are never shared with unauthorized parties.
Security Measures: We implement HTTPS, encryption, and regular security audits to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
5. Your Rights
a. Access and Update Information
You can access and update your account information through the Gistr web application.
b. Data Deletion
You may request the deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at contact@getgistr.com.
c. Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
6. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify you of significant updates via email or app notifications. Continued use of our services after the changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: contact@getgistr.com
Mailing Address: 309 Laurel Oak Ct., Spartanburg, SC, 29306
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