InstantVault

1. Overview

instantVault ("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 backup and restore service ("the Service"). By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect your email address and authentication credentials. We use magic link authentication and do not store passwords.

2.2 Backup Data

We store the database snapshots you create through the Service. This data is stored securely and is only accessible through your authenticated account.

2.3 Usage Data

We may collect information about how the Service is accessed and used, including page views, feature usage, and diagnostic data to help us improve the Service.

2.4 Cookies

We use essential cookies to maintain your session and authentication state. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve the Service
To authenticate your identity and secure your account
To perform backup and restore operations you request
To communicate with you about your account and the Service
To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse
To comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage & Security

Your backup data is stored on secure servers with encryption at rest and in transit. We implement industry-standard security measures including TLS encryption for all data transfers and encrypted storage for all backups. Access to backup data is strictly controlled and requires authentication through your account.

5. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information or backup data to third parties. We may disclose your information only in the following circumstances:

With your explicit consent
To comply with a legal obligation or valid legal request
To protect and defend our rights or property
To prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service

6. Data Retention

We retain your backup data for as long as your account is active and as needed to provide you the Service. You may delete your backups at any time through the Service. Upon account deletion, all associated data including backups will be permanently removed from our systems within 30 days.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

The right to access your personal data
The right to rectify inaccurate data
The right to request deletion of your data
The right to restrict or object to processing
The right to data portability
The right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

8. Third-Party Services

The Service integrates with InstantDB for database operations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you connect to through our platform.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at privacy@instantvault.dev.