Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

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

By using Matlinks, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide Services: Create and manage your account, process transactions, deliver content
• Improve Service: Analyze usage patterns, develop new features, optimize performance
• Communications: Send service updates, respond to inquiries, provide customer support
• Marketing: Send promotional emails (you can opt out at any time)
• Security: Detect fraud, prevent abuse, protect against security threats
• Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations, enforce our Terms of Service
• Personalization: Recommend content, customize your experience

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
• Encrypted storage for sensitive data
• Secure authentication via Supabase
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and monitoring

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Specifically:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
• Usage Data: Retained for 2 years for analytics purposes
• Deleted Accounts: Data deleted within 30 days of account deletion, except as required by law

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails
• Restriction: Limit how we use your data
• Object: Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, email us at support@matlinks.io or use your account settings.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and security
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Analytics Cookies: Understand how you use the Service

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

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at support@matlinks.io, and we will delete the information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to our facilities and service providers worldwide.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, email support@matlinks.io with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

12. European Union Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, we process your data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for processing
• Contract: Processing is necessary to provide the Service
• Legal Obligation: Processing is required by law
• Legitimate Interest: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not complied with GDPR.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: