Privacy Policy for Proven Ideas

Last Updated: January 2025

Thank you for using Proven Ideas ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal and non-personal information when you use our SaaS ideas database service.

By accessing or using our service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not use our service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Data

We collect the following personal information from you:

Account Information:
- Name: To personalize your experience and communicate with you
- Email Address: For account management, service updates, and support
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we do not store payment details on our servers)

1.2 Non-Personal Data

We collect non-personal information including:
- IP addresses and device information
- Browser type and version
- Usage statistics and analytics
- Service performance metrics
- Database search and access patterns

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and use your data for:
- Providing access to the SaaS ideas database
- Processing payments and managing subscriptions
- Sending service updates and notifications
- Providing customer support
- Improving our service functionality
- Analyzing service performance and usage patterns
- Understanding how users interact with the database

3. Data Usage and Access

3.1 Database Access

Proven Ideas provides access to a database of SaaS ideas and company features. When you access the database:
- Your access is logged for service improvement purposes
- Search queries are analyzed to improve database functionality
- Usage patterns help us understand what features are most valuable

3.2 Data Processing

Proven Ideas only processes data when you explicitly use the database service.

We do not process data without user action.

Users can delete their account at any time.

3.3 Sharing of Data

We do not sell, share, or provide your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data is only used to provide and improve the database service.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data with:
- Stripe: For payment processing (payment data only)
- Service providers: For hosting, analytics, and support (under strict confidentiality agreements)

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Secure storage of account information using industry-standard encryption
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure data centers and infrastructure
- Principle of least privilege for all data access

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us. Some data may be retained for legal or regulatory compliance.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Export your data
- Withdraw consent for data processing

8. Children's Privacy

Proven Ideas is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

10. Updates to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email or through our service.

11. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us through our website.

12. Compliance

We comply with applicable data protection laws including GDPR and CCPA. We maintain transparency about our data usage practices.

13. Privacy-First Data Processing

13.1 Data Minimization

We collect and store only the minimum data necessary:
- Account information for service provision
- Usage statistics and analytics
- Payment information (processed through Stripe)
- No unnecessary personal data collection

13.2 Encryption and Security

All data is protected with:
- End-to-end encryption for sensitive information
- Secure data storage with industry-standard encryption
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Secure access controls and authentication

13.3 User Control

We prioritize user control over data:
- Users can delete their account and data at any time
- No data processing without explicit user action
- Clear privacy controls and settings
- Transparent data usage practices

By using Proven Ideas, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and authorize us to process your data for the purposes outlined in this policy.