Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

FreeWaitlist ("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 waitlist API service.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

• Email address (through Google OAuth)
• Name and profile picture (from Google account)
• Account creation and last login dates

Waitlist Data

• Email addresses submitted to your waitlists
• Associated metadata (form fields, timestamps)
• Waitlist configuration settings

Usage Information

• API usage statistics and logs
• Error logs and performance metrics
• IP addresses and user agents (temporarily for security)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the waitlist API service
• Authenticate and manage your account
• Store and manage your waitlist entries
• Monitor and improve service performance
• Prevent abuse and ensure security
• Communicate service updates or issues

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except:

• Service Providers: Google (for authentication), hosting providers for infrastructure
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing

Important: The email addresses collected through your waitlists belong to you. We act as a data processor, and you are the data controller responsible for compliance with data protection laws.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure database storage with access controls
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

6. Data Retention

We retain your data as follows:

• Account Data: Until you delete your account
• Waitlist Entries: Until you delete them or your account
• Logs: Up to 90 days for security and debugging purposes

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Portability: Export your waitlist data
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing

You can exercise these rights through your account dashboard or by contacting us.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal cookies necessary for authentication and session management. We do not use tracking cookies or analytics tools that collect personal information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place when transferring data internationally.

10. Children's Privacy

FreeWaitlist is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last modified" date.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our website or GitHub repository.