1. Introduction

Welcome to Saxby ("we," "our," "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our AI article writing web application (the "Service"). This policy complies with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and incorporates requirements for the use of Google Analytics, Google OAuth, and GitHub OAuth for authentication purposes.

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not access or use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Data

While using our Service, we may collect personally identifiable information, such as:

• Name
• Email address
• GitHub username (if using GitHub OAuth)
• Google account information (if using Google OAuth)
• IP address
• Usage data (e.g., interactions with our Service, preferences)

The above data is collected with your consent and in compliance with GDPR Article 6(1)(a).

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how the Service is accessed and used, including:

• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on each page
• Referring URLs
• Geolocation data (non-exact location for analytical purposes)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies, such as Google Analytics, to track your activity on our Service and to hold certain information. You can opt-out of tracking cookies by adjusting your browser settings.

3. Use of Data

We use the collected data for various purposes, including:

• To provide and maintain the Service
• To authenticate users via Google OAuth and GitHub OAuth
• To notify you about changes to our Service
• To improve user experience and enhance functionality of the Service
• To analyze how our Service is used with Google Analytics
• To comply with legal obligations, including CCPA, CPRA, and GDPR

4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data (GDPR)

If you are from the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using personal data described in this Privacy Policy depends on the personal data we collect and the context in which we collect it. We may process your personal data based on the following grounds:

• Consent: You have given us permission to process your personal data.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests and does not override your rights.
• Legal Obligation: We need to comply with a legal obligation.
• Performance of a Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you.

5. User Rights Under GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA

You have specific rights regarding your personal data under GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA, including:

• Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Rectification: You may request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
• Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
• Data Portability: You have the right to obtain a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If we process your personal data based on consent, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time.
• Opt-Out: Under CCPA/CPRA, you may request to opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information with third parties.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at saxbyapp@gmail.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your personal data to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your data with the following third parties:

• Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted service providers to help us operate and improve our Service.
• Third-Party Authentication: Data is shared as necessary to facilitate logins via Google OAuth or GitHub OAuth.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal data if required by law.

8. Data Security

We use reasonable technical, organizational, and administrative measures to safeguard your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

9. Google Analytics, Google OAuth, and GitHub OAuth

We integrate with Google Analytics, Google OAuth, and GitHub OAuth for functionality and authentication. You agree to the respective privacy policies of Google and GitHub when using these services.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, and maintained on, servers located outside your country where the data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 16.

12. Changes to This Privacy 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.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Phare OÜ

Email: support@saxby.io