Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 7, 2025
AetherPad ("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 application and services (the "Service").
1. Information We Collect
- Account Information: We collect your email address and securely hashed password upon registration. Optionally, you may provide a profile photo.
- Notes Content: Your titles, text, and tags are stored securely for your use.
- Usage Data: Non-personal data such as device, browser, IP, and usage metrics may be collected to improve the app.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain the Service.
- To analyze and improve functionality.
- To respond to inquiries and offer support.
- To personalize user experience and develop new features.
- To prevent fraud and secure user data.
3. Data Protection and Security
- HTTPS Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit.
- Password Hashing: We never store plain-text passwords.
- Access Control: Only authorized staff may access system-level data.
4. Sharing & Disclosure
We never sell your data. We may share minimal information with trusted third parties solely to provide the Service. Legal obligations may also require disclosure in limited cases.
5. Your Data Rights
- You may view or update your profile within app settings.
- You may delete your notes at any time.
- You may request full account deletion via email.
6. Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar tools to enhance usability and monitor traffic. You can disable these in your browser settings.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for users under 13. If we discover data from a minor, we will promptly delete it.
8. Policy Updates
Any changes to this policy will be communicated in-app or via email. Continued use of the Service implies agreement to the revised policy.
9. Contact
Questions or concerns? Reach us at: support@shivender.pro