NoteAllies
At NoteAllies, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our note-sharing platform.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Username and display name
- Email address
- First and last name (optional)
- Password (securely encrypted)
Content Information
We store the notes and content you create, including:
- Note titles and content
- Categories and tags you assign
- Sharing permissions and collaborator lists
- Creation and modification timestamps
Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information about how you use our service:
- Login times and frequency of use
- Features accessed and actions performed
- Browser type and device information
- IP address and general location
How We Use Your Information
We use your information solely to provide and improve our service:
- Service Provision: To enable note creation, editing, sharing, and collaboration features
- Account Management: To maintain your account, authenticate logins, and provide customer support
- Communication: To send important service notifications and respond to your inquiries
- Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform features
Information Sharing and Privacy
Your Content Privacy
- Private Notes: Your private notes are never shared with anyone unless you explicitly choose to share them
- Shared Notes: Notes you share with collaborators are only accessible to those specific users you invite
- Public Notes: Notes you mark as public are visible to all NoteAllies users
- Your Control: You can change privacy settings for your notes at any time
We Never Sell Your Data
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. Your data is yours.
Limited Third-Party Sharing
We only share your information in these specific circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations or court orders
- To protect our rights, safety, or the safety of our users
- With service providers who help us operate the platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Passwords are encrypted using strong hashing algorithms
- Data transmission is protected with SSL/TLS encryption
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal data by our team
- Secure database storage with backup systems
Your Rights and Choices
Account Control
- Access: You can view and edit your account information at any time
- Correction: You can update or correct your personal information
- Deletion: You can delete individual notes or your entire account
- Export: You can export your notes before deleting your account
Communication Preferences
You can opt out of non-essential communications while still receiving important service notifications.
Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary:
- Account information: Until you delete your account
- Notes and content: Until you delete them or your account
- Usage logs: Typically 90 days for security and improvement purposes
- Deleted content: Permanently removed from our systems within 30 days
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify users of significant changes through the platform or via email. Your continued use of NoteAllies after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us through our contact page.