1. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and any information you voluntarily provide.

Usage Data: We collect information about how you use the Service, including the formulations you submit, compliance analyses performed, and interaction patterns.

Formulation Data: When you submit a formulation brief for compliance analysis, we process the ingredients, product types, claims, and target markets you provide. This data is stored temporarily for analysis and session purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide and improve the compliance analysis Service
To process your transactions and send related information
To send transactional emails (magic links, welcome emails)
To respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
To detect and prevent fraud and abuse

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (e.g., Resend for email, Anthropic for AI analysis, Stripe for payments)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

4. Data Storage and Security

Your account data is stored on secure servers. We use industry-standard encryption for data in transit and at rest. Formulation data processed through our AI tools is handled with appropriate confidentiality measures.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account information and usage data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time by contacting support.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to processing of your data
Data portability

7. Cookies

We use session cookies for authentication and preference storage. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Service functionality.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Service uses the following third-party services:

Resend: Email delivery for magic links and notifications
Anthropic: AI-powered compliance analysis
Stripe: Payment processing
Vercel: Hosting and deployment

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

10. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your country of residence. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data receives adequate protection.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of material changes via email or notice on the Service.

12. Contact

For privacy-related questions, contact us at privacy@formulationcheck.com.