Privacy Policy

ThriftGalaxy ("we", "us", or "our") operates thriftgalaxy.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password (stored as a secure hash). If you sign in via Google or Apple, we receive your name and email from the provider.

Usage Data: We automatically collect information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and timestamps. This data helps us improve the Service.

Cookies: We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. Third-party services (Google AdSense, analytics) may set additional cookies.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Send price alert notifications you have opted into
• Display relevant advertisements via Google AdSense
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Prevent fraud and ensure security

3. Third-Party Services

We integrate with the following third-party services that may collect data independently:

• Google AdSense: Displays advertisements and may use cookies for ad personalization. See Google's Privacy Policy.
• eBay API: We fetch product listings from eBay. Your search queries are sent to eBay to retrieve results.
• Sentry: Error tracking service that collects technical data to help us fix bugs.
• Resend: Email delivery service used to send verification and notification emails.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with service providers who assist in operating the Service (hosting, email delivery, error tracking), and when required by law.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. Usage data and logs are retained for up to 12 months. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

6. Your Rights

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

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing of your data
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@thriftgalaxy.com.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted passwords (bcrypt), HTTPS encryption, and httpOnly cookies. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the Service. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@thriftgalaxy.com.