Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you register for an account, we collect your email address and encrypted password.
• Content: We collect and store the content you create, including notes, tasks, boards, and any other data you input into the Service.
• Waitlist Information: If you join our waitlist, we collect your email address and any other information you voluntarily provide.
• Feedback: When you submit feedback through our feedback form, we collect the information you provide, including your email address (unless submitted anonymously).

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We collect information about how you use the Service, including:

• Feature usage and interactions
• Item counts (notes, tasks, boards)
• Sharing activity and counts
• Session information
• Performance and throughput metrics

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and maintain your session. Session cookies are essential for the Service to function properly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To Provide and Maintain the Service: Including processing your requests, storing your content, and ensuring the Service functions properly.
• To Improve the Service: We analyze usage data to understand how users interact with Astryk and to identify areas for improvement.
• To Communicate with You: Including sending service-related announcements, responding to your feedback, and providing customer support.
• To Ensure Security: We use information to detect, prevent, and address security issues, fraud, and abuse.
• To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may use information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Service, including:

• Hosting Provider: Our infrastructure is hosted on Linode VPS servers.
• Other service providers who help us deliver and improve the Service.

These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas).

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Data Storage

• Your data is stored on secure servers hosted by Linode in the United States.
• We maintain automated backups of your data to prevent data loss.
• Your account password is encrypted using industry-standard encryption methods.

4.2 Security Measures

We implement standard security practices to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of passwords and sensitive data
• Secure server infrastructure
• Regular security updates and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Control

• Content Ownership: You retain all ownership rights to the content you create using Astryk.
• Account Deletion: You may request deletion of your account and associated data by submitting a request through our feedback form at astryk@jroverton.com.

5.2 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your data by contacting us at astryk@jroverton.com.

5.3 Cookies

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You may be able to set your browser to remove or reject cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Service.

6. International Users and Data Transfers

Astryk is based in Kansas, United States. If you are accessing the Service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

6.1 European Union Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at astryk@jroverton.com.

6.2 California Users (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at astryk@jroverton.com.

7. Alpha Status and Changes to Service

Astryk is currently in alpha testing. During this phase:

• Features and functionality may change without notice
• Data retention practices may evolve
• We may update our privacy practices as we develop the Service

We will notify users of significant changes to this Privacy Policy by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users of material changes through the Service or via email

Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Terms of Service

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Terms of Service. Please review both documents to understand your rights and responsibilities.