Privacy Policy

TideInCal ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding it.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information required to provide the service:

• Email address, required to create an account and deliver your purchase.
• First and last name, optional, provided at signup.
• Purchase records, we store a record of your plan type and subscription status so we can verify access on future downloads.

We do not store credit card numbers or full payment details. All payment processing is handled by Stripe, a PCI-compliant payment provider.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To authenticate your account and authorize downloads.
• To send purchase confirmation and, if applicable, subscription renewal notices to your email.
• To respond to support requests sent to us directly.

We do not use your information for advertising, and we do not sell or share your data with third parties except as described in this policy.

3. Cookies and Session Data

We use a secure, HTTP-only session cookie to keep you logged in between visits. This cookie contains no personal information, only an encrypted session identifier. It expires when you log out or after a period of inactivity.

We do not use third-party tracking cookies or advertising pixels.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Stripe, payment processing
• Google Fonts, font delivery (no personal data is sent)

5. Data Retention

We retain your account and purchase records for as long as your account is active. If you request account deletion, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law (e.g. financial records).

6. Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data at any time by emailing us at the address below. We will respond within 14 days.

7. Children

TideInCal is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be noted with an updated effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact

Questions about this policy? Email us at TideInCal@gmail.com.