Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Nomencraft ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our AI-powered business name generation service (the "Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address (required for account creation and communication)
• Name (optional, for personalization)
• Profile information (if provided)
• Authentication data (encrypted passwords or social login tokens)

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use our Service:

• Generation requests and parameters (business descriptions, preferences)
• Generated business names and your interactions with them
• Domain availability checks performed
• Favorites and saved names
• Usage patterns and feature preferences

2.3 Payment Information

For paid services, we collect payment information through Stripe:

• Billing information (processed securely by Stripe)
• Subscription and payment history
• Credit usage and purchase records

2.4 Technical Data

We collect technical information to improve our Service:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information and operating system
• Session data and user agent
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing and improving our AI name generation services
• Processing payments and managing subscriptions
• Personalizing your experience and saving your preferences
• Communicating with you about your account and service updates
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our algorithms and features
• Preventing fraud and ensuring service security
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We use trusted third-party services (like Stripe for payments, SendGrid for emails) that may process your data on our behalf
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption of sensitive data, secure data transmission, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Account information is retained until you delete your account. Generation history and favorites are kept to provide continuity in your experience but can be deleted upon request.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Request transfer of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and login status
• Analyze site usage and improve our services
• Provide personalized content and features

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

• Stripe: Payment processing (Stripe Privacy Policy applies)
• Google Analytics: Usage analytics (Google Privacy Policy applies)
• SendGrid: Email communications (SendGrid Privacy Policy applies)
• Social Login Providers: If you use social authentication

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with this privacy policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us. We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.