🔒 Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At RytePad (rytepad.com), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how RytePad ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and safeguards your personal information when you use our web-based task management and journaling application (the "Service"). By using RytePad, you consent to the practices described herein.

2. Information Collection

We collect the following types of information to provide and enhance the Service:

Personal Information:

• Full name, email address, and username (auto generated during registration).
• Password (stored as a secure hash).

Usage Data:

• IP address, login times, activity logs, and error logs (to monitor usage and troubleshoot issues).
• Time zone (to customize features like task reminders + to maintain time flexibility worldwide).

Content Data:

• Daily Tasks, Journal entries, goals, and tag notes (encrypted using AES-256 encryption).

Referral Data:

• Tracking ID (TID), country, and traffic source (if you participate in the referral program).

Log Data:

• Error logs and user activity logs (for service improvement and security).

3. Use of Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and personalize RytePad, including daily task management(or to-do lists), journaling, goal tracking & tag notes.
• Notifications: To send service-related emails, such as daily task reminders, based on your preferences.
• Improvement: To analyze usage trends, referral data, and logs to enhance features and user experience.
• Security: To monitor for threats, prevent abuse, and ensure the integrity of the Service.

4. Data Sharing

• No Sale or Rent: We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
• Service Providers: To facilitate the operation and enhancement of the Service, we may share non-personal data with carefully selected third-party service providers, such as email service providers. These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and are permitted to use the data only for the purposes of providing services to us.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required by law, to comply with legal processes, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
• Analytics: Aggregated, anonymized data may be used for statistical analysis or service improvement.

5. Data Security

• Encryption: Your content (daily tasks, journal entries, goals, tag notes) is encrypted using AES-256 encryption to ensure confidentiality.
• Password Protection: Passwords are securely hashed using industry-standard algorithms.
• Safeguards: We implement regular security audits, rate limiting (100 requests/minute), and strict access controls to protect your data.
• Limitations: While we strive to secure your data, no online service is 100% secure, and you share data at your own risk.

6. User Rights

• Access: View your personal data (e.g., daily tasks, journal entries) directly within the RytePad application.
• Correction: Update your username, full name, or password via your account settings, subject to limitations (e.g., 2 username changes).
• Deletion: Request account or data deletion by contacting us at [email protected]
• Notifications: Opt-in or opt-out of daily task reminder emails through your account settings.

7. Cookies and Tracking

• Cookies: We use cookies for session management, user preferences, and to enhance your experience. You can disable cookies via your browser settings, though this may limit functionality.
• Third-Party Tools: We use libraries like Flatpickr for date selection, which may employ cookies or tracking. Refer to their privacy policies for details.
• Analytics: Usage data may be analyzed to improve the Service, potentially via third-party tools, but only in anonymized form.

8. Data Retention

• Duration: We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service.
• Deletion: Inactive accounts or data may be deleted after a reasonable period, and you can request deletion at any time by contacting us.

9. International Users

GDPR (EU):

If you are in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including access, correction, and deletion of your data. Contact us to exercise these rights.

CCPA (California):

California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, such as the right to know about and request deletion of your personal data. Contact us for assistance.

10. Third-Party Services

• External Links and Tools: RytePad may integrate third-party tools and libraries (e.g., Flatpickr for date selection) to provide specific features. These tools have their own privacy policies, and we do not control how they collect or use data.
• Email Providers: We use email services such as PHPMailer to send notifications, reminders, and other service-related communications. These providers are governed by their respective privacy terms and are used solely to facilitate communication between RytePad and its users.
• Analytics and Tracking Services: To better understand how users interact with RytePad and to improve our services, we use analytics and tracking tools such as Google Analytics, metrics trackers, and Google Tag Manager. These services may collect data about your interactions with our website, including page views, clicks, and time spent on the site. Each of these services has its own privacy policy, and we are not responsible for their data practices.

Note: Some third-party services, particularly analytics and tracking tools, may use cookies or other technologies to collect data about your use of RytePad. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

11. Changes to the Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Significant updates will be posted on rytepad.com or communicated via email. Your continued use of the Service after such changes indicates your acceptance.

12. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, please contact us at [email protected]

We value your trust and are dedicated to protecting your personal information. Please review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed.