Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 17, 2025

Last Updated: January 17, 2025

1. Introduction

ISBNFetch ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our book scanning and cataloging service.

By using ISBNFetch, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you create an account
  • Profile Information: Optional name and preferences
  • Library Data: ISBNs and book information you scan or manually enter
  • Payment Information: Processed securely through Paddle (we do not store payment details)
  • Communications: Content of support requests or feedback you send us

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Features used, scan frequency, export formats selected
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version
  • Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, referring URLs
  • Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preferences
  • Analytics: Aggregated usage patterns and performance metrics

2.3 Camera Access

When you use the barcode scanning feature, we request camera permission. Images are processed locally on your device and are not transmitted or stored by us.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain the ISBNFetch service
  • Process your transactions and manage credits
  • Send service-related communications
  • Respond to support requests and feedback
  • Improve and optimize our Service
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information:

4.1 With Service Providers

  • Paddle: For payment processing (they have their own privacy policy)
  • Supabase: For database and authentication services
  • Vercel: For hosting and content delivery
  • Analytics providers: For aggregated usage analysis

4.2 When Required by Law

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect rights, property, or safety.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures including:

  • Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS/TLS
  • Secure password hashing and storage
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication requirements
  • Secure third-party payment processing

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as:

  • Your account remains active
  • Necessary to provide our services
  • Required to comply with legal obligations
  • Needed to resolve disputes or enforce agreements

You may request account deletion at any time. Upon deletion, we will remove your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Portability

You can access and export your library data at any time through the export feature in multiple formats (CSV, JSON, Excel).

7.2 Correction

You can update your account information and library data through your account settings.

7.3 Deletion

You can request account deletion by contacting support@isbnfetch.com. We will process your request within 30 days.

7.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt-out of promotional emails by clicking the unsubscribe link or contacting us. Service-related communications cannot be opted out of while you have an active account.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Authentication and security
  • Remembering preferences
  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Understanding usage patterns

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit functionality.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers in compliance with applicable laws.

10. Children's Privacy

ISBNFetch is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights including:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know if information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to opt-out of sale (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights 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
  • Right to withdraw consent

Our lawful basis for processing is your consent and our legitimate interests in providing the Service.

13. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes via email or prominent notice on our Service. The "Last Updated" date will reflect the most recent revision.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

ISBNFetch Privacy Team
Email: privacy@isbnfetch.com
Support: support@isbnfetch.com
Website: https://isbnfetch.com

Data Protection Officer:
Email: dpo@isbnfetch.com