Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information.

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

NotePal Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our note-taking service ("Service").

By using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect on our website (https://notepal.me/) and through our Service, as well as information you provide to us through other means.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Service, including:

Personal Information

When you create an account or use our Service, we may collect:

  • • Email address (for account creation)
  • • Username or display name
  • • Account preferences and settings
  • • Communication preferences

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our Service:

  • • IP address and device information
  • • Browser type and version
  • • Operating system
  • • Pages visited and features used
  • • Time spent on the Service
  • • Error logs and performance data

Note Content

In local mode, your notes are stored only in your browser and are not transmitted to our servers. In cloud mode, your notes are encrypted and stored on our servers to enable synchronization across devices.

3. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • • Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
  • • Process and complete transactions
  • • Send you technical notices and support messages
  • • Respond to your comments and questions
  • • Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
  • • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
  • • Ensure the security and integrity of our Service

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

With Your Consent

We may share your information with your explicit consent or at your direction.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • • Regular security assessments and updates
  • • Access controls and authentication
  • • Secure data centers and infrastructure
  • • Employee training on data protection

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Specifically:

  • • Account information: Until you delete your account or request deletion
  • • Note content: Until you delete the notes or your account
  • • Usage data: For up to 2 years for analytics and service improvement
  • • Communication records: For up to 3 years for customer support

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Service. These technologies help us:

  • • Remember your preferences and settings
  • • Analyze how our Service is used
  • • Provide personalized content and features
  • • Ensure the security of our Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

For more information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookies Policy.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

We may use third-party services for analytics, hosting, and other functions. These services have their own privacy policies, and we recommend reviewing them.

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 immediately.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your information receives adequate protection.

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we may transfer your information to countries outside the EEA. When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

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 updated Privacy Policy on our website
  • • Sending you an email notification
  • • Displaying a notice on our Service

Your continued use of our Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://notepal.me/

Address: NotePal Inc., Privacy Team

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025