Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to APIForge ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our API generation and deployment platform.

By using APIForge, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile details when you register.
• API Descriptions: Natural language descriptions you provide for API generation.
• Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through our payment providers.
• Communication Data: Messages, feedback, and support requests you send us.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: API requests, response times, error rates, and feature usage patterns.
• Device Information: Browser type, IP address, device identifiers, and operating system.
• Cookies: Session cookies and analytics cookies to improve your experience.
• Log Data: Server logs including access times, pages viewed, and referring URLs.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our API generation and deployment services
• Process and complete transactions, including billing and invoicing
• Send administrative information, updates, and security alerts
• Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our services and user experience
• Develop new features, products, and services
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform (cloud hosting, payment processing, analytics).
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights and safety.
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest (AES-256)
• Isolated database schemas for each deployed API
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Multi-factor authentication options
• Access controls and audit logging
• Secure credential management with rotation policies

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will retain and use your information as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Upon account deletion, we will delete or anonymize your data within 30 days, except where required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@apiforge.io.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain user sessions and authentication
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns
• Improve our services and user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.

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, including standard contractual clauses, to protect your data when transferred internationally.

10. Children's Privacy

APIForge is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

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

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: