Privacy Policy

Data Controller

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how BuzzRank.io ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Data We Collect

We collect the following types of data:

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide and maintain the Platform's features
• Content Generation: To analyze your website and generate relevant content using AI
• Backlink Exchange: To facilitate verified backlink transactions
• Billing: To process payments and manage subscriptions
• Communication: To send service updates, support responses, and marketing (with consent)
• Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide our services
• Legitimate Interests: Improving our platform and preventing fraud
• Consent: Marketing communications (you may withdraw consent at any time)
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with tax and accounting requirements

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We share your data with:

• Service Providers: Convex (database), Google (AI services), Stripe (payments)
• Integrations: Third-party platforms you connect (e.g., WordPress) - only data necessary for publishing
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

6. Data Retention

We retain your data:

• Account Data: Until you delete your account, plus 30 days for backup purposes
• Billing Records: For 7 years as required by tax law
• Content: Until you delete it or your account is closed
• Analytics: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@buzzrank.io

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
• Access controls and authentication (Clerk)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Secure third-party service providers (SOC 2 compliant where applicable)

9. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and adequacy decisions.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on the Platform. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact and Complaints

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at support@buzzrank.io

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.