Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information
Effective Date: July 24, 2025 · Last Updated: July 24, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Mindforge Intelligence, LLC ("Mindforge," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our services (the "Services").
1. Information We Collect
Account Information
- Business contact information (name, title, company, email, phone)
- Billing and payment information
- Account preferences and settings
Service Usage Data
- API usage logs and patterns
- Alert subscription preferences
- System performance and error logs
- IP addresses and device information
Business Data
- Market positions and portfolio information (if provided)
- Risk management parameters
- Integration configurations
- Custom alert thresholds
Automatically Collected Data
- Log files and system metrics
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Network and connection information
- Geographic location (country/region level)
2. How We Use Information
Service Provision
- Deliver analytical services and alerts
- Maintain and improve service performance
- Provide customer support
- Process billing and payments
Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance our algorithms
- Develop new features and capabilities
- Conduct research and analytics
- Ensure system security and stability
Communication
- Send service-related notifications
- Provide account and billing information
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Share important service updates
Legal and Compliance
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Protect our legal rights and interests
- Prevent fraud and unauthorized access
- Respond to legal requests and processes
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Third-Party Service Providers
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist in:
- Cloud hosting and infrastructure (AWS, Azure)
- Payment processing
- Customer support platforms
- Analytics and monitoring tools
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to:
- Protect our rights and property
- Investigate potential violations
- Respond to valid legal requests
- Protect public safety
Aggregated Data
We may share aggregated, de-identified data for research, industry analysis, or business development purposes.
4. Data Security
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures including:
- Encryption in transit and at rest
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security assessments
- Incident response procedures
Data Centers
Our Services utilize enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure with:
- SOC 2 Type II compliance
- ISO 27001 certification
- Physical and logical security controls
- Regular third-party security audits
Employee Access
Access to personal information is limited to authorized personnel who need it for their job functions and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
5. Data Retention
Retention Periods
- Account information: Retained for the duration of your account plus 7 years
- Usage logs: Retained for 13 months for operational purposes
- Billing records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
- Support communications: Retained for 3 years
Data Deletion
Upon account termination, we will delete or anonymize your data within 90 days, except where retention is required by law.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Access and Portability
You have the right to:
- Access personal information we hold about you
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Obtain information about our data processing activities
Correction and Updates
You may:
- Update your account information at any time
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Modify your communication preferences
Deletion and Restriction
You may request:
- Deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Restriction of processing in certain circumstances
- Objection to processing based on legitimate interests
Marketing Communications
You may opt out of promotional communications at any time by:
- Using unsubscribe links in emails
- Contacting our privacy team
- Updating your account preferences
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookie Usage
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- Essential service functionality
- Security and fraud prevention
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- User preference storage
Cookie Management
You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect service functionality.
8. International Data Transfers
Cross-Border Processing
Your information may be processed in countries other than your own, including the United States.
Transfer Safeguards
For transfers outside your country, we implement appropriate safeguards such as:
- Standard contractual clauses
- Adequacy decisions
- Certification mechanisms
9. Regional-Specific Provisions
European Union (GDPR)
If you are in the EU, you have additional rights including:
- Right to withdraw consent
- Right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities
- Right to data portability
- Protection against automated decision-making
California (CCPA)
California residents have rights including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination
Mindforge does not sell or share personal information as defined by CCPA/CPRA. To exercise your CCPA/CPRA rights or inquire about this statement, contact privacy@mindforge.tech. If our practices change in the future, we will provide a compliant "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" mechanism.
Other Jurisdictions
We comply with applicable privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Services are designed for business use and are not intended for individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
11. Privacy Policy Updates
Notification of Changes
We will notify you of material changes to this Privacy Policy by:
- Email notification to your account
- Prominent notice on our website
- In-service notifications
Continued Use
Continued use of our Services after notice of changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).
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