Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

Introduction

GeoCheapest Baby ("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 website and services.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account or use certain features, we may collect:

  • Name and email address
  • Account credentials (password is encrypted and never stored in plain text)
  • Baby registry information (due dates, product preferences)
  • Profile information you choose to provide

Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you use our Service:

  • Pages visited and features used
  • Search queries and product views
  • Chatbot interactions and preferences
  • Device information (browser type, operating system)
  • IP address and approximate location

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

  • Session cookies to keep you logged in
  • Preference cookies to remember your settings
  • Analytics cookies to understand how you use our Service
  • Advertising cookies from our affiliate partners

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
  • Create and manage your account
  • Process your baby registry and recommendations
  • Send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with your consent)
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our Service:

  • Firebase (Google) for authentication and database services
  • Cloud hosting providers for infrastructure
  • Analytics providers to understand user behavior

Affiliate Partners

When you click on product links, you may be redirected to our affiliate partners (such as Amazon). These partners may collect information about your visit and purchase through their own privacy policies.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

Baby Registry Sharing

When you share your baby registry, the information you include becomes accessible to anyone with the registry link. You control what information to include in your registry.

Data Security

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

  • Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS/TLS
  • Firebase Authentication with encrypted password storage
  • Secure cloud infrastructure with regular security updates
  • Access controls and monitoring to prevent unauthorized access

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

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal information
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our support channels.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is intended for use by adults (18 years or older) who are parents or expecting parents. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

Third-Party Links

Our Service contains links to third-party websites (primarily product pages on Amazon). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and comply with legal obligations. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it by law.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our website or customer support channels.

By using GeoCheapest Baby, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.