Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Bookbeek ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our book discovery service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you sign up for Bookbeek using Google OAuth, we collect:

• Your Google account email address
• Your name (as provided by Google)
• Your Google profile picture (optional)
• Google account ID for authentication purposes

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:

• Book search queries and search history
• Books saved to your favorites collection
• Search timestamps and frequency
• API usage metrics for quota management
• Device and browser information
• IP address and general location data

2.3 Payment Information

For paid subscriptions, payment processing is handled by Stripe. We do not store your credit card information. We only receive:

• Stripe customer ID
• Subscription status and plan type
• Payment history (dates and amounts, not card details)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Service Delivery: To provide and maintain the Bookbeek service, including book search, favorites management, and search history
• Authentication: To verify your identity and secure your account
• Quota Management: To enforce usage limits for free tier users
• Billing: To process payments and manage subscriptions
• Service Improvement: To understand usage patterns and improve our features
• Communication: To send important updates about your account or service changes
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and abuse

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using:

• Cloudflare D1: SQLite database for user data, search history, and favorites
• Cloudflare Workers: Serverless platform for application hosting
• Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
• Access Controls: Strict authentication and authorization controls protect your data

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

5.1 Google Books API

Your search queries are sent to Google Books API to retrieve book information. Google's privacy policy applies to this data processing.

5.2 Google OAuth

We use Google OAuth for authentication. Google's privacy policy governs the authentication process.

5.3 Stripe

Payment processing is handled by Stripe. Your payment information is subject to Stripe's privacy policy. We never have access to your complete card details.

5.4 Cloudflare

Our application is hosted on Cloudflare infrastructure. Cloudflare may collect anonymized traffic data as described in their privacy policy.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help operate our service (Google, Stripe, Cloudflare)
• Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

7. Your Data Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Export: Download your search history and favorites
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us through your account settings or via email.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account:

• Personal information is deleted within 30 days
• Search history and favorites are permanently deleted
• Billing records may be retained for tax and legal compliance purposes

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for:

• Authentication and session management
• Security and fraud prevention
• Remembering your preferences

We do not use cookies for advertising or tracking across websites.

10. Children's Privacy

Bookbeek is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. International Users

Your data may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using Bookbeek, you consent to the transfer of your data to these locations.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material 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.

13. Contact Us

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