Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 14, 2026

LaunchSpot ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use launchspot.ai ("Service").

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account data: Name, email address, username, avatar, bio, social links
• Product submissions: Product name, description, URLs, screenshots, maker information
• User-generated content: Comments, reviews, forum posts, questions, answers
• Payment data: Processed by our payment providers (Stripe, Polar). We do not store credit card numbers.

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage data: Pages visited, features used, interactions (votes, comments)
• Device data: Browser type, operating system, IP address
• Cookies: Session cookies for authentication, preference cookies for settings

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Process product submissions and display them publicly
• Send transactional emails (account verification, password reset)
• Send newsletter digests (if you opt in)
• Compute rankings, streaks, badges, and Rocket Fuel points
• Moderate content and enforce community guidelines
• Generate anonymous aggregate analytics
• Process payments for featured listings and subscriptions

3. Public Information

The following information is publicly visible by default:

• Your name, username, avatar, and bio
• Products you submit or are listed as a maker on
• Comments, reviews, forum posts, and questions
• Your badges, Rocket Fuel points, and visit streaks
• Collections you mark as public

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with:

• Service providers: Payment processors (Stripe, Polar), email services (Mailchimp), hosting (Vercel, Supabase)
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• With your consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing

5. Data Retention

• Account data is retained while your account is active
• Deleted accounts are purged within 30 days
• Anonymized analytics data may be retained indefinitely
• Payment records are retained as required by tax law

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Object to processing of your data
• Withdraw consent for optional processing (e.g., newsletter)

To exercise these rights, email privacy@launchspot.ai or use the account settings page.

7. Cookies

We use:

• Essential cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings (theme, language)
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand usage patterns (anonymized)

You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

8. Data Security

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

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and least-privilege principles

9. Children's Privacy

LaunchSpot is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

10. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a notice on the Service.

12. Contact

For privacy-related questions: privacy@launchspot.ai

For general inquiries: hello@launchspot.ai