Privacy Policy
Our commitment to protecting your privacy and personal data
2025/07/27
Introduction
Welcome to our Privacy Policy. This document explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our services.
Information We Collect
- Personal Information: Name and email address you provide when registering or contacting us.
- Usage Data: Anonymous statistics such as pages visited and time spent.
- Search Keywords: Queries you enter in the tool, used solely to generate search-intent reports.
- Analysis Cache (Free Tier): Report content cached on our servers to speed up future access and improve our algorithms. Paid users’ reports are not uploaded.
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, etc.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain core functionality.
- To notify you of important changes.
- To deliver customer support and diagnose issues.
- To train models and improve report quality using search keywords and analysis cache—never for advertising.
Data Retention and Deletion
| Data Type | Storage | Retention | Deletion Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Search Keywords | Local localStorage | User-controlled | Clear via browser settings or “Clear History” button |
| Analysis Cache (Free Tier) | Server | Retained until deleted | Email request to support@searchwhy.org for deletion |
| Account Data | Server | While account is active | “Delete Account” → Purged within 24 hours |
Data Security
All traffic is encrypted via HTTPS (TLS). Servers employ access controls, audit logs, and industry-standard safeguards to reduce the risk of data breaches.
Third-Party Services
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared | Privacy Practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SerpApi | Retrieve SERP data | Search keywords | Complies with SerpApi privacy policy |
| Serper API | Retrieve Google results | Search keywords, locale | Complies with Serper API privacy policy |
| OpenRouter | LLM inference | Search keywords | Complies with OpenRouter privacy policy |
| Google OAuth (Firebase Auth) | Account sign-in | Email, UID | Complies with Google OAuth / Firebase privacy policy |
Children’s Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us for deletion.
Your Privacy Rights
You may access, correct, delete, or export your personal data (excluding analysis cache), and you may withdraw consent or delete your account at any time. Email support@searchwhy.org and we will respond within 30 days.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Material changes will be announced on this page or via an on-site notice. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@searchwhy.org.