At Pastee, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect,
use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our clipboard management application.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Account Information
When you register for Pastee, we collect:
- Email address - for account creation and authentication
- Password - stored securely using industry-standard encryption
- OAuth information - if you sign in with Google (name, email, profile picture)
1.2 Clipboard Data
Pastee stores your clipboard content to provide its core functionality:
- Text content - copied text snippets
- Images - copied images and screenshots
- File information - file names, paths, and metadata
- URLs - web addresses you copy
1.3 Usage Data
We automatically collect:
- Device information - operating system, device type
- Usage statistics - how you interact with the app
- Error logs - to help us fix bugs and improve performance
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide the Service - sync your clipboard across devices
- Authenticate - verify your identity and secure your account
- Improve the Service - analyze usage patterns and fix issues
- Communicate - send important updates and notifications
- Process Payments - handle subscription transactions (via Stripe)
3. Data Storage and Security
3.1 Where We Store Your Data
Your data is stored on secure servers located in:
- Cloud infrastructure with industry-standard security
- Encrypted databases with regular backups
- Local device cache for offline functionality
3.2 Security Measures
We implement multiple layers of security:
- Encryption - All data transmitted over HTTPS/WSS
- Authentication - JWT tokens with secure session management
- Access Control - Strict permission systems
- Regular Audits - Security reviews and updates
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do NOT sell your data.
We only share your information in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers - Stripe for payment processing, cloud hosting providers
- Legal Requirements - When required by law or to protect our rights
- With Your Consent - When you explicitly authorize sharing
4.1 Third-Party Services
Pastee integrates with:
- Google OAuth - for authentication (governed by Google's Privacy Policy)
- Stripe - for payment processing (governed by Stripe's Privacy Policy)
5. Data Retention
We retain your data as follows:
- Account Data - Until you delete your account
- Clipboard Items - According to your subscription tier (Free: 1,000 items, Pro: unlimited)
- Deleted Data - Permanently removed within 30 days
- Backup Data - Retained for 90 days for disaster recovery
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access - Request a copy of your data
- Correction - Update or correct your information
- Deletion - Delete your account and all associated data
- Export - Download your clipboard data (Pro users)
- Opt-out - Unsubscribe from marketing emails
7. Children's Privacy
Pastee is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect
personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe
your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with
this Privacy Policy.
9. Cookies and Tracking
Pastee uses minimal tracking:
- Essential Cookies - For authentication and session management
- No Analytics Cookies - We do not use third-party analytics
- No Advertising Cookies - We do not display ads
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes
by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
11. GDPR Compliance
For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements:
- Legal Basis - Consent and contract performance
- Data Controller - Pastee is the data controller
- Data Protection Officer - Available upon request
- Right to Complain - You may file a complaint with your local DPA
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