1) Introduction

At CuratorNote, we prioritize your privacy and the security of your data. Our Data Policy is designed to provide transparency into our data practices and to help you understand how we collect, use, and disclose your information. We are committed to treating your data with utmost respect and ensuring its protection.

2) What information does CuratorNote collect?

• Account Information: When you create an account with CuratorNote, we collect basic information such as your email address.
• User Content: This encompasses the information you provide to our platform, including notes (encrypted locally within your browser), images, and various attachments.
• Usage Data: We gather data on how you interact with our platform, including features used, frequency of access, and any issues or errors encountered.
• Device and Connection Information: This encompasses details about the device you use to access CuratorNote, including IP address, browser type, and device identifiers.

3) How does CuratorNote use my information?

• Service Provision: We use your data to provide, maintain, and improve the CuratorNote platform, ensuring you have a seamless experience.
• Communication: Your contact details help us communicate with you, be it for updates, customer support, or promotional offers (if you opt-in).
• Research & Development: Usage data aids us in understanding user behavior, which in turn helps in refining and introducing new features.
• Safety & Security: By monitoring usage patterns and device information, we can detect and prevent any unauthorized or malicious activity.

4) How does CuratorNote disclose my information?

• Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party vendors who provide services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, and customer service. These providers are bound by strict data protection agreements.
• Legal & Safety Reasons: We may disclose your information if required by law, or if it's necessary to detect, prevent, or address fraud, security, or technical issues.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or any form of sale of some or all of our assets, your data may be part of the transferred assets. You will be notified in such an event.
• With Your Consent: Any other sharing of your data outside the scopes mentioned above will be done only with your explicit consent.

5) How can I manage my information stored in CuratorNote?

• Access & Update: You can access and update most of your information directly in your CuratorNote account settings. If you encounter any issues, our customer support is always ready to assist.
• Data Deletion: If you wish to delete your account and all associated data, you can send a request through the platform or contact our support team.
• Data Export: CuratorNote provides an option for users to export their data, ensuring you always have control and access to your information.
• Opt-out: For promotional communications, you can always opt-out through the link provided in the email or by updating your account preferences.

6) Cookie Policy

• What are Cookies?: Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit certain websites. They are used to enable certain functionalities and to enhance your user experience.
• How CuratorNote Uses Cookies: We use cookies to remember your login details, preferences, and to track how you interact with our platform. This helps us provide a more personalized experience and aids in improving our services.
• Third-party Cookies: Some cookies may be set by third parties when you use our platform, such as analytics providers or external content providers. These cookies are governed by the respective third parties' privacy policies.
• Managing Cookies: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block or delete cookies, but doing so may affect the functionality of our platform.
• Updates to Cookie Policy: We may update our cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

7) Private Key Policy

• Purpose of the Private Key: The private key serves as the unique method to decrypt your notes on CuratorNote. It ensures that only you, with the key, can access and read your encrypted notes.
• Safekeeping of the Private Key: It is of utmost importance that you safeguard your private key diligently. Your private key is not kept on CuratorNote, hence it should be kept solely by you and should not be shared or disclosed to anyone.
• Loss of the Private Key: In the event that you lose or misplace your private key, please be aware that CuratorNote cannot assist in its retrieval. Without the private key, access to your encrypted notes will be permanently lost. We strongly advise users to take all necessary precautions to store their private key securely and to consider creating backup copies in safe locations. Your private key is the gateway to your notes, and its security is paramount.

We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our data practices. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our dedicated support team. Your trust is paramount to us, and we are committed to safeguarding your data.