Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to TradeTrek ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our trading journal application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and email address (for account creation)
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile information you choose to provide

2.2 Trading Data

We store the trading information you enter into the application, including:

• Trade details (symbols, prices, quantities, dates)
• Notes and tags associated with trades
• Portfolio configurations
• Performance analytics and statistics

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our service, we automatically collect:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, access times)
• Device information
• Usage patterns and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Create and manage your account
• Process and store your trading data
• Generate analytics and insights for your trading performance
• Communicate with you about updates, features, and support
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication

5. 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 authorize us to share information
• Service providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

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

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you request deletion of your account, we will delete your data within 30 days, except where retention is required for legal or legitimate business purposes.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session and improve your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect functionality.

9. Third-Party Services

Our service may integrate with third-party services for stock data and analytics. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of information you provide to them.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. 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.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at: