This Privacy Policy describes how Brikl collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our Chrome extension and related services.
1. Introduction
Brikl ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent and responsible manner.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you:
- Visit our website;
- Use the Brikl Chrome Extension;
- Create an account through the Extension;
- Purchase a license;
- Contact us for support or inquiries.
Our website is primarily informational and allows users to browse available components. Account creation, license purchases, and usage of components occur exclusively through the Brikl Chrome Extension.
This Privacy Policy applies to both our website and the Brikl Chrome Extension (collectively referred to as the "Services").
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree with the practices described herein, you should discontinue use of our Services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information Collected Through the Website
Our website is primarily informational and allows users to browse available components.
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited technical information, such as:
- IP address;
- Browser type and version;
- Device information;
- Pages visited and general interaction data.
This information is collected for basic security, performance monitoring, and analytics purposes.
We do not allow account creation, component copying, or license purchases directly through the website.
2.2 Information You Provide Through the Extension
When you create an account through the Brikl Chrome Extension, we collect:
- Your name;
- Your email address;
- Account credentials.
This information is required to create and manage your account and provide access to the Extension.
2.3 Information Collected Automatically Through the Extension
When you use the Extension, we may collect certain usage and technical information, including:
- Your IP address;
- The number of components copied;
- License status and validation data;
- Technical information necessary to ensure proper functionality and security.
This information is linked to your user account.
2.4 Payment Information
All payments are processed securely through Stripe.
We do not store or process your full payment details, such as credit card numbers. Payment data is handled directly by Stripe in accordance with their own privacy practices.
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Account Management
We use the information you provide through the Extension, such as your name and email address, to:
- Create and manage your user account;
- Provide access to the appropriate license tier;
- Authenticate your access to the Extension;
- Communicate important service-related information.
3.2 Service Operation and Improvement
We use technical and usage data to:
- Verify license validity;
- Monitor usage in accordance with our Terms of Service;
- Detect abuse, fraud, or unauthorized activity;
- Provide technical support and troubleshoot issues;
- Improve performance, reliability, and features of the Extension.
3.3 Website Performance and Security
Information collected through the website, such as IP address and browsing data, may be used to:
- Maintain website security;
- Monitor performance and traffic trends;
- Improve user experience.
3.4 Legal and Compliance Purposes
We may use your information where necessary to:
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations;
- Respond to lawful requests from authorities;
- Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
4.1 Contractual Necessity
We process your personal data when it is necessary to perform a contract with you, including:
- Creating and managing your account;
- Providing access to the Extension;
- Verifying your license;
- Delivering customer support.
Without this information, we would not be able to provide the Services to you.
4.2 Legitimate Interests
We may process certain data based on our legitimate interests, including:
- Maintaining and improving the Extension;
- Ensuring platform security and preventing abuse;
- Monitoring usage to enforce our Terms of Service;
- Analyzing performance and technical reliability.
We ensure that such processing does not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
4.3 Legal Obligations
We may process your information where required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
4.4 Consent
Where required by law, we may rely on your consent to process certain data, such as through cookies or optional tracking technologies on the website.
You may withdraw your consent at any time where applicable.
6. Data Sharing
6.1 Service Providers
We may share limited personal data with trusted third-party service providers that help us operate our Services.
This includes:
- Stripe for secure payment processing;
- Hosting or infrastructure providers used to store and operate our systems;
- Technical tools used for security, monitoring, or support.
These service providers are authorized to process personal data only as necessary to perform services on our behalf.
6.2 Payment Processing
All payment transactions are processed by Stripe. We do not store or process full credit card information on our own servers.
Payment data is handled in accordance with Stripe's own privacy and security policies.
6.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as court orders or government authorities.
6.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction.
In such cases, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that your data remains protected.
6.5 No Sale of Personal Data
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
7. Data Retention
7.1 Retention Period
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including providing the Services, complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing our agreements.
7.2 Account Data
Personal information associated with your account, such as your name, email address, IP address, and usage data, is retained for as long as your account remains active.
If you request account deletion, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within a reasonable timeframe, unless we are required to retain certain information for legal or regulatory purposes.
7.3 Payment Records
Certain transaction-related information may be retained for accounting, tax, and legal compliance purposes, even after account deletion.
Payment data processed by Stripe is retained according to Stripe's own policies.
7.4 Security and Fraud Prevention
We may retain limited data for a longer period where necessary to prevent fraud, enforce our Terms of Service, or protect the integrity of our Services.
8. Data Security
8.1 Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
These measures are designed to safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of the information processed through our website and the Brikl Chrome Extension.
8.2 Access Control
Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel or trusted service providers who require access to perform their duties.
Such parties are required to handle personal data securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
8.3 Transmission of Data
While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
8.4 User Responsibility
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for taking appropriate precautions to secure your devices and internet connection.
9. Your Rights
9.1 Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location and applicable data protection laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data.
These rights may include:
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you;
- The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
- The right to request deletion of your personal data;
- The right to restrict or object to certain types of processing;
- The right to request data portability, where applicable.
9.2 Exercising Your Rights
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, you may contact us using the contact information provided in this Privacy Policy.
We may request additional information to verify your identity before processing your request.
We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
9.3 Withdrawal of Consent
Where processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal.
9.4 Complaints
If you believe that your data protection rights have been violated, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
10. International Transfers
10.1 Cross-Border Processing
Your personal data may be processed and stored in countries other than your country of residence.
This may include countries where our service providers or infrastructure partners operate.
10.2 Safeguards
When personal data is transferred internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
These safeguards may include contractual protections or reliance on service providers that comply with recognized data protection standards.
10.3 Acknowledgment
By using our Services, you acknowledge that your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries that may have different data protection laws than your own.
11. Third-Party Services
11.1 Infrastructure and Database
We use Supabase to host and manage certain backend services, including database storage and account-related data.
Supabase may process personal data such as account information and usage data on our behalf.
11.2 Email Communications
We use Loops to manage and send transactional or service-related emails.
This may include account-related communications, support responses, or important service notifications.
11.3 Payment Processing
Payments are processed securely through Stripe.
We do not store full payment details. Payment data is handled in accordance with Stripe's privacy and security practices.
11.4 External Platforms
The Extension operates within Google Chrome and interacts with Bubble.
Your use of these platforms is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
12.1 Updates to This Policy
We may update or revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices.
When we make updates, the revised version will be published on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date.
12.2 Notification of Changes
If changes are significant, we may provide additional notice, such as through our website or within the Extension.
12.3 Continued Use
Your continued use of our Services after the updated Privacy Policy becomes effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
If you do not agree with the changes, you should discontinue use of our Services.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or how we process your information, you may contact us at:
Email: support@brikl.co
We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
If you wish to exercise your data protection rights, please include sufficient information to verify your identity and clearly describe your request.
By using Brikl, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.