1. Introduction

At Linkbag ("we," "our," or "us"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our website and services. By using Linkbag, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and username
• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile information (bio, avatar)
• Payment information (processed by secure third-party providers)
• Domain ownership information
• Communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

• IP address and browser information
• Device type and operating system
• Usage data and analytics
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Referral sources and pages visited

Domain Information

For domains listed on our platform, we collect:

• Domain names and URLs
• SEO metrics (DA, DR, traffic data)
• Content categories and languages
• Pricing information
• Verification status

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing and maintaining our Service
• Processing transactions and payments
• Verifying domain ownership
• Communicating with you about your account
• Sending marketing communications (with consent)
• Improving our Service and developing new features
• Detecting and preventing fraud
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

Other Users

• Public profile information (username, bio, avatar)
• Domain listings (as configured in your privacy settings)
• Transaction history (anonymized)

Service Providers

• Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
• Email service providers
• Analytics providers
• Cloud storage services
• Customer support tools

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal information
• Secure data centers with physical security
• Two-factor authentication options

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restriction: Limit how we process your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at legal@linkbag.co

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze usage patterns
• Personalize content and ads
• Prevent fraud and abuse

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of our Service.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

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

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. As we are based in Sweden (EU), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with GDPR and applicable data protection laws.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and comply with legal obligations. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where retention is required by law.

12. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Economic Area, we comply with GDPR requirements:

• Lawful basis for processing (consent, contract, legitimate interests)
• Data protection by design and default
• Privacy impact assessments
• Data breach notifications
• Data Protection Officer: legal@linkbag.co

13. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of Linkbag after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: