AskTheConsole

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 30, 2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, use our services, or contact us for support.

  • Account Information: Name, email address, and authentication details through Clerk
  • Google Search Console Data: Website performance data accessed through Google's API with your explicit consent
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our service, including chat interactions and feature usage
  • Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through Polar

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our AI-powered SEO analysis services
  • Process your Google Search Console data to generate insights and recommendations
  • Manage your account and subscription
  • Send you technical notices and support messages
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We share data with trusted third-party services including Clerk (authentication), OpenAI (AI processing), and Polar (payments)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

4. Google Search Console Data

Your Google Search Console data is handled with special care:

  • We only access data from properties you explicitly authorize
  • Data is processed to provide AI-powered insights and recommendations
  • Raw data may be temporarily stored to enable download functionality
  • You can revoke access at any time through your Google account settings

5. Data Security

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Delete your personal information
  • Object to or restrict processing of your information
  • Data portability

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

9. Changes to This 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.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@asktheconsole.com
Website: asktheconsole.com