Summary: We collect only what we need to provide our service. We don't sell your data. Your API credentials are encrypted. You can delete your data anytime.
1. Introduction
IndexingNow ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services at indexingnow.net.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Service, you consent to the practices described herein.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address, password (hashed), name
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we don't store card numbers)
- API Credentials: Google Service Account JSON files (encrypted at rest)
- Website Data: Domain names, sitemap URLs, URL patterns
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, actions taken
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, device information
- Cookies: Session cookies, preferences (see our Cookie Policy)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
- Process your URL submissions to search engines
- Send you service-related communications
- Process payments and prevent fraud
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption: All data transmitted via TLS/SSL
- Credential Storage: API credentials encrypted using AES-256
- Password Hashing: bcrypt with salt rounds
- Access Control: Role-based access, principle of least privilege
- Infrastructure: Hosted on Cloudflare with enterprise security
5. Data Sharing
We do NOT sell your personal information.
We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Payment processors (Stripe), hosting (Cloudflare), email (Resend)
- Search Engine APIs: Google Indexing API, Bing IndexNow (on your behalf)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights
6. Data Retention
We retain your data for the following periods:
- Account Data: Until you delete your account
- Usage Logs: 90 days
- Indexing History: Based on your plan (7-90 days)
- Billing Records: 7 years (legal requirement)
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing activities
- Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@indexingnow.net.
8. International Transfers
Your data may be processed in locations where our infrastructure is hosted (primarily through Cloudflare's global network). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any international data transfers.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under 16 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. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by email or through a notice on our website. The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- 📧 Email: privacy@indexingnow.net
- 🌐 Website: indexingnow.net/contact