Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 25, 2024

At Reef.Tools, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the information we collect, how it is used, and your rights under applicable regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. Information We Collect

a. User Registration and Authentication

Reef.Tools requires users to sign up for an account to access its features. During registration, we collect:

• Email address
• Username (if applicable)
• Password

Passwords are securely hashed, and we do not store sensitive login credentials in plain text.

b. Feedback and Usage Information

When you submit feedback through our app, we collect:

• Your feedback type (e.g., Bug, Feature Request).
• The text of your feedback.

c. Analytics and Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Track app usage trends.
• Improve the performance and user experience of our app.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your device settings or browser.

2. How We Use Your Information

Reef.Tools uses your data to:

• Authenticate users and secure their accounts.
• Improve app functionality and user experience.
• Respond to feedback and enhance features.

We do not sell your personal data. Aggregate, anonymized data may be used for internal analytics and development purposes.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share your data under the following circumstances:

• Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requests or obligations.
• Service Providers: To trusted third-party vendors that assist in app operations, provided they adhere to strict confidentiality agreements.

4. Your Rights

Under GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to:

• Access: Request the data we have about you.
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate information.
• Deletion: Request the deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten").
• Data Portability: Obtain a copy of your data in a portable format.
• Opt-Out: Opt out of cookies, analytics tracking, or data sharing.

To exercise these rights, use the Data Request form available on the Reef.Tools website while signed in, under "Manage Profile."

5. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of sensitive information in transit and at rest.
• Regular security audits and updates to infrastructure.

No system is 100% secure; users are encouraged to maintain strong passwords and secure their devices.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as it is needed to provide our services or fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Data is securely deleted when no longer required.

7. Consent and Preferences

By using Reef.Tools, you consent to the collection and use of your data as outlined. You can manage your preferences, such as disabling cookies or opting out of analytics, through your browser or app settings.

8. Children’s Privacy

Reef.Tools is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. Parents and guardians should supervise children's use of the app.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect new features or legal requirements. Changes will be communicated through in-app notifications.

Effective Date: The latest revision date will always be displayed at the top of the policy.

10. Contact Us

For inquiries or to exercise your data rights, use the Data Request form available on the Reef.Tools website while signed in under "Manage Profile."

Thank you for using Reef.Tools and helping us improve!