Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2024
Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what data we collect and how we use it.
Our Privacy Commitment
Dividends Declared is designed with privacy in mind:
- We don't connect to your brokerage accounts
- We don't sell your data to third parties
- We only collect what's necessary to provide the service
- You can export or delete your data at any time
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- • Account information: Email address and password when you create an account
- • Portfolio data: Stock symbols, share counts, and cost basis that you enter
- • Preferences: Display currency and notification settings
- • Payment information: Processed securely by Stripe; we don't store card numbers
Information Collected Automatically
- • Usage data: Features you use, pages you visit
- • Device information: Browser type, operating system
- • Log data: IP address, access times, referring URLs
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain the Service
- Calculate and display your dividend information
- Send you notifications about upcoming dividends (if enabled)
- Process payments for paid subscriptions
- Improve the Service and develop new features
- Respond to your support requests
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- • Service providers: Companies that help us operate the Service (hosting, payment processing, email delivery)
- • Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- • Business transfers: In connection with a merger or acquisition
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data:
In transit (HTTPS) and at rest
Industry-standard hashing
Regular reviews
Employee access restricted
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:
- • Your portfolio data is deleted immediately
- • Backup copies are deleted within 30 days
- • Some anonymized usage data may be retained for analytics
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access
Request a copy of your data
Export
Download your portfolio data as CSV
Correction
Update inaccurate information
Deletion
Delete your account and data
To exercise these rights, visit your account settings or contact us.
Cookies
We use cookies for:
- • Essential cookies: Required for the Service to function (authentication, security)
- • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how the Service is used
You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.
Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through the Service.
Contact Us
Questions about this policy? Contact us at [email protected].