Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2024

1. Introduction

UptimePhunk ("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 monitoring service.

By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Name and email address
  • Company information
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
  • Account credentials and preferences
  • Communication preferences

2.2 Monitoring Data

To provide our monitoring services, we collect:

  • Website URLs and monitoring configurations
  • Response times and availability data
  • Error logs and performance metrics
  • DNS records and SSL certificate information
  • Notification delivery status

2.3 Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information, including:

  • IP addresses and browser information
  • Device and operating system information
  • Usage patterns and service interactions
  • Log files and error reports

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Provide and maintain our monitoring services
  • Process payments and manage your account
  • Send notifications and alerts as configured
  • Improve our services and develop new features
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our service, including payment processors, email services, and cloud infrastructure providers.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

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

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Secure data centers and infrastructure
  • Employee training on data protection

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. Specifically:

  • Account information is retained while your account is active
  • Monitoring data is retained according to your plan's data retention period
  • Payment information is retained as required by law and payment processors
  • Support communications are retained for customer service purposes

7. Your Rights and Choices

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

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing
  • Objection: Object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@uptimephunk.com.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@uptimephunk.com

Address: 123 Tech Street, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567