Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 15, 2025

This policy explains what data LaunchMate collects, how we use it, and your rights.

1. What we collect

When you sign in with Google or GitHub we receive your name, email address, and profile photo. We store this to power your account. We also store any content you post — startup listings, pitches, and messages.

2. How we use your data

  • To operate your account and show your profile to other users
  • To send you notifications about activity on your listings or pitches
  • To improve the platform

We do not sell your data. We do not use it for advertising.

3. Who can see your profile

Your name, avatar, bio, and links are visible to all logged-in users. Your email is never shown publicly.

4. Third-party services

We use Google and GitHub for authentication. Their privacy policies apply to the sign-in flow. We do not share your data with any other third parties.

5. Data retention

We keep your data for as long as your account is active. If you want your account and data deleted, email us and we will remove it within 30 days.

6. Cookies

We use a JWT stored in localStorage to keep you signed in. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics.

7. Your rights

You can request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us.

8. Contact

Questions? Email us at lazarbogosavljevic98@gmail.com.