Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Harmonic Wave Studio ("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 service.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

• Email address
• Display name
• Profile picture (if provided through authentication provider)
• Authentication provider information (Google, GitHub)

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

• Device and browser information
• IP address
• Pages visited and features used
• Time and date of visits

User Content

We store projects and visualizations you create, including saved configurations, shared projects, and gallery submissions.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain our service
• Process your subscription and payments
• Send you important updates about the service
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Improve our service and develop new features
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate our service (e.g., Paddle for payments, Firebase for authentication and storage)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Third-Party Services

Our service uses the following third-party services:

• Firebase: Authentication and data storage
• Paddle: Payment processing
• Google Analytics: Usage analytics

These services have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your data.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Export your data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@harmonicwave.app.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and analyze how our service is used. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect functionality.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

12. Changes to This 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.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@harmonicwave.app