Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 26, 2025

1. Introduction

The Curator ("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

2.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Password (encrypted)
  • Profile preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we may automatically collect:

  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • IP address
  • Pages viewed and time spent
  • Referral sources

2.3 Usage Data

We collect information about your interactions with the Service, including:

  • Emails you favorite
  • Collections you create
  • Search queries
  • Categories and brands you browse

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
  • Create and manage your account
  • Send you notifications (if you've opted in)
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of passwords using industry-standard hashing (bcrypt)
  • Secure HTTPS connections
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please update your preferences in your account settings or contact us.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Maintain your session and keep you logged in
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve our Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect functionality.

8. 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 believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. 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 to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, by other means such as email notification.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our contact form or at hello@thecurator.email.

13. Canadian Privacy Compliance

For Canadian residents, this Privacy Policy is designed to comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation.