Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how SEOToolsBuzz ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our website and AI SEO tools at seotoolsbuzz.com.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password (stored as a secure hash).

Tool Usage Data: When you use our SEO tools, we may collect the URLs, keywords, or content you analyze to generate your report and store results in your account history.

Technical Data: We automatically collect IP addresses, browser type, device information, and usage patterns for security, analytics, and service improvement purposes.

Communications: If you contact us, we collect the information you provide including name, email, and message content.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and improve our SEO tools and services
• To create and manage your user account
• To send you tool results, reports, and notifications you've requested
• To respond to your support requests and inquiries
• To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• To comply with legal obligations
• To send occasional product updates and SEO tips (you can unsubscribe anytime)

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share data with:

• Service Providers: Trusted vendors who help us operate our platform (email delivery, hosting, analytics), bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with user notification.

4. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember preferences, and analyze usage. Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the platform to function (login sessions, security tokens).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our tools (via Google Analytics).
• Marketing Cookies: Used to show relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness (optional, can be declined).

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. Tool usage history is stored for 12 months on free plans and 24 months on Pro plans. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time by contacting support@seotoolsbuzz.com.

6. Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA)

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

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Rectification: Correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable, machine-readable format.
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at privacy@seotoolsbuzz.com.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption, bcrypt password hashing, CSRF protection, and regular security audits. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

SEOToolsBuzz is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us at support@seotoolsbuzz.com.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by email or via a prominent notice on our website. Continued use of our services after changes constitute acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

For privacy questions or requests:

• Email: privacy@seotoolsbuzz.com
• Website: seotoolsbuzz.com/contact