Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 7, 2026

1. Introduction

LinkSwarm ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, name, password
• Site Information: Domain names, site descriptions, categories
• Payment Information: Processed by Stripe; we don't store card numbers

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, timestamps
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
• Cookies: Session cookies for authentication

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and improve the Service
• Match your sites with relevant link partners
• Process payments and manage subscriptions
• Send service updates and announcements
• Respond to support requests
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

4. Information Sharing

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

• Link Partners: Your site's public information (domain, description, categories) is visible to potential link exchange partners
• Service Providers: Stripe (payments), hosting providers, analytics
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures including:

• Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encrypted database connections
• Regular security reviews
• Limited employee access to data

6. Data Retention

• Account data: Retained while your account is active
• Usage logs: 90 days
• Payment records: As required by law (typically 7 years)

You may request deletion of your account and data at any time.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your account and data
• Export your data
• Opt out of marketing communications

8. Cookies

We use essential cookies for:

• Authentication and session management
• Security and fraud prevention

We do not use third-party tracking or advertising cookies.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Children's Privacy

LinkSwarm is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

11. International Users

Your data may be processed in the United States. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We'll notify you of significant changes via email or the Service.

13. Contact Us

Privacy questions or requests? Contact us at: privacy@linkswarm.ai