Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2024

SitemapHost ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our sitemap hosting service.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Name (optional)
  • Password (encrypted)
  • Billing information (processed by Stripe)

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

  • Sitemap URLs and content you upload
  • API request logs
  • IP addresses
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and features used

Domain Information

When you configure custom domains, we collect:

  • Domain names you register
  • DNS configuration data
  • SSL certificate metadata

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our service
  • Process your transactions
  • Send you service-related communications
  • Improve and optimize our service
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard practices:

  • All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.2+)
  • Sensitive data is encrypted at rest
  • We use Cloudflare for DDoS protection and CDN
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication

Sitemap data is stored on Cloudflare R2, a globally distributed object storage service with built-in redundancy.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Cloudflare — CDN, DNS, security, and storage
  • Stripe — Payment processing
  • Google — Search Console sitemap submission via OAuth (optional)

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy governing their use of your data.

Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:

  • Account data is deleted within 30 days
  • Sitemap data is deleted immediately
  • Logs are retained for 90 days for security purposes
  • Billing records are retained as required by law

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

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@sitemaphost.app.

Cookies

We use essential cookies to:

  • Maintain your session
  • Remember your preferences
  • Protect against CSRF attacks

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

Children's Privacy

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

International Transfers

Your data may be transferred and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

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 policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: