Privacy Policy

ObjectJournal (“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.

By using ObjectJournal, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Personal Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, and authentication credentials
• User Content: Photos, documents, descriptions, and other content you upload
• Object Data: Information about your physical possessions, including warranties, manuals, and metadata
• Communication Data: Messages you send us through support channels

Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: How you interact with our service, features used, and time spent
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address
• Log Data: Server logs including access times, error logs, and performance metrics
• Cookies and Tracking: Session cookies, preferences, and analytics data

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve ObjectJournal’s features
• User Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address security issues and fraud
• Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve user experience
• Communication: To send service-related updates, notifications, and announcements
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and legal processes

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our service:

• Authentication: Clerk for user authentication and account management
• Database: Convex for data storage and real-time updates
• File Storage: Cloud storage providers for photos and documents
• Analytics: Service analytics and error tracking tools

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
• Law enforcement requests
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety
• Emergency situations involving personal safety

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.

Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Access controls and authentication protocols
• Secure cloud infrastructure with reputable providers

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain information for longer periods as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

International Data Transfers

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

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

• Request a copy of your personal data
• Export your content and data in a portable format

Correction and Updates

• Update your account information at any time
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data

Deletion

• Delete your account and associated data
• Request deletion of specific content or information

Communication Preferences

• Opt out of non-essential communications
• Manage notification settings in your account

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@objectjournal.com.

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your logged-in session
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze usage patterns and improve our service
• Provide security features

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

ObjectJournal is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how it’s used
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Legal basis for processing (legitimate interest, consent, contract)
• Right to object to processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Sending an email notification to your registered email address
• Providing notice through our service

Your continued use of ObjectJournal after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: