Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 4, 2026

1. Introduction

SmartTagAI ("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 website and services.

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

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

  • Email Address: Required for account creation and authentication
  • Name: Optional display name for your account
  • Google Account Data: When you authenticate via Google OAuth

2.2 Usage Data

  • Topics and Tags: Content you generate and manage
  • Usage Statistics: Number of topics created, API calls made
  • Preferences: Theme settings, avoid lists, and custom configurations

2.3 Technical Data

  • IP Address: For security and analytics purposes
  • Browser Information: Type, version, and operating system
  • Device Information: Hardware identifiers and settings
  • Cookies: To maintain sessions and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: To provide and maintain our tagging services
  • No AI Training: Your data is processed via automated algorithms to generate tags. We do not use your content, topics, or tags to train artificial intelligence or machine learning models.
  • Account Management: To create and manage your user account
  • Communication: To send important updates and support responses
  • Security: To protect against fraud and abuse
  • Analytics: To improve our services and user experience
  • Legal Compliance: To meet legal and regulatory requirements

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Payment Processing (Stripe)

We use Stripe to process payments for our PRO subscription. When you make a payment:

  • • Your payment information is sent directly to Stripe
  • • We do not store your credit card details
  • • Stripe's privacy policy applies to payment processing
  • Stripe Privacy Policy

4.2 Authentication (Google)

We use Google OAuth for authentication:

  • • Google shares only your email address and basic profile information
  • • We cannot access your Google password
  • • Google's privacy policy applies to OAuth services
  • Google Privacy Policy

4.3 Analytics and Hosting

  • Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis (anonymized data)
  • Cloud Providers: For hosting and infrastructure services

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Limited access to authorized personnel only
  • Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
  • Secure Infrastructure: Industry-standard security practices

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Union, you have the following rights under GDPR:

6.1 Right to Access

You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

6.2 Right to Rectification

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

6.3 Right to Erasure

You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.

6.4 Right to Portability

You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

6.5 Right to Object

You can object to processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.

6.6 Right to Restrict Processing

You can request limitation of how we process your personal data.

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

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for different periods depending on its purpose:

7.1 Account Information

  • Active Accounts: Retained while your account is active
  • Deleted Accounts: Personal data deleted within 30 days
  • Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer for legal compliance

7.2 Usage Data

  • Topics and Tags: Retained until you delete them
  • Analytics Data: Anonymized after 90 days
  • Logs: Security logs retained for 12 months

7.3 Financial Data

  • Payment Records: Retained for 7 years for tax purposes
  • Subscription Data: Retained while subscription is active

8. International Data Transfers

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

  • • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • • Adequacy decisions where applicable
  • • Technical and organizational security measures

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • • Maintain your login session
  • • Remember your preferences (theme, settings)
  • • Analyze website usage patterns
  • • Improve our services

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

10. 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 we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Policy

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

  • • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • • Sending email notifications for significant changes
  • • Displaying prominent notices in our application

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Email: contact@smarttagai.com

Website: smarttagai.com

Response Time: We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days