Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Specifier ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our API data mapping service.

By using Specifier, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practises, please do not use our service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account
• Payment Information: Billing details and payment information processed securely through Stripe
• Communications and Feedback: When you submit feedback through our service, we collect your name, email address, feedback content, and relevant context (page location, mapping ID, user ID). This information is used to respond to your feedback and improve our service. Legal basis: Legitimate interest in providing customer support and service improvement.

2.2 API and Mapping Data

• API Specifications: Source and target API schemas you upload for mapping
• Mapping Configurations: Field mappings, transformations, and validation rules you create
• Sample Data: Test data you provide for transformation validation

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our service, including transformation counts and API usage
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers
• Cookies and Analytics: We use cookies and similar technologies (Google Analytics) to analyse usage patterns and improve our service

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our API mapping service
• Process your transformations and execute your mapping configurations
• Process payments and manage your subscription
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Monitor and analyse usage patterns and trends to improve user experience
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security vulnerabilities
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

4. AI Processing and Third-Party Services

We use Anthropic's Claude AI to assist with intelligent field mapping and suggest transformations. When you use our AI-powered features:

• Your API schema information may be processed by Anthropic's Claude API
• We do not share your actual production data with AI services, only schema structures and field names
• AI suggestions are used to accelerate mapping creation, with full human oversight and control

We also use the following third-party services:

• Stripe: For secure payment processing
• Google Analytics: For usage analytics and service improvement (with consent)
• MongoDB Atlas: For secure database hosting

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (payment processing, hosting, analytics)
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent for any other purpose

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit using TLS/SSL
• Secure password hashing using industry-standard algorithms
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure database hosting with MongoDB Atlas

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will retain and use your information to:

• Maintain your mapping configurations and service history
• Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements and prevent fraud

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

8. Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to our processing of your personal information
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the legal basis

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@specifier.io.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner and your browser settings.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the service to function (authentication, security)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our service (Google Analytics, with consent)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

11. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

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