Privacy Policy

This is a temporary draft

Last updated: July 2025

Introduction

Fluent Source ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our VS Code extension and website.

Information We Collect

Account Information

  • Email address (required for account creation)
  • Name (if provided via OAuth providers)
  • Profile information from OAuth providers (GitHub, GitLab, Google)

Authentication Data

  • Login credentials (securely hashed passwords)
  • OAuth tokens (for third-party authentication)
  • Session tokens (for maintaining login state)

Usage Information

  • Extension usage data (language preferences, feature usage)
  • Website interactions (pages visited, features used)
  • Technical data (browser type, device information)

Payment Information

  • Billing data processed by Paddle (our payment processor)
  • Subscription status and transaction history
  • Promotional codes used for discounts

How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

  • Create and maintain your account
  • Provide VS Code extension functionality
  • Process payments and subscriptions
  • Provide customer support

Communication

  • Send service-related emails
  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Send promotional offers (with consent)

Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our service
  • Develop new features
  • Fix bugs and technical issues

Cookies and Tracking

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

  • Authentication cookies - Keep you logged in
  • Security cookies - Protect against attacks
  • Session cookies - Maintain your session

Optional Cookies (Require Consent)

  • Promotional cookies - Remember discount codes
  • Analytics cookies - Understand how you use our service
  • Preference cookies - Remember your settings

You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie banner.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

Service Providers

  • Supabase (database and authentication)
  • Paddle (payment processing)
  • Vercel (website hosting)

Legal Requirements

  • When required by law
  • To protect our rights or safety
  • In case of business transfer

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure coding practices

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your account and data
  • Export your data
  • Withdraw consent for optional cookies

Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days.

International Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or website notice.