Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 25, 2025
1. Information We Collect
SEC Finder collects minimal information to provide our services:
Information You Provide:
- Email Address: When you subscribe to alerts
- Search Criteria: Keywords, locations, and preferences for your alerts
Automatically Collected Information:
- Usage Data: Pages visited, search queries, timestamps
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
- Cookies: Session cookies for functionality (see Cookie Policy below)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for:
- Delivering email alerts based on your preferences
- Improving and personalizing the Service
- Analyzing usage patterns and trends
- Detecting and preventing fraud or abuse
- Complying with legal obligations
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do NOT sell your personal information.
We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Email service (Resend) for sending alerts
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
- Safety and Security: To protect rights, property, or safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with merger, sale, or acquisition
4. Data Retention
We retain your information as follows:
- Email Addresses: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Usage Logs: Up to 90 days
- Search History: Not permanently stored beyond session
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your data
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from email alerts at any time
- Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
6. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure database storage with encryption
- Rate limiting to prevent abuse
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal data by employees
7. Cookie Policy
SEC Finder uses minimal cookies:
- Session Cookies: Essential for site functionality
- No Tracking Cookies: We do not use third-party tracking or advertising cookies
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.
8. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
9. Children's Privacy
SEC Finder is not intended for use by anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
10. 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 such transfers.
11. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notification for significant changes
12. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under CCPA:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to say no to the sale of personal information
- Right to access your personal information
- Right to request deletion of your personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
13. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR:
- Lawful basis for processing: Consent and legitimate interests
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to data portability
- Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authority
14. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
⚠️ Important Note: SEC filing data displayed on this platform is public information from the SEC and is not subject to this privacy policy. Our policy covers only the personal information you provide to us.