Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

JaneX ("we", "our", or "us") operates the janex.io website and related services (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

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

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you use our Service, you may provide us with information directly, including:

• Contact information (email address) when you contact us for support
• Content you create using our tools (CVs, invoices, QR codes, passwords, Base64 data) - stored locally in your browser
• Feedback, comments, or questions you submit to us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Service, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen resolution
• Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, referring website addresses, date and time of visits
• Technical Information: Browser language preferences, time zone, JavaScript enabled status

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function properly (language preferences, cookie consent)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad performance (Google AdSense)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our Service and tools
• User Experience: To remember your preferences (language, cookie settings) and personalize your experience
• Analytics: To analyze usage patterns, understand user behavior, and improve our Service functionality
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and send important service updates
• Advertising: To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense and measure ad effectiveness
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"). Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to analyze how visitors use our website. The information generated about your use of our Service (including your IP address) is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.

Google uses this data to:

• Evaluate website usage and compile reports on website activity
• Provide other services related to website activity and internet usage

Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required by law or where such third parties process the information on Google's behalf. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

For more information about Google Analytics, please visit Google's Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Terms of Service.

4.2 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense, an advertising service provided by Google LLC, to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and web beacons to serve personalized advertisements based on your prior visits to our website and other websites.

Google may use the following information:

• Your IP address
• Browser type and settings
• Date and time of your visit
• Websites you have visited
• Interactions with advertisements

You can opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or by using the Google Ad Personalization settings. You can also opt-out through our cookie consent banner.

For more information about Google AdSense, please visit Google's Privacy Policy and Google AdSense Privacy & Cookies.

4.3 Other Third Parties

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, customer support)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

5. Local Data Storage

Our Service stores certain data locally in your web browser using technologies such as localStorage and sessionStorage. This includes:

• Content you create using our tools (CV data, invoice information, QR code data, etc.)
• Your language preferences
• Cookie consent preferences

This data is stored entirely on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear this data at any time through your browser settings. Clearing your browser's local storage will remove all locally stored data.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure server infrastructure with regular security updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

• Analytics Data: Retained by Google Analytics according to Google's data retention policies (typically 14-50 months)
• Local Storage Data: Retained on your device until you clear your browser's local storage
• Contact Information: Retained until you request deletion or as required by law

When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country.

Specifically, Google Analytics and Google AdSense may transfer your data to the United States and other countries where Google operates. Google complies with applicable data protection laws, including the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework and Standard Contractual Clauses.

By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• 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
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your personal information to another service
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the legal basis

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hi@janex.io.

Cookie Controls: You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner. You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

Do Not Track: Our Service does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers. However, you can opt-out of personalized advertising and analytics as described above.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information from our servers.

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), our Service is not intended for children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not use our Service or provide any personal information to us.

11. California Privacy Rights

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

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• Right to delete personal information held by businesses
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at hi@janex.io.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Legal Basis for Processing: We process your personal information based on:

• Your consent (for analytics and advertising cookies)
• Legitimate interests (service improvement, security, fraud prevention)
• Legal obligations (compliance with applicable laws)

To exercise your GDPR rights, please contact us at hi@janex.io.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Providing notice through our Service (for significant changes)

Your continued use of our Service after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.