Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
At Noodle Seed, we believe your privacy is fundamental. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information when you use our platform. We're committed to transparency and giving you control over your data.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you create an account or join our waitlist, we collect your name, email address, and company information (optional). This helps us provide you with personalized service and keep you updated.
Business Information
To help you reach customers through AI platforms, we collect information about your business, services, and offerings that you configure in your Noodle Seed profile.
Usage Data
We automatically collect information about how you use Noodle Seed, including pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns. This helps us improve the platform and your experience.
Device & Technical Information
We collect device type, browser information, IP address, and operating system to ensure compatibility, security, and optimal performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Noodle Seed platform
- Publish your business information to AI platforms like ChatGPT and Claude
- Process your appointments and transactions (if you use these features)
- Send you important updates, notifications, and product announcements
- Respond to your questions and provide customer support
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and user experience
- Prevent fraud, abuse, and ensure platform security
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
We don't sell your data. Period.
We may share your information only in these specific circumstances:
AI Platforms
Your business information (name, services, contact details) is shared with AI platforms like ChatGPT and Claude so customers can discover you. This is the core purpose of Noodle Seed.
Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party services (hosting, analytics, payment processing) who help us run Noodle Seed. They're contractually required to protect your data and can only use it to provide services to us.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Noodle Seed, our users, or the public.
Business Transfers
If Noodle Seed is acquired or merges with another company, your information may be transferred. We'll notify you before this happens.
4. Data Security
We take security seriously and use industry-standard measures to protect your data:
- Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
- Secure authentication and access controls
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Limited employee access on a need-to-know basis
- Secure backup and disaster recovery systems
However, no system is 100% secure. While we work hard to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Update or correct: Change your profile information at any time in your account settings
- Delete your data: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Export your data: Download your business information in a portable format
- Opt out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (you'll still receive critical account notifications)
- Object to processing: Request that we stop processing your data for certain purposes
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@noodleseed.com
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account:
- Your profile and business information are removed from AI platforms within 48 hours
- Personal data is deleted within 30 days
- Some data may be retained longer if required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention, resolving disputes)
- Anonymized usage data may be retained indefinitely for analytics
7. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use Noodle Seed
- Improve performance and user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly if you disable them.
8. Third-Party Links
Noodle Seed may contain links to external websites or services (like AI platforms). We're not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before sharing information with them.
9. Children's Privacy
Noodle Seed is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the EU). We don't knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we've collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at privacy@noodleseed.com
10. International Data Transfers
Noodle Seed is based in [Your Country], and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we'll:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top
- Notify you via email for significant changes
- Post a notice on our website
Your continued use of Noodle Seed after changes take effect means you accept the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
Questions, concerns, or feedback about this Privacy Policy? We're here to help.
Email:
We typically respond within 24-48 hours.