Information We Collect
When you use Seaavey APIs, we may collect the following information:
- Account data — email address, username, and hashed password when you register
- Usage data — API request logs, endpoint usage statistics, and rate limit counters
- Technical data — IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information for security and analytics
- Cookies — authentication tokens and session identifiers essential for Service functionality
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
- Authenticate your identity and manage your API access
- Monitor and enforce rate limits and fair usage policies
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Communicate important updates about the Service
- Generate aggregated, anonymized analytics to improve performance
Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share limited information with:
- Hosting providers — to operate infrastructure (e.g., Vercel, cloud providers)
- Analytics services — aggregated, anonymized usage data only
- Legal authorities — when required by applicable law or valid legal process
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encrypted connections (TLS), hashed passwords, CSRF protection, and secure cookie policies. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. API request logs are retained for a reasonable period for security and analytics purposes, after which they are automatically purged. You may request deletion of your account data at any time.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict processing of your data
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
Cookies & Tracking
We use essential cookies required for authentication and session management. We use Vercel Analytics for aggregated, privacy-respecting performance data. We do not use advertising trackers or sell your browsing behavior to third parties.
Children's Privacy
The Service is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at me@seaavey.com.