Privacy Policy

At OppScout, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our email analysis service ("Inbox Scout") to identify business collaboration opportunities.

1. Data We Collect

1.1 Gmail Data

When you connect your Gmail account to OppScout, we collect:

• Email sender information (name, email address)
• Email subject lines
• Email body content (to identify product collaboration opportunities)
• Email metadata (date, time, labels)

1.2 Account Information

• Your email address
• TikTok creator ID (if provided)
• Profile information you choose to share

1.3 Usage Data

• Analysis history and preferences
• Product recommendations viewed
• Feature usage statistics

2. How We Use Your Data

Your email data is used to:

• Analyze business opportunity emails from brands and merchants
• Identify product collaboration invitations and partnership requests
• Match opportunities with relevant products from our curated catalog
• Provide personalized product recommendations
• Generate AI-powered insights about potential partnerships
• Improve our analysis algorithms and service quality

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 What We Store

• Email metadata (sender, subject, date) for your analysis history
• Extracted business opportunity information
• Your analysis preferences and settings

3.2 What We Don't Store

• Original email content is not permanently stored
• Email attachments are not downloaded or saved
• Your Gmail password (we use OAuth 2.0)

3.3 Security Measures

• Industry-standard encryption (TLS/SSL) for all data transmission
• Data encrypted at rest in our secure databases
• OAuth 2.0 authentication (we never access your password)
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and monitoring for our systems

4. Data Sharing

We may share limited data with:

• Service providers: Cloud hosting (Vercel, Neon Database), AI services (OpenAI) under strict data processing agreements
• Analytics: Anonymized usage data to improve our service
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

5. Your Rights and Controls

You can:

• Disconnect anytime: Revoke Gmail access from your OppScout settings
• View your data: Access your analysis history and saved opportunities
• Request deletion: Email support@oppscout.io to delete all your data
• Export data: Request a copy of your stored information
• Control permissions: Manage which emails are analyzed

6. Third-Party Services

OppScout integrates with:

• Google Gmail API: To read and analyze your emails
• OpenAI API: For AI-powered email analysis
• TikTok API: To enrich creator profiles (optional)

These services have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in to your account
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze service performance and usage patterns

You can control cookie settings in your browser, but some features may not work properly if disabled.

8. Children's Privacy

OppScout is not intended for users under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through our service. Your continued use after changes constitute acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests: