Privacy Policy

01Introduction

Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information PostHive collects, how we use it, and the choices you have. We are committed to protecting your personal data and being transparent about our practices. By using PostHive, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

02Information We Collect

Account Information

When you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture. We do not access your Google password or any other account data beyond what is necessary for authentication.

Reading Data

We store your reading history (article URLs, titles, site names, read times), scroll progress, highlights, and reading preferences. For signed-in users, this data is stored securely on our servers. For anonymous users, it is stored locally in your browser.

Usage Data

We may collect basic usage analytics such as page views and feature usage to improve the service. We do not track you across other websites or sell any data to third parties.

03How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain the service
• To sync your reading history and highlights across devices
• To save your reading preferences and progress
• To improve and optimize the service
• To communicate with you about service updates
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues

04Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely with encryption at rest and in transit. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

05Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in operating the service (e.g., Vercel for hosting, Google for authentication)
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• With your explicit consent
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case you will be notified

06Cookies and Local Storage

PostHive uses browser local storage to save your reading preferences, history, and scroll progress. We use essential cookies for authentication sessions. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. You can clear local storage data at any time through your browser settings.

07Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data and account
• Export your reading history and highlights
• Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
• Object to or restrict certain types of data processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

08Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the service. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days. Locally stored data can be cleared at any time through your browser settings. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

09Children's Privacy

PostHive is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

10Third-Party Links

PostHive may display content from or link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit through our service.

11Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the date at the top of this page. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

12Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:

hello@posthive.xyz