Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At InterviewPilot, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

By using InterviewPilot, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Password (encrypted)

2.2 Interview Data

During mock interviews, we collect:

• Your code submissions
• Interview answers and responses
• AI-generated feedback and scores
• Interview history and progress

2.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect:

• Device information (browser, OS, device type)
• IP address and location (country/region)
• Pages visited and features used
• Time spent on the platform
• Error logs and performance data

2.4 Payment Information

Payment processing is handled by Dodo Payments, our Merchant of Record. We do not store your credit card information. Dodo Payments collects:

• Billing name and address
• Payment method details
• Transaction history

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide the service: Process interviews, generate feedback, track progress
• Improve our platform: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, enhance AI models
• Communicate with you: Send service updates, respond to inquiries, provide support
• Process payments: Handle subscriptions and billing
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Legal compliance: Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

4.1 Service Providers

• Supabase: Database hosting (GDPR/CCPA compliant)
• Vercel: Application hosting
• Groq AI: AI model for generating responses
• Dodo Payments: Payment processing, Merchant of Record (PCI DSS compliant)

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.

4.3 Business Transfers

If InterviewPilot is acquired or merged, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption at rest for sensitive data
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Secure authentication (bcrypt password hashing)
• Role-based access controls

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

6.1 Access and Portability

You can access your data anytime through your account dashboard. Request a data export by emailing divyansh2199@gmail.com.

6.2 Correction

Update your personal information in your account settings or contact us for assistance.

6.3 Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through Settings → Delete Account. We will delete your data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

6.4 Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the unsubscribe link. You cannot opt out of essential service communications.

6.5 Complaint

If you have privacy concerns, contact us at divyansh2199@gmail.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Specific retention periods:

• Account data: Until account deletion + 30 days
• Interview history: Until account deletion + 30 days
• Payment records: 7 years (for tax/legal compliance)
• Usage logs: 90 days

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze site usage and performance
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in servers located in different countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

• Supabase: EU and US data centers (GDPR compliant)
• Vercel: Global CDN with data residency options
• All transfers comply with applicable data protection laws

10. Children's Privacy

InterviewPilot is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a prominent notice on our website. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns:

Email: divyansh2199@gmail.com