Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 5, 2026

1. Information We Collect

BlogOnDeck ("we", "our", or "us") collects information you provide directly to us when you:

  • Create an account (name, email address, password)
  • Subscribe to a paid plan (payment information processed by Stripe)
  • Use our services (blog content, author information, media uploads)
  • Contact us for support

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process transactions and send related information
  • Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities

3. Information Sharing

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

  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist us in providing our services (e.g., Stripe for payments, cloud hosting providers)
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or in response to valid legal processes
  • Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of BlogOnDeck, our users, or the public

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

  • Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Secure password hashing
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Export your data in a portable format
  • Opt out of marketing communications

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do not use third-party tracking cookies for advertising purposes.

8. Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

  • Stripe: Payment processing - Stripe Privacy Policy
  • Google/GitHub: OAuth authentication (if used)
  • OpenRouter: AI content generation

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@blogondeck.com