Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2, 2026
1. Introduction
CodeCollab ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our collaborative coding platform.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email address, password (hashed)
- Profile Information: Profile picture (if provided)
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Razorpay (we don't store card details)
- Code Content: Code you write and execute in rooms
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and browser type
- Device information
- Usage statistics (rooms joined, code executions)
- Session information
2.3 Third-Party Authentication
If you sign in using Google or GitHub, we receive:
- Your public profile information
- Email address (if available)
- Profile picture
3. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose |
Data Used |
| Provide the Service |
Account info, code content |
| Process Payments |
Email, payment details (via Razorpay) |
| Improve Service |
Usage statistics, feedback |
| Send Communications |
Email address |
| Provide AI Features |
Code content (processed, not stored by AI) |
4. Data Sharing
We do NOT sell your personal data. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Razorpay (payments), Google AI (code analysis)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law
- Other Users: Your username and profile picture in shared rooms
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Passwords are hashed using bcrypt
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure session management
- Regular security audits
Payment Security: All payment processing is handled by Razorpay's PCI-DSS compliant infrastructure. We never store your card details.
6. Data Retention
- Account Data: Retained until you delete your account
- Room Code: Retained for 30 days after last activity
- Payment Records: Retained for 7 years (legal requirement)
- Activity Logs: Retained for 90 days
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your data
- Correction: Update inaccurate information
- Deletion: Delete your account and associated data
- Portability: Export your code and data
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails
8. Cookies
We use cookies for:
- Session management (essential)
- Remembering preferences
- Analytics (anonymous usage data)
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
9. Children's Privacy
CodeCollab is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries outside India. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. 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 the Service.
12. Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries:
Email: codecollabbeta@gmail.com
Address: Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India - 517501