Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 26, 2025

1. Introduction

At ZapDev, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered development platform.

We will never sell or provide your data to third parties for marketing purposes.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Name (if provided)
  • Authentication credentials (managed securely through Clerk)
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment providers)

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use ZapDev:

  • Project data and code you generate
  • Conversation history with AI agents
  • Usage metrics (number of projects, messages sent, etc.)
  • Device information and browser type
  • IP address and general location data
  • Performance and error logs

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, maintain sessions, and analyze usage patterns.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the ZapDev service
  • Process your requests and generate code through AI agents
  • Manage your account and subscriptions
  • Send service-related notifications and updates
  • Improve and optimize our platform
  • Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Your data is stored in our database and is only accessible by ZapDev. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform. These include:

  • Authentication: Clerk (for secure user authentication)
  • Database: Convex (for data storage)
  • Payments: Polar/Stripe (for payment processing)
  • Code Execution: E2B (for secure sandbox environments)
  • AI Services: OpenRouter/Anthropic (for AI model access)
  • Infrastructure: Vercel (for hosting)
  • Monitoring: Sentry (for error tracking)

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only to provide services to us.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal processes, including:

  • Court orders or subpoenas
  • Government or regulatory requests
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Protection of our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevention of fraud or illegal activities

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change in ownership.

5. Data Security

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

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure authentication and session management
  • Regular security audits and monitoring
  • Access controls and authentication requirements
  • Isolated sandbox environments for code execution

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. 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 data at any time through your account settings.

After account deletion, we may retain certain information for:

  • Legal compliance and record-keeping requirements
  • Fraud prevention and security purposes
  • Resolving disputes
  • Enforcing our agreements

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Portability: Request your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us through your account settings or support channels.

8. Children's Privacy

ZapDev is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using ZapDev, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our website or support channels.

Remember: We will never sell your data to third parties. Your data is only accessible by ZapDev and necessary service providers who help us operate the platform.