This Privacy Policy explains how Boilkit Boilerplate ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you use our services. By using the services provided by Boilkit Boilerplate, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Our Application and Services
Boilkit Boilerplate is a development platform that provides users with access to code repositories and development tools. Our application offers two primary access methods: free access through Circle membership verification, and paid access through our subscription plans. We integrate with various third-party services including Circle, GitHub, and Stripe to provide these services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
Authentication Information: When you sign up or log in, we collect your email address and authentication-related data. We may also collect information from third-party authentication providers, such as Google or other social login services.
Circle Membership Data: When you choose to access our services for free by verifying your Circle membership, we verify your membership status through the Circle API:
Verify your membership status in our Circle community
Access your Circle membership information
Collect your email address for verification purposes
This data is used solely to verify your Circle membership status and grant you access to our services.
GitHub Information: To grant you access to our code repositories, we collect and store your GitHub username. This information is necessary to send you repository invitations and manage your access permissions.
Payment Information: When you choose to purchase our paid services, payment processing is handled entirely by Stripe, our payment processor. We do not collect, store, or process your credit card information, billing addresses, or other sensitive payment data on our servers. Stripe handles all payment data according to their privacy policy and PCI DSS compliance standards.
Contact Information: If you contact us for support, we collect your name, email address, and any other information you provide in your communications with us.
Usage Data: We collect information about how you use our services, including which features you access, how often you use them, and your interaction patterns within our application.
Technical Data: We may collect information about the device and browser you use to access our services, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following specific purposes:
Authentication and Account Management: To securely authenticate users, manage user accounts, and provide access to protected areas of our application.
Circle Membership Verification: To verify that you are a member of our Circle community and grant you free access to our services. This involves checking your Circle membership status through the Circle API.
Repository Access Management: To invite you to our GitHub repositories and manage your access permissions using your stored GitHub username.
Payment Processing: To process payments for paid subscriptions through Stripe. We do not store payment information ourselves - all payment data is handled by Stripe according to their security standards.
Service Delivery: To provide you with the development tools, code repositories, and other services you have requested access to.
Email Communications: To send you important notifications, account updates, password reset links, and service-related communications.
Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide technical support for our services.
Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services, fix bugs, and develop new features.
4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
We integrate with the following third-party services and may share your information as described:
Circle API: We use the Circle API to verify your membership status in our Circle community. Your Circle membership data is accessed solely for verification purposes and is handled in accordance with Circle's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
GitHub: We share your GitHub username with GitHub's API to send repository invitations and manage access permissions.
Stripe: For payment processing, we work with Stripe. Your payment information is submitted directly to Stripe and is subject to Stripe's Privacy Policy. We do not have access to your full payment details.
Email Service Providers: We may share your email address with email service providers to send you service-related communications.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Circle membership data used for verification is not permanently stored and is only accessed when verification is needed. GitHub usernames are retained as long as you have an active account to maintain repository access. You can request deletion of your data by contacting us.
6. Security of Your Information
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Sensitive payment data is handled exclusively by Stripe using industry-standard security measures.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations.
Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw your consent for Circle membership verification at any time by contacting us.
Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@boilkit.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
8. International Data Transfers
Our services are hosted in the United States. If you access our services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to such transfer and processing. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during international transfers.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are 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 personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and notify you of any material changes. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: