Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Frostbyte ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services (collectively, the "Service"). Frostbyte is operated by Sky Enterprises Australia.

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Service immediately.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect information that identifies you personally, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Account credentials
• Billing and payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Profile information you provide

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you access our Service:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and features used
• Time and date of access
• Referring website addresses

2.3 Gear and List Data

When you use our Service, we collect and store:

• Gear items you create (names, weights, categories, prices, notes)
• Packing lists and trip data
• Preferences and settings

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send administrative information, updates, and security alerts
• Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• Personalize and improve your experience
• Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (payment processing, hosting, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Frostbyte, our users, or others
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL)
• Secure authentication systems
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our Service to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Opt out of certain data processing activities
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@getfrostbyte.dev.

8. Australian Privacy Rights

If you are an Australian resident, you have rights under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), including:

• The right to access your personal information
• The right to request correction of your personal information
• The right to complain about privacy breaches

You may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have mishandled your personal information.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your session and preferences
• Analyze Service usage and performance
• Provide security features

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

10. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services including:

• Clerk: For authentication (see Clerk Privacy Policy)
• Stripe: For payment processing (see Stripe Privacy Policy)
• MongoDB Atlas: For data storage

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Australia. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Effective Date" at the top
• Sending email notification for significant changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: support@getfrostbyte.dev
• Support Portal: getfrostbyte.dev/support

Sky Enterprises Australia
ABN: Available upon request