Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BidRead ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise process personal information through our website and service.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly:

• Account Information: First name, last name, company name, email address, password
• Documents: Bid documents, PDFs, spreadsheets you upload
• Usage Data: Pages accessed, time spent, analysis requests, features used
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve the Service
• Process your analysis and translation requests
• Send administrative and security notifications
• Monitor and analyze service performance
• Prevent fraud and enforce our agreements
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Service Providers

We use the following third-party services which may process your data:

• Supabase: Database and authentication provider (supabase.com)
• Vercel: Hosting and deployment platform (vercel.com)
• Google Gemini: AI analysis of bid documents (google.com)

These providers have their own privacy policies and may process your data according to their terms. We have Data Processing Agreements in place where required.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your documents and data are stored securely using industry-standard encryption. Access is controlled through role-based access control. However, no transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We maintain appropriate technical and organizational safeguards.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can delete your account and associated data at any time. Some data may be retained for legal compliance purposes.

7. Your Rights (GDPR, CCPA, and other)

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your data (right to be forgotten)
• Restrict processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge complaints with data protection authorities

Contact us at paungg.usa@gmail.com to exercise these rights.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for authentication, security, and analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.

10. 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 the Service, you consent to such transfers.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "last modified" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitute acceptance.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact: paungg.usa@gmail.com