Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 16, 2026
Last Updated: February 16, 2026
CardMate ("CardMate," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose information when you access or use the CardMate application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Services").
By using CardMate, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
• Name, email address, and account credentials
• Subscription and billing details (processed via third-party payment processors)
• Inventory data, card details, pricing inputs, notes, and trade records
• Communications with support or feedback submissions
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you use CardMate, we may automatically collect:
• Device type, operating system, browser type
• IP address and general location (city/region level)
• App usage data, interactions, and feature engagement
• Log files and error reports
1.3 Third-Party Data
We may receive information from payment processors, analytics providers, hosting and infrastructure providers, and external pricing or market data sources. CardMate does not control how third parties collect or use your data and is not responsible for their practices.
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
• Operate and maintain the Services
• Provide inventory tracking, pricing references, and analytics
• Improve performance, features, and user experience
• Develop anonymized and aggregated market insights
• Process subscriptions and billing
• Communicate with users regarding updates or support
• Enforce Terms of Service and prevent misuse
CardMate does not sell personal data to third parties.
3. Data Aggregation & Anonymization
CardMate may aggregate and anonymize user data for market analysis, pricing models, platform improvements, and business intelligence. Aggregated or anonymized data does not identify individual users and may be used commercially by CardMate.
4. Data Storage & Security
We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect information, including:
• Secure servers and infrastructure
• Access controls
• Encryption where appropriate
However, no system is completely secure, and CardMate does not guarantee absolute protection against data loss, breaches, or unauthorized access. Users acknowledge that they use the Services at their own risk.
5. Data Retention
We retain user data for as long as an account remains active, as necessary to provide Services, or as required for legal, regulatory, or business purposes. Upon account cancellation or termination, CardMate may delete user data after a reasonable period and has no obligation to retain it indefinitely.
6. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We may share information:
• With service providers who support our operations (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
• To comply with legal obligations or lawful requests
• To enforce our Terms of Service
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
We do not share personal data except as described in this Privacy Policy.
7. User Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access your personal data, request corrections, or request deletion (subject to legal and operational limitations). Requests can be made by contacting us at support@getcardmate.io. CardMate reserves the right to verify identity before processing requests.
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
CardMate may use cookies or similar technologies to maintain sessions, analyze usage patterns, and improve functionality. You may control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect app performance.
9. Children's Privacy
CardMate is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
10. International Users
CardMate may store and process data in jurisdictions outside your country of residence. By using the Services, you consent to such transfers and processing.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted within the app or on our website. Continued use of CardMate constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, contact:
CardMate
Email: support@getcardmate.io