Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 31, 2025

1. Information We Collect

When you use GitGems, we collect:

• Account Information: Email address, password (hashed), and GitHub profile data if you sign in via GitHub OAuth
• Usage Data: Search queries, favorited repositories, and feature usage
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information for security and analytics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and improve our repository discovery service
• Personalize your experience with saved favorites and search history
• Send important service updates and security notifications
• Prevent abuse and maintain platform security

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:

• Service providers (hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements
• Law enforcement when required by law

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
• Regular security audits

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request data deletion
• Export your data
• Opt out of marketing communications

6. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze site traffic. You can manage your preferences via the cookie banner shown on your first visit.

Essential Cookies:

• Session Cookie: Maintains your login state. Expires when you close the browser.
• GDPR Consent: Remembers your cookie preference. Expires after 1 year.

Analytics Cookies (optional):

• Google Analytics (_ga, _ga_*): Helps us understand how visitors use GitGems. Collects anonymized data about pages visited, time spent, and general location (country level). Data is processed by Google LLC under their Privacy Policy. Expires after 2 years.

You can withdraw consent anytime by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.

7. Contact

For privacy inquiries, contact us at: privacy@gitgems.app