1. Introduction
NotificationsBot ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting
your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use,
disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our
notification service that sends real-time alerts via Telegram.
By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of
information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect the following personal information:
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Email Addresses: When you create an account, we
collect your email address for authentication and communication
purposes.
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Telegram User IDs: We collect Telegram user IDs
to deliver notifications to the correct recipients.
2.2 Service Usage Data
We collect and process:
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Notification Content: Messages, errors, and
events you send through our API
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Account Data: Channels, groups, subscribers, and
configuration settings
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API Usage: Request logs, delivery status, and
error information
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Performance Data: Response times, delivery
success rates, and system performance metrics
2.3 Technical Information
We automatically collect:
- IP addresses and request timestamps
- Browser type and version
- Device information and operating system
- Usage patterns and preferences
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
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Service Delivery: To provide our notification
service, including parsing messages, error checking, and
delivering to Telegram
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Account Management: To manage your account,
channels, groups, and subscriber configurations
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Error Handling: To detect, store, and resolve
delivery failures and system errors
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Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns
and improve our service performance
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Communication: To send important service updates,
security notices, and account-related communications
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Support: To provide customer support and
troubleshoot technical issues
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Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and
enforce our terms of service
4. Data Processing and Storage
4.1 Data Processing
We process your data as follows:
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Message Parsing: We parse incoming messages to
validate format and check for errors
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Error Detection: We analyze messages for
potential issues and store error information
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Database Storage: We store processed messages,
errors, and account data in our secure database
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Telegram Delivery: We forward validated messages
to Telegram's API for delivery to recipients
4.2 Data Storage
Your data is stored in the United States on secure servers. We
implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to
protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration,
disclosure, or destruction.
5. Data Retention
We retain your data as follows:
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Account Data: Channels, groups, subscribers, and
configuration settings are retained for as long as you use our
service
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Events Logs:
- Free Plan: 7 days
- Pro Plan: 60 days
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Error Logs: Retained for 30 days to assist with
troubleshooting and service improvement
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Personal Information: Retained until you delete
your account or request deletion
You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may process your
data:
6.1 Stripe
We use Stripe to process payments. Stripe collects and processes
payment information according to their privacy policy. We do not
store your payment card details.
6.2 Telegram API
We use Telegram's API to deliver notifications. Message content is
processed according to Telegram's privacy policy and terms of
service.
6.3 Message Broker Service
We use a third-party message broker service for message queuing and
processing. Data is processed according to the service provider's
privacy policy and data processing terms.
7. Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Union, you have the following
rights regarding your personal data:
7.1 Right to Access
You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
7.2 Right to Rectification
You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal
data.
7.3 Right to Erasure
You can request deletion of your personal data ("right to be
forgotten").
7.4 Right to Restrict Processing
You can request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
7.5 Right to Data Portability
You can request a copy of your data in a structured,
machine-readable format.
7.6 Right to Object
You can object to processing of your personal data in certain
circumstances.
7.7 Right to Withdraw Consent
If processing is based on consent, you can withdraw consent at any
time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information
provided below.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication and access controls
- Regular security monitoring
- Incident response procedures
9. International Data Transfers
Your data is stored in the United States. If you are located in the
EU or other regions with different data protection laws, we ensure
appropriate safeguards are in place for international data
transfers, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where applicable
- Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
- Other appropriate safeguards as required by law
10. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We
do not knowingly collect personal information from children under
13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has
provided us with personal information, please contact us
immediately.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify
you of any material changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
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Sending you an email notification for significant changes that
affect your data rights or privacy
Your continued use of our service after any changes constitutes
acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data
practices, please contact us:
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Email:
13. Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)
For EU users, we process your personal data based on the following
legal grounds:
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Contract Performance: To provide our notification
service as agreed
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Legitimate Interest: To improve our service,
ensure security, and prevent fraud
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Consent: For optional communications and
marketing (where applicable)
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Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws
and regulations