Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 10, 2026

TraceMe ("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 website, browser extension, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, profile photo, and authentication credentials when you create an account.
• Profile Data: Professional information you choose to share, including work experience, skills, values, projects, and links.
• Traces: Thoughts, insights, and content you create or capture through our Service.
• AMA Content: Questions you receive and answers you provide through the Ask Me Anything feature.
• Communications: Messages, feedback, and correspondence you send to us.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, click patterns, and interaction data.
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and IP address.
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• Social Login: If you sign in using Google, GitHub, or other providers, we receive basic profile information they share.
• Browser Extension Data: When using our extension, we may collect content you explicitly choose to capture from supported platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, LinkedIn).
• Imported Data: Professional information you choose to import from LinkedIn or other platforms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide the Service: Create and manage your account, display your public profile, and enable core features.
• AI Processing: Use artificial intelligence to help structure your profile, generate summaries, and power the AMA persona feature.
• Personalization: Customize your experience and provide relevant recommendations.
• Communication: Send service updates, security alerts, and (with your consent) marketing messages.
• Analytics: Understand usage patterns to improve our Service.
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
• Safety and Security: Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues.

3. AI Processing and Third-Party Services

3.1 AI Service Providers

We use third-party AI services (such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar providers) to power certain features. When you use AI-powered features:

• Your content may be sent to these providers for processing.
• These providers have their own privacy policies governing data handling.
• We do not use your content to train third-party AI models without your explicit consent.

3.2 Data Minimization

We only send necessary data to AI providers and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 Public Profile

Information you designate as public (profile, traces, projects) will be visible to other users and may be indexed by search engines.

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who assist in:

• Hosting and infrastructure (e.g., Vercel, Supabase)
• Payment processing (e.g., Stripe)
• Analytics and monitoring
• Email delivery

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or government request, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of TraceMe, our users, or others.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information in other circumstances with your explicit consent.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
• Secure authentication mechanisms
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Access controls and employee training

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through your account settings or by contacting us.

After deletion:

• Your public profile and content will be removed
• Some information may be retained in backups for a limited period
• Certain data may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes

7. Your Rights and Choices

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

7.1 Access and Portability

You can access and download your data through your account settings.

7.2 Correction

You can update your profile information at any time.

7.3 Deletion

You can delete your account and request removal of your data.

7.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of marketing communications and certain data processing activities.

7.5 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Users)

If you are in the EU/EEA, you have additional rights under GDPR, including:

• Right to object to processing
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

7.6 CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under CCPA, including:

• Right to know what personal information we collect
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function properly.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use the Service.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect Service functionality.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16. If we become aware of such collection, we will promptly delete the information.

10. Data Storage

Your information is primarily stored and processed on servers located in your region. If we need to transfer your data to other regions in the future, we will update this policy and notify you in advance.

11. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.

12. Changes to This 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 and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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

Email: xiaoyang@cometraceme.com

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By using TraceMe, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.