Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 31, 2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you:

  • Sign up for our waitlist or newsletter
  • Contact us for support
  • Participate in surveys or feedback
  • Use our AI-powered issue matching service

Personal Information

This may include your email address, name, GitHub username, programming languages, experience level, and preferences for issue matching.

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Send you updates about OpenSource AI
  • Match you with suitable GitHub issues
  • Respond to your comments and questions
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our AI algorithms
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business (e.g., Kit for email marketing, GitHub API for issue data)
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission
  • Secure cloud hosting on Vercel
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited access to personal information

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured format
  • Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
  • Unsubscribe: Opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@opensourceai.online.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. This includes:

  • Essential cookies for website functionality
  • Analytics cookies to understand website usage
  • Preference cookies to remember your settings (e.g., dark mode)

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this privacy policy.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: