Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how CodenVibe IT LLC ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use the PatchPings mobile application (the "App") and the PatchPings website at patchpings.com (the "Website"), together referred to as the "Service". By using PatchPings, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.
01Who we are
PatchPings is a mobile application and website that allows users to scan websites for security issues, view results, and learn how to fix them. PatchPings is operated by CodenVibe IT LLC, a company registered in the State of Wyoming, United States.
For any privacy-related questions, contact us at [email protected].
02Information we collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve the Service.
Information you provide
When you sign in with Google:
• Your name (as provided by your Google account)
• Your email address (as provided by your Google account)
We use Google OAuth for authentication. We do not receive or store your Google password.
Information collected automatically
When you use the App or Website:
- Approximate location (country only), derived from your IP address
- App and device information, such as platform (Android or iOS) and app version
- Usage data, such as features used and actions taken within the Service
URLs you submit for scanning
- When signed in, the website URLs you scan are stored as part of your scan history
- Scan results, including grades, detected issues, and timestamps
Guest users
If you use PatchPings as a guest without signing in:
- We do not collect your name or email
- Your scan count is stored locally on your device only and is not transmitted to our servers
- URLs you scan as a guest are not permanently stored on our servers
Cookies and local storage
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies. For details, please see our Cookie Policy. The App does not use cookies but stores limited data locally on your device, such as your theme preference.
Push notification tokens
If you enable push notifications, we collect a device notification token in order to deliver notifications to your device. You can disable notifications at any time in your device settings or in the App.
03How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide the core functionality of the Service — scanning websites and returning results
- Save and display your scan history
- Authenticate your account and keep it secure
- Detect your approximate country to improve and analyze the Service
- Send you transactional emails, such as account confirmation and password reset
- Send push notifications you have opted into, such as product updates or scan reminders
- Respond to your support requests
- Understand how the Service is used so we can improve it
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or abuse
We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your personal information for third-party advertising.
04Legal bases for processing (for EEA/UK users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Performance of a contract — to provide the Service you have requested
- Legitimate interests — to improve the Service, ensure security, and prevent abuse
- Consent — for optional features such as push notifications and non-essential cookies
- Legal obligation — where we are required to process data to comply with the law
05How we share your information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We share information only in the following limited circumstances:
Service providers
We use trusted third-party providers to operate the Service. These providers process data on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality obligations:
Each provider has its own privacy policy governing how it handles data.
| Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Supabase | Authentication, database, and data storage |
| Google OAuth | Sign-in and authentication |
| Resend | Transactional email delivery |
| Firebase Cloud Messaging | Push notification delivery |
| IP geolocation provider | Country detection from IP address |
Legal requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.
Business transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
06Data retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy.
- Scan history and account data are retained while your account is active
- If you delete your account or request deletion, your data is removed from our active systems within 30 days
- Guest data (scan count) is stored only on your device and is removed when you uninstall the App
- We may retain certain information where required for legal, accounting, or security purposes
07How we protect your information
We take the security of your data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it, including:
- Encryption of data in transit using TLS
- Encryption of sensitive data at rest
- Access controls limiting who can access data
- Use of reputable infrastructure providers
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
08Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction — request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion — request deletion of your personal data
- Restriction — request that we limit the processing of your data
- Portability — request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Objection — object to certain processing of your data
- Withdraw consent — withdraw consent for processing based on consent, at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
If you are in the EEA or UK and believe we have not handled your data properly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
09California privacy rights
If you are a California resident, you have the right under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) to:
- Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of the sale of your personal information — note that we do not sell personal information
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
10Children's privacy
PatchPings is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will delete it promptly.
11International data transfers
We are based in the United States, and your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have data protection laws different from those in your country. Where required, we take steps to ensure your data is handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.
12Third-party links
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
13Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. If we make material changes, we will provide additional notice where appropriate. Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14Contact us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
CodenVibe IT LLC
30 N Gould St Ste N
Sheridan, WY 82801
United States
Email: [email protected]
Website: patchpings.com
This Privacy Policy should be read together with our Terms of Service and Cookie Policy.