Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 17, 2026
1. Our Privacy Commitment
PauseBeforeBuy is built on a foundation of privacy and trust. Your wishlist, decisions, and purchase data are completely private. We will never sell your data, show you ads, or use tracking pixels.
2. What We Collect
Account Information
Email address and authentication data (managed by Kinde). Essential for your account.
Wishlist Data
Items you add, including titles, prices, URLs, and your evaluations.
Decision Data
Your scores, reflections, and purchase decisions.
Usage Data
Basic analytics to improve the service (no third-party trackers).
3. What We DON'T Do
- We don't sell your data to third parties
- We don't show ads or use ad networks
- We don't use tracking pixels or cookies for advertising
- We don't share your wishlist with anyone
- We don't use your data to train AI models (unless you explicitly opt-in)
4. How We Use Your Data
- 01To provide the core service (wishlist, decision engine, reports)
- 02To send you notifications (only if you enable them)
- 03To improve the product based on aggregated, anonymized usage patterns
- 04To provide customer support when you contact us
5. Data Security
Your data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest. We use industry-standard security practices and regularly audit our systems.
Authentication is handled by Kinde, a SOC 2 Type II certified provider.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access all your data at any time
- Export your data (JSON/CSV/PDF)
- Delete your account & data
- Opt out of optional features
7. Third-Party Services
We use the following trusted services:
Each service has its own privacy policies and security certifications.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us.
privacy@pausebeforebuy.com