1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how SAM.gov Bid Finder ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our Chrome browser extension and related services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Extension Usage Data
What we collect:
- SAM.gov API key (stored locally in your browser)
- Search preferences and notification settings
- License key or email address for subscription verification
- Timestamps of opportunity checks and notifications
Why we collect it: To provide opportunity monitoring, notifications, and license validation.
Where it's stored: Locally in your Chrome browser storage and our license validation servers.
2.2 Premium Subscription Data
What we collect:
- Email address for account identification
- Subscription status and billing information (via Stripe)
- Dashboard access logs for security purposes
Why we collect it: To manage subscriptions, provide premium features, and send service-related communications.
Where it's stored: Our secure servers and Stripe's payment infrastructure.
2.3 What We Don't Collect
- Your browsing history or activity on other websites
- Personal information from government contracts or opportunities
- Sensitive business information or bidding strategies
- Location data beyond what you voluntarily enter in search criteria
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Service Provision
- Monitor SAM.gov for new opportunities matching your criteria
- Send notifications about relevant opportunities
- Validate license keys and subscription status
- Provide CSV export and email notification features for premium users
3.2 Communication
- Send opportunity alerts via Chrome notifications or email (premium users)
- Provide customer support and technical assistance
- Send important service updates or changes to terms
- Process billing and subscription management
3.3 Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve features (anonymized data only)
- Debug technical issues and improve performance
- Develop new features based on user needs
4. Data Sharing and Third Parties
4.1 Third-Party Services
We use the following trusted third-party services:
- SAM.gov API: To fetch government opportunity data (you provide your own API key)
- Stripe: For premium subscription billing and payment processing
- SendGrid: For sending email notifications to premium users
- Gumroad: For processing Basic Plan license purchases
4.2 Data Sharing Limitations
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except:
- With your explicit consent
- As required by law or legal process
- With service providers who help us operate our business (under strict confidentiality agreements)
- In case of business transfer or acquisition (users will be notified)
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure storage with access controls and monitoring
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Chrome's built-in security features for local data storage
6. Your Privacy Rights
6.1 Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we have about you
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Opt out of non-essential communications
6.2 Chrome Extension Permissions
Our extension requires these permissions:
- Storage: To save your preferences and license information locally
- Notifications: To alert you about new opportunities
- Alarms: To schedule automated opportunity checks
- Host permissions: To access SAM.gov API and our license servers
7. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary:
- Local browser data: Until you uninstall the extension or clear browser data
- License information: For the duration of your license plus 1 year for support purposes
- Premium subscription data: For the duration of your subscription plus 3 years for legal/tax requirements
- Support communications: 2 years from last contact
8. International Users
Our services are hosted in the United States. If you're using our service from outside the US, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our service, you consent to this transfer.
9. 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 we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it immediately.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify users of material changes through the extension or via email for premium subscribers. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: privacy@samgovbidfinder.com
Support: support@samgovbidfinder.com
Website: https://samgovbidfinder.com
Response Time: We typically respond within 48 hours
12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to know what personal information we collect and how it's used
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt out of sale of personal information (we don't sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@samgovbidfinder.com.