Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to AlgoBuilder. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our web application for creating MetaTrader 5 Expert Advisors.

By using AlgoBuilder, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you sign in to AlgoBuilder using Google Authentication, we collect:

• Google Account Information: Your name, email address, and profile picture from your Google account
• Authentication Tokens: Secure tokens provided by Google to verify your identity

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use AlgoBuilder:

• Expert Advisor Data: The indicators, signals, and strategies you create using our builder
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
• Analytics Data: Page views, session duration, and interaction patterns (via Google Analytics)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our application (Google Analytics)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve AlgoBuilder's functionality
• Authentication: To verify your identity and manage your account
• Data Storage: To save your Expert Advisors and configurations in our database
• Communication: To send you service-related notifications and updates
• Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve user experience
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist us in operating our application (e.g., MongoDB for database hosting, Google for analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information

All third-party service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information and may only use it for the purposes we specify.

5. Data Storage and Security

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

• Database Security: Your data is stored in MongoDB with encryption at rest and in transit
• Authentication Security: We use Google OAuth 2.0 for secure authentication
• HTTPS Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using SSL/TLS
• Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your personal information

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Data Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw your consent to data processing at any time
• Object: Object to certain types of data processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain certain information for legal or regulatory purposes.

8. Third-Party Services

Our application integrates with the following third-party services:

8.1 Google Authentication

We use Google OAuth 2.0 for authentication. Please review Google's Privacy Policy to understand how they handle your data.

8.2 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8.3 MongoDB

We use MongoDB Atlas for database hosting. Your Expert Advisor configurations are stored securely in MongoDB's cloud infrastructure with encryption at rest and in transit.

9. Children's Privacy

AlgoBuilder is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.

We take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy when transferred internationally.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Cookie Consent

By clicking "Accept" on our cookie banner, you consent to our use of cookies and tracking technologies as described in this Privacy Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of AlgoBuilder.