Open Navigator ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:
Account Information: Email address, name, and profile information
OAuth Provider Data: When you log in via Google, Facebook, GitHub, or HuggingFace, we receive your public profile information and email address
User Preferences: Settings and preferences you configure within the application
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and interactions with the platform
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
Cookies: We use essential cookies for authentication and session management
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
Provide, maintain, and improve our services
Authenticate your account and maintain security
Personalize your experience on the platform
Send important updates about the service
Analyze usage patterns to improve functionality
Comply with legal obligations
3. Third-Party Authentication
OAuth Providers: We support login via Google, Facebook, GitHub, and HuggingFace. When you use these services:
We only request access to your email address and basic profile information
We do not store your social media passwords
We do not post to your social media accounts
You can revoke our access at any time through your provider's settings
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS
Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your data
Secure Authentication: JWT tokens with secure secret keys
Regular Updates: We keep our systems updated with security patches
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate (e.g., hosting providers)
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
6. Public Data Sources
Our platform aggregates publicly available information from:
City council meeting minutes and transcripts
Government public records and budgets
Nonprofit organization databases (IRS Form 990 data)
Legislative information from state and local governments
This public information is not considered personal data and is used to provide civic engagement insights.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You 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 information
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data
Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email address provided below.
8. 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 you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
Provide our services to you
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where required to retain it by law.
10. 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.
11. Changes to This Privacy 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
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending you an email notification (for material changes)
Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: