DesignCheck

Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 15, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to DesignCheck ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our visual design review service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: When you sign up via GitHub OAuth, we collect your GitHub username, email address, and profile picture.
  • Repository Data: Information about repositories where you've installed the DesignCheck GitHub App.
  • Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through Stripe (we never store your credit card information).
  • Communication Data: Any correspondence, feedback, or support requests you send us.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage Data: How you interact with our service, including pages visited, features used, and time spent.
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.
  • Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to remember your preferences and improve your experience.

2.3 Screenshot Data

  • Screenshots captured of your application during design reviews.
  • Annotations and comments added to screenshots.
  • Review status and approval history.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain our service
  • Process your transactions and manage your account
  • Send you service-related notifications and updates
  • Respond to your support requests and communications
  • Improve and optimize our service based on usage patterns
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption: All data transmitted to and from our service uses TLS/SSL encryption.
  • Database Security: Your data is stored in secure, encrypted databases (Turso/LibSQL).
  • Access Controls: Strict access controls ensure only authorized personnel can access your data.
  • Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. You use our service at your own risk.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Active Accounts: Data is retained while your account is active.
  • Deleted Accounts: Account data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion.
  • Screenshots: Stored for the duration of your subscription, deleted upon account termination.
  • Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

6.1 Service Providers

  • GitHub: For authentication and repository access.
  • Stripe: For payment processing.
  • Cloud Infrastructure: For hosting and data storage (Cloudflare R2, Turso).

6.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes or government requests
  • Enforce our Terms of Service
  • Protect the rights, property, or safety of DesignCheck, our users, or the public
  • Prevent fraud or security issues

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data.
  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications.
  • Object: Object to certain data processing activities.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our service
  • Improve performance and user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features of our service.

9. Third-Party Links

Our service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: