Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Trinova Capital Pty Ltd ("we," "us," or "our"), operating APIVibeCode, collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our API to code conversion tool (the "Service"). By using our Service, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Company Information:

Name: Trinova Capital Pty Ltd
Location: South Africa
Contact Email: privacy@apivibecode.com
Support Email: help@apivibecode.com

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following types of personal information:

Account Information: Email address, name, and account credentials
Payment Information: Payment details processed through our third-party payment processor (Paystack)
Wallet Information: Transaction history, wallet balance, and credit usage
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system
Usage Data: Information about how you use our Service, including API collections uploaded, frameworks selected, and conversion history

2.2 Identification and Tracking Information

To enforce our free tier limits (1 free conversion per month) and prevent abuse, we collect:

Browser Fingerprint: A unique identifier generated using FingerprintJS based on your browser characteristics including canvas rendering, WebGL, audio context, installed fonts, screen resolution, and other technical signals
IP Address: Your IP address is recorded and associated with your usage
Device Fingerprint Components: User agent, language preferences, platform, screen resolution, timezone, and other device characteristics
Session Tracking: Persistent identifiers stored in localStorage and cookies to track usage across sessions
Usage Patterns: Frequency, timing, and patterns of conversions to detect abuse

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

Analytics data through Google Analytics (including page views, session duration, and user interactions)
Log data (access times, pages viewed, IP addresses)
Cookie information (see Section 7)
Browser fingerprint data for usage tracking and abuse prevention

2.4 User-Provided Content

API collections and specifications you upload for conversion
Generated code and conversion results
Custom settings and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery

To provide and maintain the API to code conversion Service
To process your conversions and generate code
To manage your wallet balance and process transactions
To send service-related notifications and updates

3.2 Free Tier Enforcement and Abuse Prevention

To enforce our one (1) free conversion per month policy
To identify and prevent users from circumventing free tier limits
To detect multiple account creation, fingerprint manipulation, VPN/proxy usage, or other abuse
To maintain system integrity and fair usage for all users

3.3 Service Improvement

To analyze usage patterns and improve our Service
To develop new features and functionality
To troubleshoot technical issues
To conduct research and analytics

3.4 Communication

To respond to your inquiries and support requests
To send important updates about the Service
To notify you about changes to our policies
To send promotional materials (with your consent, where required)

3.5 Legal and Security

To comply with legal obligations
To protect against fraud and abuse
To enforce our Terms of Use
To protect our rights and property

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 We Do NOT Sell Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our Service:

Paystack: Payment processing (subject to Paystack's privacy policy)
Google Analytics: Usage analytics and website performance monitoring
Hosting Providers: Server infrastructure and data storage
Support Services: Customer service and technical support tools

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it for the purposes we specify.

4.3 Legal Requirements

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

Comply with legal processes or government requests
Enforce our Terms of Use
Protect the rights, property, or safety of Trinova Capital, our users, or others
Prevent fraud or security threats

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change via email or prominent notice on our website.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Specifically:

Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for 2 years after account closure
Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years for accounting and legal compliance
Usage Data: Retained for up to 2 years for analytics purposes
Uploaded API Collections: Temporarily stored during conversion and deleted within 30 days unless saved to your account

You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting privacy@apivibecode.com.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
Secure authentication mechanisms
Regular security audits and updates
Access controls and authentication requirements
Secure data storage with reputable providers

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

Maintain your session and authentication
Remember your preferences
Analyze usage patterns through Google Analytics
Improve website performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Service.

Cookie Types:

Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function
Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how users interact with our Service
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices

8. Your Rights and Choices

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

8.1 Access and Portability

Request a copy of your personal information
Download your data in a structured, commonly used format

8.2 Correction and Updates

Update or correct inaccurate information
Complete incomplete information

8.3 Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)

8.4 Objection and Restriction

Object to processing of your information
Restrict how we use your information

8.5 Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent for processing based on consent (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@apivibecode.com.

9. International Data Transfers

Our Service is intended for a global audience. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including South Africa and countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

Standard contractual clauses
Compliance with applicable data protection regulations
Security measures to protect your information

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at privacy@apivibecode.com, and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

Posting the updated policy on our website
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Privacy Inquiries:
Email: privacy@apivibecode.com

General Support:
Email: help@apivibecode.com

Mailing Address:
Trinova Capital Pty Ltd
South Africa

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

14. Jurisdiction-Specific Rights

14.1 GDPR (European Economic Area)

If you are located in the EEA, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Right to data portability
Right to object to automated decision-making

14.2 CCPA (California)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including:

Right to know what information we collect
Right to request deletion
Right to opt-out of sale (we do not sell your information)

14.3 POPIA (South Africa)

As a South African company, we comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct or delete your information
Object to processing
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

Acknowledgment

By using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.