Privacy Policy

How we protect and handle your data when using our Google Search Console Integration Service

Last Updated: October 2024

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Authentication Data

  • Google OAuth2 access tokens and refresh tokens
  • Google account email address (for service identification)
  • Permission levels granted by Google APIs

1.2 Service Data

  • Website domains being managed
  • Google Search Console verification status
  • Sitemap submission status
  • API usage logs for troubleshooting

1.3 Technical Data

  • IP addresses for security monitoring
  • User agent information for compatibility
  • API request timestamps and response codes

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Service Provision

  • Connect to Google Search Console APIs on your behalf
  • Manage site verification processes
  • Submit and monitor sitemaps
  • Provide real-time status updates

2.2 Communication

  • Send service status notifications
  • Provide setup progress updates
  • Deliver service-related announcements

2.3 Improvement

  • Analyze aggregated usage patterns
  • Enhance service functionality
  • Develop new features

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Storage Locations

  • Token files: Encrypted storage on secure servers
  • Configuration data: Isolated per-domain storage
  • Log files: Temporary storage with automatic rotation

3.2 Security Measures

  • OAuth2 token encryption at rest
  • HTTPS encryption for all data transmissions
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication protocols

3.3 Data Retention

  • Google tokens: Until user disconnects service
  • Configuration data: 30 days after service disconnect
  • Log files: 7 days for operational purposes

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Google APIs

We interact with:

  • Google Search Console API
  • Google OAuth2 API
  • Google User Info API

4.2 Data Sharing

We do not:

  • Sell your data to third parties
  • Use your data for advertising purposes
  • Share your data without your explicit consent

5. Your Rights and Controls

5.1 Access and Control

  • View your connected services
  • Disconnect from Google Search Console
  • Delete your configuration data
  • Export your service settings

5.2 Privacy Choices

  • Opt-out of non-essential communications
  • Request data deletion
  • Limit data collection

6. Changes to This Policy

We will notify users of material changes via:

  • Service dashboard notifications
  • Email announcements
  • Updated policy publication

7. Contact Information

For privacy concerns:

  • Email: privacy@qartwil.com
  • Address: Qartwil Privacy Team, Lagos, Nigeria