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Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 3, 2026

Your privacy matters to us. This Policy explains exactly what data we collect, why we need it, and how you can control it. We keep it plain — no legal fog.

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1. Overview

HeatSync (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the HeatSync water heater diagnostic platform. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and your rights with respect to it.

By using the Service you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.

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2. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

Information you provide

  • removeAccount registration details (name, email address, password hash)
  • removeJob records and notes you create in the Service
  • removeDevice or unit details you enter for diagnostic sessions
  • removeCommunications you send to our support team

Information collected automatically

  • removeLog data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps
  • removeDevice information: hardware model, operating system, screen resolution
  • removeUsage data: features accessed, diagnostic flows started or completed
  • removeSession identifiers and authentication tokens (stored securely)

Information from third parties

  • removeAuthentication data from OAuth providers if you use social sign-in (e.g., Google)
  • removeWe do not purchase or receive data from data brokers
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3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • removeProviding, operating, and improving the Service
  • removeAuthenticating your account and maintaining security
  • removeSaving and retrieving your job history and diagnostic results
  • removeSending transactional emails (e.g., password reset, account notices)
  • removeResponding to support requests
  • removeAnalyzing usage patterns to improve product quality and reliability
  • removeComplying with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information to serve third-party advertising.

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4. Information Sharing

We share your information only in the limited circumstances described below:

Service providers

  • removeHosting and infrastructure providers (servers, databases, CDN)
  • removeTransactional email providers (password reset, system notifications)
  • removeError monitoring and performance tools

Legal requirements

  • removeWe may disclose information when required by law or valid legal process (subpoena, court order).
  • removeWe may disclose information to protect the rights, property, or safety of HeatSync, our users, or the public.

Business transfers

  • removeIf HeatSync is acquired or merges with another company, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your data is subject to a materially different privacy policy.
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5. Cookies & Tracking

We use strictly necessary cookies and session tokens to keep you signed in and to protect your account. These are essential for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.

We do not use advertising cookies, cross-site tracking pixels, or third-party analytics that share your data with outside parties. We use self-hosted analytics solely to understand aggregate usage patterns.

You can clear cookies through your browser settings, but doing so will sign you out of the Service.

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6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:

  • removeEncryption of data in transit using TLS 1.2 or higher
  • removeEncryption of sensitive data at rest
  • removePassword hashing with bcrypt
  • removeShort-lived access tokens with secure refresh-token rotation
  • removeInfrastructure access limited to authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis

No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

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7. Data Retention

We retain your account information and job records for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Service.

If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements.

Anonymized, aggregated data (e.g., diagnostic-flow completion rates) may be retained indefinitely as it cannot reasonably be used to identify you.

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8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal information:

  • removeAccess: request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • removeCorrection: request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • removeDeletion: request that we delete your personal information (“right to be forgotten”).
  • removePortability: request an export of your data in a machine-readable format.
  • removeRestriction: request that we restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances.
  • removeObjection: object to processing based on our legitimate interests.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@heatsync.app. We will respond within 30 days. We may ask you to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.

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9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will promptly delete that information.

If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@heatsync.app.

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11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, by sending a notice to your account email address.

Your continued use of the Service after any change constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

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12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

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