# Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 9th, 2026

At Altar, privacy is a foundation, not an afterthought. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have when using Altar and its related services, including the Altar browser extension and web app.


1. Information We Collect

We collect only what is necessary to provide and improve Altar.

Information You Provide

* Account information such as email address and basic profile details
* Content you choose to save, upload, or create, including links, notes, images, and files
* Communications you send to us such as support requests or feedback

Information Collected Automatically

* Basic usage data such as feature interactions and extension activity
* Device and browser information including browser type and operating system
* Log data such as IP address and timestamps

We do not collect personal information unrelated to the core functionality of Altar.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

* Provide and maintain Altar
* Sync and organize your saved content
* Improve performance, reliability, and user experience
* Communicate important updates and support responses
* Protect the security and integrity of the platform

We do not sell your personal data.


3. Your Content and Ownership

You retain full ownership of the content you save in Altar.

Your content is private by default and accessible only to you unless you choose to share it. Altar does not review, publish, or distribute your content without your direction.

4. Data Storage and Security

We use industry standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and secure storage practices.

While no system can guarantee absolute security, we are committed to continuously improving our safeguards to protect your information.


5. Third Party Services

Altar may rely on trusted third party services to operate core infrastructure such as hosting, analytics, and customer support.

These providers are permitted to process data only as needed to perform services on our behalf and are subject to confidentiality and security obligations.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Altar uses cookies and similar technologies to:

* Keep you signed in
* Remember preferences
* Understand how the product is used

You can control cookie behavior through your browser settings.


7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

* Access your personal data
* Correct inaccurate information
* Request deletion of your data
* Export your data
* Withdraw consent where applicable

You can manage most of these directly within Altar or by contacting us.


8. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the service.

If you delete your account, your personal data and saved content will be deleted within a reasonable period, except where retention is required by law.


9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the date at the top of this page and notify you if the changes are significant.


10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at: team@altar.inc


Altar is built to help you think clearly, not to track you. We believe your ideas belong to you, and your privacy should always come first.