Privacy Policy

SoloBuilder ("we," "us," or "our") operates solobuilder.ai. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our site or subscribe to our newsletter. By using solobuilder.ai, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only what's necessary to operate the site and newsletter:

• Email address — when you subscribe to SoloBuilder Weekly via our newsletter signup form. This is the only personally identifiable information we collect directly.
• Usage data — Vercel Analytics collects anonymized page view data, referrer, and basic device/browser information. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics.
• Cookies — We use only essential cookies required to operate the site and Vercel's anonymous analytics cookies. We do not use advertising cookies or tracking pixels.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Sending SoloBuilder Weekly — our free weekly newsletter about AI tools for solo founders.
• Improving site performance using aggregated, anonymized analytics.
• We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
• We do not use your email for targeted advertising.

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

• Beehiiv — our newsletter platform. Email addresses submitted via signup forms are stored and processed by Beehiiv. See Beehiiv's Privacy Policy.
• Vercel — our hosting provider and analytics service. Vercel may collect anonymized request metadata. See Vercel's Privacy Policy.
• Cloudflare — DNS and CDN provider. See Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.
• Google — we use Google Search Console (no user data collected) and previously used Google Fonts (now self-hosted; no Google requests made from your browser).

4. Cookies

We use minimal cookies: essential cookies for site functionality and Vercel's anonymous analytics cookies. These cookies do not identify you personally. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; the site will continue to function normally.

5. Data Retention

Your email address is stored in Beehiiv for as long as you remain subscribed to SoloBuilder Weekly. When you unsubscribe, Beehiiv removes your email from active sending lists in accordance with their retention policies.

6. Your Rights

• Unsubscribe — every newsletter includes an unsubscribe link. You can opt out at any time.
• Data deletion — email richard@solobuilder.ai to request deletion of your personal data.
• Data access — you may request a copy of personal data we hold about you.

7. California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete that information, and the right to opt out of its sale. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your rights, contact us at richard@solobuilder.ai.

8. Children's Privacy

SoloBuilder is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of solobuilder.ai after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email richard@solobuilder.ai.