Security & Transparency

Privacy Policy

At Findeck, we view privacy as a fundamental feature, not a legal hurdle. This policy outlines our commitment to protecting your financial research data.

VERSION: 1.1.0 BETAUPDATED: JAN 16, 2026

Privacy Manifesto

We believe in radical transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your data. This Privacy Policy explains our practices in clear language, without legal jargon wherever possible.

Minimal Data Collection

Only what is absolutely necessary.

No Data Commercialization

We will never sell your data.

User Control

You own your data and can delete it.

Security First

Industry-leading protection measures.

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Our Identity

Findeck ("we," "us," or "our") is a financial analytics research platform based in India. We operate in accordance with Indian data protection laws.

Data Controller

contact@thefindeck.com

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Data Acquisition

2. Information Collection

We practice data minimalism – collecting only what's essential to provide you with high-fidelity financial analysis.

Data Classification Matrix

Data Type	Usage / Purpose	Storage	Retention
Identity	Auth & Communication	Encrypted Cloud	Until Deletion
Usage	Platform Optimization	Anonymized Analytics	12 Months
Assets	AI Pattern Recognition	Ephemeral Processing	Immediate Deletion
Device	Security & Logs	Encrypted Server	90 Days

Directly Provided

• Email & Username
• Ticker searches & queries
• Profile preferences

Automatically Collected

• IP Address & approximate location
• Browser type & technical device telemetry
• Page visit metrics & interaction flow

What We Do NOT Collect

We explicitly do NOT collect payment card details, Social Security/Gov IDs, Bank/Brokerage credentials, or precise GPS location.

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Data Ethics

3. How We Use Your Information

Platform Excellence

Improving AI accuracy based on aggregated usage patterns.

Security & Auth

Preventing fraud and managing your secure access.

Communication

Responding to support requests and service updates.

Our "Never" Commitments:

✗ NEVER sell data to advertisers

✗ NEVER share research history

✗ NEVER trade email addresses

✗ NEVER use data for public AI training

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Vision Processing

4. AI & Image Privacy

When you upload stock charts or technical patterns, we follow strict privacy protocols:

Images are transmitted via TLS 1.3 encrypted connections

Processed real-time; never stored permanently

Metadata is automatically stripped (EXIF/GPS)

User Responsibility

Please DO NOT upload images containining bank details, ID numbers, or personal credentials. If accidentally uploaded, contact us for immediate deletion.

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Infrastructure

5. Data Storage & Security

We implement industry-leading encryption and infrastructure controls.

AES-256 Encryption for data at rest

TLS 1.3 Encryption for all transit

SOC 2 TYPE II Compliant Data Centers

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User Empowerment

7. Your Privacy Rights

Access & Portability

Request a copy of your personal data in machine-readable format.

Correction & Update

Instantly update your credentials or profile info.

Deletion & Erasure

The "Right to be Forgotten" – complete data wipe on request.

8. Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do NOT use third-party advertising cookies or cross-site tracking pixels.

9. Children's Privacy

Findeck is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. International Storage

Based in India. Your data may be processed in countries where our cloud providers operate under strict security contracts.

11. Changes to Policy

Policy updates will be posted here with version revision and email notifications for material changes.

Exercise Your Rights

For data requests, privacy inquiries, or to request a permanent data wipe, contact our Privacy Officer.