Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 24, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how SEO ChatGPT ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") collects, uses, processes, and protects information when you access our Application ("Application" or "Service").

Key Principle:

This Application does not require user registration or account creation. We do not collect personal information. We collect only limited technical data necessary to operate the Service.

By using the Application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to our data practices as described herein.

If you do not agree with this Policy, you should immediately cease using the Application.

2. Scope and Applicability

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • All web-based versions of the Application
  • All ChatGPT integrations of the Application
  • All associated services, features, and functionality
  • All devices and browsers accessing the Application

Out of Scope: This Policy does not apply to third-party websites, applications, or services linked from our Application. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties, including OpenAI and ChatGPT.

3. Information We Do NOT Collect

This Application does not collect personal information, including:

  • Names or email addresses
  • Phone numbers or postal addresses
  • Date of birth or age
  • Payment or financial information
  • Social Security numbers or identification documents
  • Health, genetic, or biometric information
  • SEO keyword data or search queries
  • Website URLs or domain information you analyze
  • Photographs, video, or audio recordings
  • User accounts or login credentials
  • Employment or education information
  • Race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation
  • Precise geolocation data (GPS coordinates)

Important: If personal information is accidentally collected due to technical error, it will be immediately deleted and not used for any purpose.

4. Technical Data We Collect

We collect limited technical data to operate the Application and provide improved service. This data does not identify you as an individual.

Information automatically collected includes:

  • IP Address - for service operation, security, regional service delivery (anonymized after 24 months)
  • Device Type - to optimize user interface and functionality
  • Operating System - to ensure compatibility and performance
  • Browser Type and Version - to debug issues and optimize compatibility
  • Pages/Features Accessed - to understand which features are most useful
  • Time and Date - to analyze usage patterns and peak times
  • Duration of Session - to monitor session length and engagement
  • General Location - country/region level only for regional services
  • Referring URL - to understand how users find the Application
  • Error Logs - to debug and fix technical issues
  • Anonymous Usage Patterns - to improve user experience

5. Data Storage and ChatGPT Integration

ChatGPT Integration: The Application runs inside ChatGPT, a third-party service operated by OpenAI. All conversations, keyword research, and SEO analysis happen within ChatGPT.

Important: We do not store your keyword data, SERP analysis, competitor research, or any content from your ChatGPT conversations. Your data stays in your ChatGPT account and is subject to OpenAI's privacy policy.

For information about how OpenAI handles your data within ChatGPT, please review OpenAI's Privacy Policy at openai.com/privacy.

6. Local Storage on Your Device

The Application may store information locally on your device using browser storage technologies, including:

  • Application settings and preferences you configure
  • Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
  • Session identifiers for functionality
  • Cached content for faster loading
  • Your language preferences

Important: All data stored locally on your device:

  • Is not transmitted to our servers
  • Remains entirely under your control
  • Can be deleted by clearing your browser cache, cookies, or local storage
  • Is not accessible to us after you close the Application

7. How We Use Technical Data

We use Technical Data to:

  • Maintain service operation and ensure the Application functions correctly
  • Diagnose technical issues and resolve problems or crashes
  • Monitor system performance and track load times
  • Prevent fraud and abuse by detecting malicious activity
  • Enhance security and protect against threats
  • Improve user experience based on usage patterns
  • Analyze which features are most useful to users
  • Optimize performance and reduce errors
  • Comply with legal requirements and regulations

We do NOT use Technical Data for:

  • Creating individual user profiles or tracking specific users
  • Sending personalized marketing communications or advertisements
  • Tracking you across different websites or building browsing histories
  • Making automated decisions that legally or significantly affect you
  • Selling, renting, or trading your data to third parties
  • Behavioral advertising or retargeting campaigns

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use essential cookies for basic functionality and analytics cookies to understand usage patterns.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the Application to function (session IDs, security tokens)
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Application
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings (theme, language)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect Application functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete cookies already stored on your device.

9. Data Retention and Deletion

Technical data retention periods:

  • IP Addresses: Up to 24 months, then anonymized beyond recognition
  • Device/Browser Information: Up to 24 months
  • Usage Logs: Up to 24 months
  • Error/Crash Logs: Up to 6 months
  • Session IDs/Cookies: Session-based or up to 24 months
  • Analytics Data (Aggregated): Up to 36 months

After retention periods expire, data is permanently deleted or anonymized beyond recognition. We do not retain data longer than necessary for operational purposes.

10. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do NOT sell, rent, or share Technical Data with third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share Technical Data only in limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help operate the Application (hosting, analytics, security). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our legal rights
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, data may be transferred to the acquiring entity
  • Security Purposes: To investigate fraud, security incidents, or violations of our Terms of Service

11. Security Measures

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect Technical Data:

  • HTTPS/TLS encryption for all data transmission
  • Encrypted storage of Technical Data
  • Restricted access to storage systems and databases
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Incident response procedures for data breaches
  • Compliance with industry security standards and best practices
  • Employee training on data protection and privacy

Important: No security system is completely impenetrable. While we strive to protect your device and data, we cannot guarantee absolute security against all cyber threats. You acknowledge and accept this risk when using the Application.

12. Children and Minors

This Application is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

Children should not use the Application without parental supervision and consent. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar international regulations.

If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will immediately delete it and take steps to prevent future collection.

13. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under GDPR (European Union), CCPA (California), or other privacy regulations:

  • Right to Access: Request what Technical Data we hold about you
  • Right to Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten")
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to Object: Object to certain types of data processing
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices (CCPA)
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

Important Limitation: Because we don't maintain user accounts or collect personal information, we cannot identify and delete data specific to individual users. You can delete local data by clearing your browser cache and cookies.

14. International Data Transfers

Technical Data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your jurisdiction.

When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission or other relevant authorities.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons.

Material changes will be communicated by posting the updated Policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

16. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@seochatgpt.com

Response Time: We aim to respond within 5-7 business days for general inquiries and within 30 days for data subject requests (as required by GDPR).

17. Acknowledgment

By using the Application, you acknowledge:

  • You have read and understood this Privacy Policy
  • You understand we collect only Technical Data, not personal information
  • You consent to data collection and use as described in this Policy
  • You understand local storage and its implications
  • You understand your data in ChatGPT is governed by OpenAI's policies
  • You understand no personal information is collected or stored by us
  • You are at least 13 years of age (or have parental consent if a minor)