Privacy Policy

Bluesky Post Tracker – Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Bluesky Post Tracker (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains our approach to data handling and user information.

2. Data Collection and Handling

2.1 Temporary Data Storage

  • No personal information is permanently stored
  • User credentials are temporarily held in Google’s secure UserProperties service
  • Data is used only for the duration of the Bluesky API authentication session
  • Credentials are immediately discarded after API interaction

2.2 What We Do Not Do

  • We do not maintain a persistent database of user information
  • No user data is transferred to external servers
  • Bluesky credentials are not saved or stored long-term
  • User information remains within the Google Sheets environment

3. User Credentials

3.1 Authentication Process

  • Bluesky username and password are used solely to:
    • Authenticate the Bluesky API
    • Retrieve posts based on user-defined keywords
  • Credentials are encrypted by Google’s security infrastructure
  • No human can access these credentials

3.2 Data Lifecycle

  • Credentials are deleted immediately after each API session
  • No tracking or logging of user authentication occurs
  • Each tracking session starts with fresh authentication

4. Data Collection Scope

4.1 Collected Information

  • Keywords for post tracking
  • Bluesky API interaction results
  • Temporary session data managed by Google

4.2 Data Processing

  • Posts are retrieved and displayed in the Google Sheet
  • No additional data is collected or stored
  • Search results are transient and not preserved

5. User Control

5.1 Data Management

  • Users can completely remove all data by:
    • Uninstalling the Google Sheets add-on
    • Clearing the Google Sheet
    • Removing saved properties

5.2 Transparency

  • No hidden data collection
  • No background data transmission
  • Complete user control over tracked information

6. Compliance

6.1 Security Standards

  • Leverages Google’s enterprise-grade security
  • Complies with Google Workspace add-on policies
  • Minimal data handling approach

6.2 User Consent

  • By using the service, users consent to the temporary data handling process
  • Full transparency about data usage

7. Contact Information

For any privacy-related questions or concerns:

  • Email: hello@techtoolsforgood.com
  • Website: https://techtoolsforgood.com

8. Changes to Privacy Policy

  • We may update this policy periodically
  • Users will be notified of significant changes
  • Continued use implies acceptance of updated terms

9. Disclaimer

Bluesky Post Tracker is an independent tool and is not officially affiliated with Bluesky. Users are responsible for compliance with Bluesky’s terms of service.

Note to Users: By using Bluesky Post Tracker, you acknowledge our commitment to minimal, secure, and transparent data handling.