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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 13, 2026

At BriefMarkets, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered prediction market intelligence platform (the "Service").

Our Privacy Commitment

  • We never sell your personal data to third parties
  • We use industry-standard encryption for data in transit and at rest
  • We only collect data necessary to provide and improve our Service
  • You can request deletion of your data at any time

1Information We Collect

We collect different types of information depending on how you interact with our Service:

Account Information

Information you provide when creating and managing your account:

  • Email address (required for account creation)
  • Full name (optional)
  • Password (stored encrypted using industry-standard hashing)
  • Profile preferences and settings

Payment Information

For Pro subscribers, payment information is collected and processed by Stripe:

  • Credit/debit card details (handled directly by Stripe)
  • Billing address
  • Subscription and transaction history

Note: BriefMarkets never stores your full credit card number. All payment processing is handled securely by Stripe.

Usage Data

Information automatically collected when you use the Service:

  • Markets you view, search for, and add to your watchlist
  • AI briefs you generate and view
  • Features and settings you interact with
  • Timestamps and duration of sessions

Technical Data

Standard technical information collected for security and optimization:

  • IP address and approximate geographic location (country/region)
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system and device type
  • Referral URLs and page navigation paths

2How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

To provide, maintain, and improve the BriefMarkets platform and features

Account Management

To manage user accounts, authentication, and subscription billing

Communication

To send important service updates, security alerts, and account notifications

Personalization

To personalize your experience and recommend relevant content

Analytics

To analyze usage patterns and optimize performance and features

Security

To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats

We do not use your information for advertising purposes or sell your data to advertisers or data brokers.

3Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption in Transit: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using TLS/HTTPS
  • Encryption at Rest: Data stored in our database is encrypted using AES-256 encryption
  • Access Controls: Strict role-based access controls limit who can access user data
  • Regular Audits: We conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
  • Secure Infrastructure: Our services are hosted on Vercel with enterprise-grade security

Your data is primarily stored using Supabase, a SOC 2 Type II compliant database provider, with data centers located in the United States.

4Third-Party Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers to operate our platform. Each provider has their own privacy practices:

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Supabase

Database storage, authentication, and real-time features

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Stripe

Secure payment processing and subscription management

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Vercel

Web hosting, deployment, and analytics

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Anthropic (Claude API)

AI-powered brief generation and market analysis

We require all third-party providers to handle your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws and industry best practices.

5Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your data only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party providers who assist in operating the Service (as described above)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Safety and Rights: To protect the safety, rights, or property of BriefMarkets, our users, or the public
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to affected users)
  • Consent: With your explicit consent for any other purpose

6Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access

Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")

Right to Data Portability

Request your data in a portable, machine-readable format

Right to Object

Object to processing of your data for certain purposes

Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@briefmarkets.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

Required

Necessary for authentication, session management, and core functionality. Cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

Optional

Help us understand how visitors interact with our platform using privacy-friendly analytics.

We do not use third-party advertising cookies or cross-site tracking. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy:

  • Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for 30 days after deletion
  • Usage Data: Retained for up to 24 months for analytics purposes
  • Transaction Data: Retained as required by financial regulations (typically 7 years)
  • AI Brief History: Retained for 90 days for caching and performance optimization

9Children's Privacy

BriefMarkets is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will promptly delete that information. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@briefmarkets.com.

10International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your data remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make material changes, we will notify you by email or through a prominent notice on our platform at least 30 days before the changes take effect. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@briefmarkets.com

Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.