TopoMiller ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our web application.
π Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: When you sign up, we collect your email address, name, and profile information from your chosen authentication provider (Google or Facebook).
- Project Data: Geographic coordinates, region boundaries, and STL export settings for your topography projects.
- Feedback: Any feedback, questions, or comments you submit through our feedback system.
Information Automatically Collected
- Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the application.
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type.
- Log Data: IP address, access times, error logs for troubleshooting.
π― How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- β’ Provide, maintain, and improve TopoMiller's services
- β’ Create and manage your user account
- β’ Process and deliver STL file exports
- β’ Send important service announcements and updates
- β’ Respond to your questions, feedback, and support requests
- β’ Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
- β’ Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or security threats
- β’ Enforce our Terms of Service and protect user safety
π Data Storage and Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- β’ All data is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS
- β’ User data is stored securely with Supabase (PostgreSQL database)
- β’ Authentication tokens are encrypted and stored securely
- β’ Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel only
- β’ Regular security audits and updates are performed
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
π Business Transfers
In the event of a business transition, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction:
- β’ Merger or Acquisition: If TopoMiller merges with or is acquired by another company, your personal data may be transferred to the new entity.
- β’ Asset Sale: If we sell or transfer all or part of our business assets, user information may be included in the transferred assets.
- β’ Restructuring: During business restructuring, reorganization, or similar events, user data may be transferred to successor entities.
- β’ Partnership Arrangements: We may enter into partnerships, profit-sharing arrangements, or collaborative ventures that involve sharing user data with trusted partners.
Your Rights During Transfer: In the event of such a transfer, we will notify you via email and/or prominent notice on our website. The acquiring entity will be bound by the same privacy commitments outlined in this policy unless you consent to a new privacy policy. You will have the option to delete your account before any transfer occurs.
π€ Third-Party Services
TopoMiller uses the following third-party services that may collect information:
Infrastructure & Data Services
- β’ Supabase: Database and authentication hosting
- β’ Vercel: Frontend hosting and CDN
- β’ Railway: Backend API and processing
Mapping & Elevation Data
- β’ Google Maps API: Map visualization and location search
- β’ USGS: Public elevation data (no personal data collected)
- β’ AWS Terrain Tiles: Public terrain data (no personal data collected)
- β’ OpenTopography: Global elevation data (anonymous requests)
π§ Email Communications
We may send you emails for:
- β’ Account verification and password resets
- β’ STL export completion notifications
- β’ Important service updates or security alerts
- β’ Response to your support inquiries
We do not send marketing emails or share your email with third parties for marketing purposes.
πͺ Cookies and Tracking
TopoMiller uses cookies and similar technologies for:
- β’ Authentication: Maintaining your logged-in session
- β’ Preferences: Remembering your settings and preferences
- β’ Analytics: Understanding how users interact with our service
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.
π€ Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- β’ Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- β’ Correction: Update or correct your information
- β’ Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- β’ Export: Download your project data in a portable format
- β’ Opt-out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
ποΈ How to Delete Your Account and Data
You have the right to permanently delete your TopoMiller account and all associated personal data at any time.
Account Deletion Process
To request account deletion, please email us at:
What Gets Deleted
When you request account deletion, we will permanently delete:
- β’ Your account credentials and authentication tokens
- β’ Personal information (name, email, profile data)
- β’ All saved projects and export history
- β’ Usage data and preferences
Timeline
- β’ We will respond to your request within 48 hours
- β’ Account deletion will be completed within 30 days
- β’ You will receive email confirmation when deletion is complete
Note: Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure to download any STL files you want to keep before requesting deletion.
πΆ Children's Privacy
TopoMiller is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
π Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as:
- β’ Your account remains active
- β’ Required to provide our services
- β’ Necessary to comply with legal obligations
- β’ Required to resolve disputes or enforce agreements
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
π International Users
TopoMiller is operated from the United States. If you access our service from outside the US, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using TopoMiller, you consent to this transfer.
π Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
π¬ Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: