Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 30, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Bookmarks Manager ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services at bookmarks-manager.online.

By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account with us, we collect:

  • Email Address: Used for account creation and authentication via email/password or Google OAuth

Note: We support two sign-in methods: email/password and Google OAuth ("Sign in with Google"). We do not store your Google account credentials - authentication is handled entirely by Firebase Authentication.

Bookmarks Data

We store the following information about your bookmarks:

  • Bookmark URLs and titles
  • Categories you assign
  • Notes and descriptions you add
  • Creation timestamps
  • Pinned status and organisational preferences

Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, features used
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
  • Cookies: We use cookies for authentication and session management

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our bookmark management service
  • Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users via email/password or Google OAuth, and enable features
  • Data Synchronisation: To sync your bookmarks across devices and sessions
  • Security: To protect against unauthorised access, fraud, and abuse
  • Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve user experience
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

Data Storage and Security

Storage Infrastructure

We use Firebase (Google Firebase / Firestore), a secure Backend-as-a-Service platform by Google, to store and manage your data. Your information is stored on secure servers with industry-standard security measures.

Security Measures

  • End-to-end encryption for data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Authentication via Firebase Authentication (email/password and Google OAuth)
  • Firestore security rules ensuring users can only access their own data
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms

Data Retention

We retain your personal information and bookmarks data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, all of your bookmarks and personal data are permanently deleted from our servers.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We use Firebase / Google Cloud to host our backend infrastructure. They have access to data only to perform services on our behalf and are obligated to protect it
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or legal process
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred (you will be notified)
  • Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, safety, or that of our users

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Export: Request an export of your bookmarks data in a portable format
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications (if any)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@bookmarks-manager.online

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Authentication: To keep you logged in across sessions
  • Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
  • Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity
  • Analytics: To understand how users interact with our service

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of our service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

Email: support@bookmarks-manager.online

Website: bookmarks-manager.online

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