Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 8, 2025
Last Updated: May 7, 2026
Version: 1.3
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how LinApBot ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our Chrome extension and related services. By using our service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
LinApBot is B2C subscription software for individual users. You review and confirm each submission before it is sent. LinApBot is not a job board, resume or CV builder, recruiting platform, or employer service.
Important Notice: This service is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any third-party professional networking platform operator. We are an independent software provider that helps individual users manage a personal workflow through your browser session.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Account and Profile Data
Contact Information: Your email address and phone number for account communication.
Profile Data: Professional profile information you provide, including name, occupation, and workflow preferences.
Profile Documents: Content from uploaded PDF files you provide to prepare draft responses.
2.2 Workflow Activity
Workflow History: Records of items you reviewed, prepared, or confirmed, including status and timestamps.
Extension Configuration: Your preferences, filters, and settings.
2.3 Technical Data
Usage Analytics: Information about how you use the extension (for service improvement).
Error Logs: Technical information for debugging and support.
Local Session Data: Authentication data required to use supported platforms may be stored locally on your device. This data is not transmitted to our servers.
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Primary Service Functions
Workflow Assistance: Helping you organize drafts and prepare forms for your review and confirmation.
Match Suggestions: Surfacing items that match your configured preferences on supported platforms.
Account Management: Managing your subscription and service access.
3.2 Service Improvement
Analytics: Analyzing usage patterns to improve our service.
Bug Fixes: Using error logs to identify and resolve technical issues.
Feature Development: Understanding user needs to develop new features.
3.3 Communication
Service Updates: Notifying you about important service changes.
Support: Responding to your questions and providing technical support.
Legal Compliance: Complying with legal obligations and responding to legal requests.
4. Data Storage and Security
4.1 Storage Locations
AWS DynamoDB: User configurations and profile data stored in the United States.
AWS S3: Profile documents and workflow data stored in the United States.
Local Storage: Some data cached locally in your browser extension.
User's Computer: Session-related data needed for platform access remains on your local device and is not transmitted to our servers.
4.2 Security Measures
Encryption: All data transmitted and stored using industry-standard encryption (AES-256).
Access Controls: Strict access controls limiting who can access your data.
Data Minimization: We only collect data necessary for service functionality.
5. Data Sharing and Third Parties
5.1 Service Providers
We may share data with trusted service providers who help us host and maintain our infrastructure (AWS), process payments (Stripe, Paddle), provide customer support, and analyze service usage.
All service providers are bound by data processing agreements and confidentiality obligations.
5.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your data when required by law or to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights and safety, and respond to valid legal requests.
6. Your Rights and Choices
6.1 Access and Control
Access: Request a copy of your personal data via email to contact@jj-op.link
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data through our support channels.
Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements) via account settings or email.
Portability: Request your data in a portable format (JSON/CSV) via email.
6.2 Consent Management
Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing at any time through account settings.
Account Deletion: You can request complete account deletion through the extension interface or by email.
6.3 Data Retention
Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active.
Inactive Accounts: Data will be deleted after 12 months of inactivity.
Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained for up to 7 years to comply with legal obligations.
7. Cookies and Tracking
7.1 Extension Storage
We use browser storage to cache your preferences and settings, store temporary session data, and improve extension performance. Platform session data used for authentication remains on your local device.
7.2 Service Continuity Cookie
We set a first-party Service Continuity cookie (linap_onboard) on the marketing website to facilitate onboarding between the website and the Chrome extension. This cookie:
- Is a random UUID (no personal information embedded)
- Does not track you across third-party sites
- Is not combined with your profile data
- Is stored for up to 12 months unless you clear cookies earlier
8. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by local law.
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification at least 30 days in advance and update the "Last Updated" date.
11. Contact Information
Email: contact@jj-op.link
Website: https://linapbot.com
Physical Address: 1460 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA
Business Name: Alek Smirnov
12. Third-Party Platform Compliance
You are responsible for ensuring your use of LinApBot complies with the terms and policies of any third-party platforms you interact with. LinApBot is not affiliated with any third-party platform operator.
13. Chrome Web Store Policies
Our extension complies with Chrome Web Store policies. We do not collect data beyond what is necessary for functionality. All data collection is disclosed in this privacy policy.
Important Notice: By using our service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal data as described herein.