Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

buklr ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you use our calendar scheduling service, including how we handle Google user data accessed through Google APIs.

By using buklr, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Name and email address
• Authentication credentials (stored securely and encrypted)
• Profile information you choose to provide

2.2 Google User Data

When you connect your Google Calendar account, we access the following Google user data through Google APIs:

• Calendar Events (Read-only): We access your calendar events to check for scheduling conflicts and prevent double bookings
• Calendar Events (Write): We create calendar events when meetings are scheduled through our platform
• User Profile Information: We access your email address and basic profile information (name) to identify your account

Google API Scopes Used:

• https://www.googleapis.com/auth/calendar.readonly - To read your calendar events
• https://www.googleapis.com/auth/calendar.events - To create and manage calendar events
• https://www.googleapis.com/auth/userinfo.email - To access your email address
• https://www.googleapis.com/auth/userinfo.profile - To access your basic profile information

2.3 Microsoft User Data

When you connect your Microsoft Outlook/Office 365 account, we access similar calendar and profile information as described above for Google accounts.

2.4 Usage Data

We collect information about how you use our service, including:

• Event types you create
• Bookings and meeting schedules
• Availability settings
• Integration connections and settings

2.5 Technical Data

We automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Usage patterns and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Service Provision

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our calendar scheduling service
• Check for scheduling conflicts in your connected calendars
• Create and manage calendar events when meetings are scheduled
• Send you notifications about bookings, reminders, and service updates
• Process payments and manage subscriptions

3.2 Google User Data Usage

We use Google user data exclusively for the following purposes:

• Conflict Detection: Reading your calendar events to identify available time slots and prevent double bookings
• Event Creation: Creating calendar events in your Google Calendar when meetings are scheduled through buklr
• Account Management: Using your email and profile information to identify and manage your buklr account

We do NOT:

• Use Google user data for advertising purposes
• Share Google user data with third parties except as necessary to provide our service (see Section 4)
• Use Google user data for any purpose other than providing our calendar scheduling service
• Transfer Google user data to other applications or services without your explicit consent

3.3 Service Improvement

We use aggregated and anonymized data to:

• Improve our service functionality and user experience
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Develop new features

4. How We Store Your Information

4.1 Data Storage

Your information is stored securely in our databases hosted on secure cloud infrastructure. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Secure storage of OAuth tokens with encryption
• Regular security audits and updates

4.2 OAuth Token Storage

When you connect your Google Calendar, we securely store OAuth access tokens and refresh tokens. These tokens are:

• Encrypted before storage
• Used only to access your calendar data as described in this policy
• Automatically refreshed when they expire
• Immediately deleted when you disconnect your calendar

4.3 Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. You can request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 7).

5. How We Share Your Information

5.1 Limited Sharing

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

• Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our service (e.g., cloud hosting, payment processing). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5.2 Google User Data Sharing

We do NOT share Google user data with third parties except:

• With service providers necessary to operate our service (e.g., cloud infrastructure providers), who are bound by strict confidentiality agreements
• As required by law or legal process
• With your explicit consent

We never share Google user data for advertising or marketing purposes.

6. Google Limited Use Requirements

buklr's use of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

Specifically, we:

• Only use Google user data to provide or improve user-facing features of our service
• Do not transfer Google user data to others except as necessary to provide our service or as required by law
• Do not use Google user data for serving advertisements
• Do not allow humans to read Google user data unless:
  • We have your affirmative agreement for specific messages
  • It is necessary for security purposes (e.g., investigating abuse)
  • It is required by law
  • We aggregate and anonymize the data

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information through your account settings
• Delete your account and all associated data
• Disconnect your calendar integrations at any time
• Export your data

7.2 Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and all associated data, including Google user data, by:

• Using the account deletion feature in your account settings
• Contacting us at support@buklr.com

Upon deletion, we will:

• Delete all your account information
• Revoke and delete all OAuth tokens
• Delete all calendar events created through our service (if you choose this option)
• Remove all stored Google user data from our systems

Note: Some information may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes (e.g., transaction records for accounting purposes) but will not be used for any other purpose.

7.3 Revoking Access

You can revoke buklr's access to your Google Calendar at any time by:

• Disconnecting the integration in your buklr account settings
• Visiting your Google Account permissions page and revoking access

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication state
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze service usage

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect some functionality of our service.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)
• Displaying a notice in our service

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact Us

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

• Email: support@buklr.com
• Website: https://buklr.com