Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Mind Map Minion ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password.
• Payment Information: When you subscribe to our Pro plan, payment is processed securely by Stripe. We do not store your credit card details.
• Mind Map Content: The topics and content you create in your mind maps.
• Communications: Any messages you send us via email or support channels.

Information Collected Automatically

When you use our services, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Information about how you use our service, including mind maps created, features used, and time spent.
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and pages viewed.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
• Monitor and analyze usage trends and preferences
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

3. AI Processing

Our service uses AI (powered by Anthropic's Claude) to generate mind maps from your topics. When you request a mind map:

• Your topic text is sent to our AI provider for processing
• Generated content is returned to you and stored in your account (for Pro users)
• We do not use your content to train AI models
• Our AI provider (Anthropic) processes data according to their privacy policy

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard practices:

• All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Passwords are hashed using bcrypt
• We use AWS infrastructure with appropriate security controls
• Two-factor authentication is available for additional account security

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Companies that provide services on our behalf (payment processing, hosting, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your mind maps
• Opt out of marketing communications

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we delete your data within 30 days, except where we need to retain it for legal or business purposes.

8. Cookies

We use essential cookies to maintain your session and preferences. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: [email protected]