Privacy
    Policy.

    General Information

    IdeaJudge Inc. ("IdeaJudge," "we," "us," or "our") provides AI-driven patent monitoring services, including Innovation Scout and Competitor Analyst (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you visit ideajudge.ai or use our Services globally. By accessing or using the Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

    1. The Information We Collect

    1.1 Information You Provide We may collect the following information when you register, subscribe, or contact us:

    • Name
    • Business email address
    • Company name
    • Website URL (for product focus mapping)
    • Billing details (processed by Stripe)
    • Communications and support inquiries

    We do not store full payment card numbers.

    1.2 Automatically Collected Information When you use our website, we may collect:

    • IP address
    • Browser type and version
    • Device type
    • Operating system
    • Pages visited
    • Referring URLs
    • Date and time of access
    • Interaction data

    This information is collected through cookies and analytics tools.

    1.3 Product Focus Mapping Data When you provide your website URL, our systems analyze publicly accessible website content to extract product focus signals used to generate relevant monitoring briefings. We do not access private, password-protected, or restricted areas of your website.

    2. How We Use Your Information

    We use personal information to:

    • Provide and operate the Services
    • Map product focus automatically
    • Generate and deliver alerts and decision briefings
    • Process subscription payments
    • Improve product performance and algorithms
    • Provide customer support
    • Maintain security and prevent fraud
    • Comply with legal obligations

    We do not sell personal information.

    3. Legal Basis for Processing (EU & UK Users)

    If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, we process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

    • Performance of a contract (to provide the Services)
    • Legitimate interests (service improvement, fraud prevention, security)
    • Legal compliance
    • Consent (where required by law)

    You may request further information about the legal basis applicable to your data. Requests may be submitted to: [email protected].

    4. South Africa (POPIA)

    If you are located in South Africa, personal information is processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). You have the right to:

    • Access your personal information
    • Request correction or deletion
    • Object to processing
    • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa

    Requests may be submitted to: [email protected].

    5. United States (Including California)

    We comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA). For California residents, you have the right to:

    • Know what personal information we collect
    • Request deletion of personal information
    • Correct inaccurate personal information
    • Opt out of sale (we do not sell personal information)

    Requests may be submitted to: [email protected].

    6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

    We use cookies and similar technologies for:

    • Authentication
    • Session management
    • Analytics
    • Security
    • Website performance

    Where required by law (e.g., EU/UK), non-essential cookies are activated only after you provide consent. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

    7. Service Providers & Sub-Processors

    We use trusted third-party service providers to operate our Services, including:

    • Hosting providers (U.S.-based infrastructure)
    • Stripe (payment processing)
    • Analytics providers
    • OpenAI (AI processing for generating monitoring briefings)

    These providers process data on our behalf under contractual data protection safeguards.

    8. AI Processing Disclosure

    We use artificial intelligence service providers, including OpenAI, to analyze publicly available website content and generate monitoring briefings. Information shared with AI providers is limited to what is necessary to deliver the Services and is subject to contractual data protection safeguards. We do not use your data to sell, trade, or profile individuals for advertising purposes.

    9. International Data Transfers

    IdeaJudge operates globally. Personal information may be processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. Where required by applicable law, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards for cross-border transfers.

    10. Data Retention

    We retain personal information:

    • For the duration of your subscription
    • As necessary to comply with legal obligations
    • For fraud prevention and dispute resolution

    Following account termination, data may be retained where required by law or legitimate business needs.

    11. Data Security

    We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

    12. Your Rights (Global Summary)

    Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

    • Access your personal data
    • Correct inaccurate data
    • Request deletion
    • Restrict processing
    • Object to processing
    • Withdraw consent
    • Data portability

    To exercise your rights, contact: [email protected]. We will respond in accordance with applicable law.

    13. Children

    The Services are intended for business users and are not directed to individuals under 18.

    14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of updates.

    15. Contact Information

    For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: IdeaJudge Inc. 2035 Sunset Lake Road, Suite B-2, Newark, New Castle, Delaware, 19702, USA. Email: [email protected].