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Privacy Policy

November 28, 2025
We never sell your data
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Our commitment

Introduction

BuildMyFolio ("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 portfolio creation platform.

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By using BuildMyFolio, you agree

Using our platform means you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. We believe in full transparency about what we collect, why, and how we use it.

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Data we collect

Information We Collect

2.1 — Information You Provide Directly
TypeDetails
Account InfoName, email address, username, and authentication data. We do not store third-party passwords — third-party logins use secure authorization tokens.
Profile InfoBio, profile picture, resume, contact details, social media links
Portfolio ContentProjects, skills, education, experience, testimonials, images, and other uploaded content
Payment InfoPayments handled entirely by Razorpay. We do not store card or banking details.
2.2 — Automatically Collected Information
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the platform
  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Cookies: We use cookies to maintain sessions and improve user experience. Controllable via browser settings.
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How data is used

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for these specific purposes:

  • To provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • To create and host your portfolio website
  • To process subscription payments and manage billing
  • To send service-related notifications and updates
  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraud
  • To analyze usage patterns and improve the platform
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Who sees your data

Information Sharing & Disclosure

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Your portfolio is public

Information you include in your portfolio — projects, skills, bio, etc. — is publicly accessible via your portfolio URL. You choose what to publish.

We may share data with:
  • Service Providers: Razorpay for payments, hosting providers, transactional email services
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to you
We will never:
  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Share your data with advertisers without your explicit consent
  • Use your portfolio content for any purpose other than providing the Service
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Keeping you safe

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

  • Secure, encrypted connections (HTTPS/SSL) on all pages
  • Secure password storage using strong encryption
  • Regular security audits and system updates
  • Restricted internal access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
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Important caveat

No internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we do everything practically possible to protect your data.

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How long we keep it

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service.

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Account deletion

If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law. Portfolio content cached by search engines may persist independently.

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You're in control

Your Rights & Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

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Correction
Update or correct your account info from dashboard settings at any time.
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Deletion
Request permanent deletion of your account and all associated personal data.
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Cookie Control
Manage or disable cookies anytime through your browser settings.
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Exercise Rights
Email support@buildmyfolio.com to exercise any right.
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External integrations

Third-Party Services

Razorpay

Payment processing is entirely handled by Razorpay. Your payment data is governed by Razorpay's Privacy Policy. We never see or store your card details.

Social Login

If you sign up via Google or other social providers, we receive only the basic profile information those services permit — typically name and email.

Analytics

We may use analytics tools to understand aggregate usage patterns and improve platform performance, configured to respect user privacy.

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Age restriction

Children's Privacy

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Not for users under 13

BuildMyFolio is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have done so, contact support@buildmyfolio.com immediately and we will remove it.

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Staying current

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. We will notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification.

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Continued use = acceptance

Your continued use of BuildMyFolio after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

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Jurisdiction

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and Indian Contract Act, 1872.

Exclusive Jurisdiction

Any privacy-related legal proceedings shall be brought exclusively before the competent courts of India.

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Plain language

Any privacy disputes will be handled under Indian law. By using BuildMyFolio, you agree to resolve such matters within the Indian legal system.

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Reach out

Contact Us

Have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data?