1. Information We Collect
Chronos collects the following types of information to provide our scheduling services:
- Account Information: Name, email address, and profile picture from your Google account
- Calendar Data: Calendar events, availability, and scheduling preferences from your Google Calendar
- Usage Data: How you interact with our service, including scheduling patterns and feature usage
- Device Information: Browser type, IP address, and device characteristics
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information exclusively for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our group scheduling services
- To sync your calendar data and find optimal meeting times
- To send you important service notifications
- To ensure the security and integrity of our service
- To analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
3. Google API Data Usage
Chronos's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements:
- We only access calendar data you explicitly grant permission for
- Your calendar data is used solely to provide scheduling functionality
- We do not transfer your Google data to third parties
- We do not use your data for advertising or AI model training
- Human access to your data is limited to security and compliance purposes only
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- We use secure, reputable cloud infrastructure providers
- Access to your data is restricted to authorized personnel only
- We regularly audit our security practices and systems
5. Data Sharing and Transfers
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information except in the following limited circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing for scheduling purposes
- For Security: To investigate abuse or security issues
- Legal Compliance: When required by law or legal process
- Business Transfers: In case of merger or acquisition (with user notification)
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Revoke Access: Revoke Google Calendar permissions at any time
- Data Portability: Export your data in a standard format
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@chronos.com
7. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services:
- Account data is retained while your account is active
- Calendar data is refreshed regularly and not permanently stored
- Usage analytics are anonymized after 90 days
- Deleted accounts are permanently removed within 30 days
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain your login session
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze service usage (via privacy-focused analytics)
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
9. Children's Privacy
Chronos is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending you an email notification
- Displaying a prominent notice in our service
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: