Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Gmail Cleanup ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our web application.

By using Gmail Cleanup, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information from Google

When you sign in to Gmail Cleanup using Google OAuth, we receive:

• Your email address
• Your name
• Your profile picture
• Access to your Gmail messages (read and delete permissions)

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address
• Pages visited and features used
• Time and date of visits

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide our service: Access and display your Gmail messages for cleanup purposes
• Delete emails: Remove emails from your Gmail account based on your selections
• Improve our service: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Communicate with you: Send service-related notifications and updates
• Ensure security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 No Email Storage

Important: We do NOT store your emails on our servers. All email data is processed in real-time and displayed directly from Gmail's servers to your browser. Once you close the application, no email content remains on our systems.

4.2 Session Data

We temporarily store your OAuth access token in an encrypted session to maintain your login state. This token is automatically deleted when you log out or after 24 hours of inactivity.

4.3 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• HTTPS/SSL encryption for all data transmission
• Secure OAuth 2.0 authentication
• Regular security audits and updates
• Encrypted session storage

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Google OAuth and Gmail API

Gmail Cleanup uses Google's OAuth 2.0 for authentication and the Gmail API to access your emails. Your use of Google services is subject to Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.2 Data Sharing

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We only share data with:

• Google: To authenticate your account and access Gmail (as authorized by you)
• Service providers: Only if necessary for service operation (e.g., hosting providers)
• Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Revoke access permissions at any time
• Export your data (where applicable)

6.2 Revoking Access

You can revoke Gmail Cleanup's access to your Gmail account at any time by visiting your Google Account permissions page: https://myaccount.google.com/permissions

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services. When you revoke access or delete your account:

• Your OAuth tokens are immediately deleted
• Your session data is removed within 24 hours
• Usage logs are anonymized after 90 days

8. Children's Privacy

Gmail Cleanup is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your data receives adequate protection.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your session and provide our service. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics that identify individual users.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. GDPR Compliance

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

13. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@gmailcleanup.com
• Website: https://gmailcleanup.com