Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Meridian Data ("we," "us") operates the Meridian macroeconomic data platform. For privacy inquiries, contact us at nachohafner@gmail.com.

2. Data We Collect

• Account information: email address and name (at signup)
• API usage logs: request timestamps, endpoints accessed, response codes
• Analytics data: page views and interactions via Google Analytics
• Payment data: processed by Stripe — we do not store card details

3. How We Use Your Data

We use the data we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the Service
• Enforce rate limits and API usage policies
• Process payments via Stripe
• Understand how users interact with our website (via Google Analytics)
• Communicate service updates and security notices

4. Legal Basis (GDPR)

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Contract: account data and API usage logs, necessary to provide the Service
• Consent: analytics cookies and website tracking (you can opt out at any time)

5. Cookies

We use cookies solely for analytics purposes (Google Analytics). These cookies help us understand website traffic and usage patterns. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Third-Party Services

• Stripe: payment processing — Stripe Privacy Policy
• Google Analytics: website analytics — Google Privacy Policy

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We share data only with the service providers listed above, and only as necessary to operate the Service.

8. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored on AWS infrastructure in the United States. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest.

9. Data Retention

• Account data: retained while your account is active, deleted upon request
• API usage logs: retained for 12 months, then automatically purged
• Analytics data: governed by Google Analytics retention settings

10. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Data portability

To exercise any of these rights, email us at nachohafner@gmail.com.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes via email. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.