Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

WikiRest ("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 Wikipedia API service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Name (optional)
  • Company name (optional)
  • Password (stored securely hashed)

2.2 API Usage Data

When you use our API, we automatically collect:

  • API requests (endpoint, parameters, timestamp)
  • IP address
  • User agent string
  • Response times and status codes

2.3 Payment Information

If you subscribe to a paid plan, payment information is processed by Stripe. We do not store your full credit card number. We only receive:

  • Last 4 digits of your card
  • Card brand (Visa, Mastercard, etc.)
  • Billing address
  • Transaction history

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our service
  • Process your transactions
  • Send service-related communications
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns
  • Enforce rate limits and prevent abuse
  • Improve our service
  • Respond to support requests

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate (Stripe for payments, email providers)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger or acquisition

5. Data Retention

  • Account data: Retained until you delete your account
  • API logs: Retained for 30 days (raw), aggregates kept longer for analytics
  • Billing records: Retained as required by law (typically 7 years)

6. Data Security

We implement security measures including:

  • Encryption in transit (TLS 1.3)
  • Password hashing (bcrypt)
  • API key hashing (SHA-256)
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and monitoring

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your account and data
  • Export your data
  • Opt out of marketing communications

8. Cookies

We use cookies for:

  • Session management (authentication)
  • Remembering preferences
  • Analytics (anonymized)

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

9. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We will notify you of material changes via email or through our service.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact us at: privacy@wikirest.com