Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 24, 2026

1. Information We Collect

When you use The Hinchy Report website, purchase our products, or use the Hinchy's Shield app, we may collect the following information:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, and authentication data when you create an account or sign in.
  • Payment Information: Payment processing is handled entirely by Stripe. We do not store credit card numbers, CVVs, or full payment details. We retain only Stripe customer IDs and transaction references.
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and general interaction patterns to improve our services.
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers for app functionality and security purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our services, including course access and app functionality
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions
  • Send transactional emails (purchase confirmations, account updates)
  • Send marketing communications (newsletter) only with your explicit consent
  • Improve our products and user experience
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

3. Hinchy's Shield App

The Hinchy's Shield app is designed to protect your privacy, not compromise it. The app:

  • Performs all security scans locally on your device when possible
  • Does not collect or transmit your personal files, messages, or browsing history
  • Only communicates with our servers for account verification, Pro status checks, and threat database updates
  • Does not sell or share your scan results with third parties

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share data only with:

  • Stripe: For payment processing
  • Manus Platform: For authentication and hosting services
  • Law Enforcement: Only when required by valid legal process

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (TLS/SSL), secure authentication tokens, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time
  • Export your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We use analytics cookies to understand how our services are used. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, contact:

The Hinchy Report
Email: [email protected]