Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Aeruno Labs, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") operates SkillBeacon, an AI-powered career development platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Analytics and Usage Data

We automatically collect analytics data to improve our Service:

• Page Analytics: Pages visited, time spent on pages, navigation patterns, referrer information
• Skill Interactions: Skills analyzed, categories explored, analysis duration, connection searches
• Gap Analysis Data: Source and target skills analyzed, gap types, analysis details, generated recommendations
• Tool Usage: Feature utilization, tool interactions, parameters used, success/failure metrics
• Search Behavior: Search queries entered, result counts, clicked results, search types
• Interface Interactions: Button clicks, element interactions, user interface engagement patterns
• Google Analytics Data: Aggregated usage statistics, user flow, conversion metrics, engagement patterns

2.2 Technical Data

• Session Information: Unique session identifiers, session duration
• Device Data: Browser type, operating system, device type
• Network Data: IP address (anonymized), general location (country/state level)
• Performance Data: Page load times, error rates, feature performance metrics

2.3 AI-Generated Content

When you use our AI-powered features, we may temporarily process:

• Input data for skill analysis and gap assessment
• Generated recommendations and analysis results
• AI model performance and accuracy metrics

3. How We Collect Information

3.1 Automatic Collection

• Cookies: HTTP-only session cookies (30-day retention) and Google Analytics cookies
• Local Storage: Session identifiers and temporary preferences
• Analytics Scripts: Custom analytics tracking and Google Analytics (GA4)
• Server Logs: Automated logging of service usage and errors

3.2 User-Initiated Collection

• Data from skill analysis tools and gap assessment forms
• Search queries and tool interactions
• Feedback and bug reports (if provided)

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 Primary Uses

• Service Operation: Maintain session state, provide core functionality
• Feature Improvement: Understand user behavior to enhance tools and features
• Performance Optimization: Identify and fix bugs, improve loading times
• AI Model Training: Improve accuracy of skill analysis and recommendations
• User Experience: Optimize interface design and navigation flows

4.2 Analytics and Research

• Aggregate usage statistics and trend analysis
• Understanding skill development patterns and career trends
• Identifying popular features and improvement opportunities
• Alpha testing feedback and service enhancement

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Storage Infrastructure

5.2 Data Retention

• Session Data: 30 days (for service functionality)
• Analytics Data: 90 days (for service improvement)
• Aggregate Statistics: Indefinitely (anonymized and aggregated)
• Error Logs: 30 days (for debugging and performance)

5.3 Security Measures

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure database access controls
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited access on need-to-know basis
• Automated backup and recovery systems

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 Limited Sharing

We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted vendors who help operate our infrastructure (hosting, security, analytics)
• Analytics Services: Google Analytics for aggregated usage analysis (no personal data sharing)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Safety Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
• Business Transfer: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6.2 Aggregate Data

We may share anonymized, aggregated statistics about skill trends, career patterns, and service usage for research or industry analysis. This data cannot be used to identify individual users.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Data Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: Request information about data we have collected about your sessions
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your analytics data
• Opt-Out: Stop using the service to prevent further data collection
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format

7.2 Browser Controls

• Disable cookies in your browser settings (may limit functionality)
• Clear browser storage and session data
• Use incognito/private browsing mode
• Use browser privacy extensions

8. Cookies and Tracking

8.1 Our Cookie Usage

• Session Cookies: Maintain your session across page visits
• Google Analytics Cookies: _ga, _ga_* cookies for usage analytics (2 years retention)
• Security: HTTP-only, secure transmission, SameSite protection
• Retention: Session cookies deleted after 30 days, GA cookies follow Google's retention policy

8.2 Third-Party Analytics

You can opt-out of Google Analytics by:

• Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Using browser privacy settings or extensions that block analytics scripts
• Enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser (we respect DNT signals)

We do NOT use Facebook Pixel, advertising networks, or other marketing tracking services. Google Analytics is our only third-party analytics service, used solely for understanding site usage patterns.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 18, you should have parental or guardian consent before using our Service.

If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete such information immediately upon discovery.

10. International Users

11. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will:

• Post the updated policy on our website
• Update the "Last updated" date
• Notify users of material changes through the Service
• Provide reasonable notice before changes take effect

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

13. Legal Basis and Compliance

Our data processing is based on:

• Legitimate Interest: Improving our Service and user experience
• Consent: Your voluntary use of our Service constitutes consent to our data practices
• Legal Compliance: Meeting legal obligations under US federal and Delaware state law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Delaware, consistent with our Terms of Service.