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Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 8, 2026 · Effective immediately

Overview

theRuler ("we", "us") provides a project management platform. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, and the choices you have.

We designed theRuler to be private by default. We don't sell your data, ever.

Data we collect

Account data: name, email, password hash, profile photo.

Workspace data: projects, tickets, comments, attachments, and metadata you create inside the product.

Usage data: aggregated, de-identified events used to improve the product (e.g. which features are used).

Device data: browser type, OS, IP address, used for security and abuse prevention.

How we use your data

Provide, maintain, and improve theRuler.

Authenticate users and prevent fraud.

Send transactional emails (receipts, password resets, security alerts).

With your opt-in consent, send product updates and tips.

How we share data

We share data only with sub-processors strictly required to operate the service (hosting, email delivery, error monitoring).

A current list of sub-processors is available on request.

We will disclose data when legally required by valid court order or subpoena, and we'll notify you unless prohibited.

Retention

Workspace data is retained while your account is active.

After account deletion, data is purged within 30 days from production systems and within 90 days from backups.

Your rights

Access, correct, export, or delete your personal data at any time from Settings → Privacy.

EU/UK residents: rights under GDPR including data portability and the right to object.

California residents: rights under CCPA including the right to know and the right to delete.

Security

Data encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256).

Annual third-party penetration tests.

SOC 2 Type II controls (Enterprise).

Cookies

We use strictly necessary cookies for authentication and session management.

Optional analytics cookies are set only after you accept our cookie banner.

Changes to this policy

We'll notify you by email at least 14 days before any material change takes effect.

Contact

Questions? Email privacy@theruler.app or write to us at our HQ address listed on the Contact page.