Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Claudeskills.ai ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our marketplace platform for buying and selling Claude AI skills.

By using Claudeskills.ai, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Display name (optional)
• Profile information you choose to provide
• Your role preference (buyer or seller)

2.2 Payment Information

For sellers who wish to receive payments, we collect information necessary to establish a Stripe Connected Account, including:

• Business or individual name
• Tax identification information
• Bank account details (processed and stored by Stripe)
• Address and contact information

Important: Payment card information is processed directly by Stripe and never stored on our servers. For details on how Stripe handles your payment data, please review the Stripe Privacy Policy.

2.3 Transaction Data

We collect information about your purchases and sales, including:

• Skills purchased or sold
• Transaction amounts and dates
• Stripe checkout session IDs
• Purchase history and receipts

2.4 Uploaded Content

For sellers, we collect and store:

• Skill files and documentation
• Skill descriptions, titles, and metadata
• Cover images and promotional materials
• Tags and categorization information

2.5 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use the Platform:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and features used
• Time spent on the Platform
• Referral sources

2.6 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and analyze Platform usage. Essential cookies are required for the Platform to function properly. You can control non-essential cookies through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Platform Operations

• Create and manage your account
• Process transactions and deliver purchased skills
• Enable sellers to receive payments through Stripe
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Send transactional emails (purchase confirmations, receipts)

3.2 Security and Validation

• Perform AI-powered security analysis on uploaded skills
• Validate skill content and quality
• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and malicious activity
• Maintain Platform security and integrity

3.3 Platform Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Improve Platform features and functionality
• Develop new services and features
• Personalize your experience

3.4 Communications

• Send important Platform updates and notifications
• Notify you of changes to our Terms or Privacy Policy
• Marketing communications (with your consent, where required)

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 With Stripe

We share information with Stripe to enable payment processing services. This includes:

• Seller account information for Connected Account creation
• Transaction data for payment processing
• Identity verification information

Stripe processes this data as described in the Stripe Privacy Policy and in accordance with the Stripe Connected Account Agreement.

4.2 With Anthropic (Claude AI)

We use Anthropic's Claude AI API to:

• Generate skill descriptions
• Perform security analysis on uploaded code
• Validate skill content

Skill files and code are temporarily processed by Claude AI for analysis purposes. Anthropic's use of data is governed by their privacy policy.

4.3 With Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Platform, including:

• Cloud hosting and storage providers (Supabase)
• Email service providers
• Analytics services
• Customer support tools

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.4 Public Information

Certain information is publicly visible on the Platform:

• Seller profiles and display names
• Published skill listings, descriptions, and images
• Reviews and ratings (when implemented)

4.5 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or government request, or to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and property
• Prevent fraud or abuse
• Protect the safety of our users

4.6 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your information.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
• Row-Level Security (RLS) on database access
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Account information: Until you delete your account, plus archival period for legal compliance
• Transaction records: 7 years (for tax and accounting purposes)
• Uploaded skills: Until removed by seller or account deletion
• Usage logs: Up to 2 years
• Security analysis reports: Until skill is removed, plus 1 year

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Correction

You can access and update your account information at any time through your account settings.

7.2 Data Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and personal data by contacting us. Please note:

• We may retain certain information for legal compliance
• Transaction records may be retained for accounting purposes
• Deletion may not be immediate due to backup systems

7.3 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email or by updating your account preferences. Note that you cannot opt out of transactional emails related to your purchases or account.

7.4 Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect Platform functionality.

7.5 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Platform, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Children's Privacy

Claudeskills.ai is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Third-Party Links

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on the Platform with a new "Last Updated" date. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice (such as email notification).

Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the Platform.

You can also review our Terms of Service for information about using the Platform.