Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

When you register for and use Cohera, we collect:

• Account Information: Email address, username, password, full name, profile picture
• Profile Information: Bio, timezone, language preferences, subscription tier
• Content: Posts, drafts, media files (images, videos), captions, and hashtags you create
• Communications: Messages you send us, customer support interactions, feedback
• Payment Information: When you subscribe to paid plans, payment details are processed by our payment provider (we do not store full credit card numbers)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, click patterns
• Log Data: Access times, error logs, referring URLs
• Location Data: General location based on IP address (not precise GPS location)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We receive information when you connect your social media accounts (detailed in Section 3) and from analytics providers that help us understand how users interact with our Service.

3. Social Media Platform Data

Cohera allows you to connect various social media accounts to create and publish content. When you connect a social media account, we access specific data from that platform with your explicit authorization. Below is a detailed breakdown of what we access for each platform:

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

4.1 Provide and Improve Our Service

• Create and manage your Cohera account
• Enable you to create, schedule, and publish content to your connected social media accounts
• Display analytics and performance metrics for your content
• Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries
• Improve and optimize our Service based on usage patterns

4.2 Personalization

• Suggest optimal posting times based on your audience engagement
• Provide AI-powered content suggestions tailored to your style
• Customize your dashboard and user experience

4.3 Communication

• Send transactional emails (account verification, password reset, posting confirmations)
• Send product updates and feature announcements (you can opt out)
• Notify you about scheduled posts and performance milestones

4.4 Security and Legal

• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Comply with legal obligations

5. AI-Powered Features

Cohera uses artificial intelligence to enhance your content creation experience. Here's how we use AI and what data is involved:

5.1 AI Content Suggestions

We use AI models (including OpenAI and Anthropic) to generate content suggestions, captions, and hashtag recommendations. When you use these features:

• Your content drafts and prompts are sent to AI providers for processing
• AI providers process this data according to their privacy policies
• We do not use your content to train our AI models without your explicit consent

5.2 Tone Profiles

You can create "tone profiles" that help AI understand your preferred writing style. This data is stored in your account and used only to personalize suggestions for you.

5.3 Third-Party AI Providers

We work with the following AI providers:

• OpenAI - Content generation and embeddings (Privacy Policy)
• Anthropic - Content assistance (Privacy Policy)

These providers are contractually prohibited from using your data to train their models when accessed through our API.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We share your information only in the following circumstances:

6.1 Service Providers

We share data with trusted service providers who help us operate our Service:

• Supabase - Database hosting and authentication
• Vercel - Application hosting
• Payment processors - Subscription billing
• AI providers - Content generation (OpenAI, Anthropic)
• Analytics providers - Usage analytics

6.2 Social Media Platforms

When you publish content through Cohera, your content is sent to the social media platforms you've connected. Each platform processes this data according to their own privacy policies.

6.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, including:

• In response to valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of Cohera, our users, or the public
• To detect, prevent, or address fraud or security issues

6.4 Business Transfers

If Cohera is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Here are our retention periods:

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

8.1 Encryption

• In Transit: All data is encrypted using TLS 1.3 (HTTPS)
• At Rest: Sensitive data (passwords, tokens) encrypted with AES-256-GCM
• Social Media Tokens: Encrypted before database storage with automatic key rotation

8.2 Access Controls

• Row-level security (RLS) ensures users can only access their own data
• Role-based access control for our team members
• Two-factor authentication available for your account
• Regular access audits

While we take extensive measures to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. If you believe your account has been compromised, please contact us immediately.

9. Your Rights and Choices

9.1 Account Controls

You can:

• Access and update your profile information in Settings
• Connect or disconnect social media accounts
• Delete your content (posts, drafts, media)
• Export your data
• Delete your account

9.2 Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
• Restriction: Request we limit processing of your data
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@coheraapp.com. We will respond within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

10. International Data Transfers

Cohera is based in Australia. If you access our Service from outside Australia, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Australia or other countries where our service providers operate.

For transfers from the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, or Switzerland, we rely on:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
• Data Privacy Framework certifications where applicable
• Adequacy decisions for certain countries

11. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

11.1 Your California Rights

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of data collected, used, and shared
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of "sales" or "sharing" of personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights

11.2 Do Not Sell/Share My Information

We do not "sell" personal information in the traditional sense. However, under CCPA's broad definition, sharing data with advertising partners may constitute a "sale." You can opt out of this by adjusting your cookie preferences or contacting us.

12. European Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

12.1 Legal Bases for Processing

We process your data based on:

• Contract Performance: To provide you with our Service (account management, publishing)
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our Service, ensure security, and communicate with you
• Consent: For marketing communications and optional features like AI training
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

12.2 Your GDPR Rights

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Erase your data (right to be forgotten)
• Restrict processing
• Data portability
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority

13. Children's Privacy

Cohera is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at support@coheraapp.com, and we will take steps to delete such information.

14. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve our Service:

14.1 Types of Cookies

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function (authentication, security)
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences (theme, language)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use the Service
• Marketing Cookies: Used for advertising (only with your consent)

14.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect Service functionality.

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify you by email (for significant changes)
• Display a prominent notice in the Service

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

16. Contact Us

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

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.