Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 1, 2026

1. Introduction

IP Insight ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our Google Workspace Add-on for patent analytics.

2. Information We Access

IP Insight is a Google Sheets Add-on that processes patent data directly within your spreadsheet. To provide our services, we may access:

• Google Sheets Data: The content of spreadsheets where you've installed and authorized IP Insight
• Google Account Information: Your email address and basic profile information for authentication purposes
• Add-on Settings: Your preferences and configuration settings for the add-on

3. How We Use Information

All data processing occurs locally within your Google Sheet environment. We use accessed information solely to:

• Perform patent analytics and classification as requested
• Generate visualizations and reports within your spreadsheet
• Provide competitor analysis features
• Authenticate your access to the add-on
• Improve our service functionality

4. Data Storage and Retention

We may store minimal authentication tokens and user preferences necessary for the add-on to function, but these do not include your spreadsheet content or patent data.

5. Google User Data Policy Compliance

IP Insight fully complies with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements. Specifically:

Limited Use of Google User Data

• Limited Access: We only request access to Google user data that is necessary to provide and improve IP Insight's patent analytics features
• No Unauthorized Transfer: We do not transfer Google user data to third parties, except as necessary to provide the service, comply with applicable law, or as part of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets with user notice
• No Use for Advertising: We do not use Google user data for serving advertisements
• No Human Review: Your spreadsheet data is processed algorithmically; we do not allow humans to read your Google user data unless:
  • We first obtained your affirmative agreement
  • It is necessary for security purposes (such as investigating abuse)
  • It is necessary to comply with applicable law
  • The data has been aggregated and anonymized

Secure Data Handling

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data during processing:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS) for all communications
• Secure authentication using Google's OAuth 2.0 protocol
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and monitoring

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Because we do not store your patent data externally, we have no data to share with third parties. We may disclose minimal account information only:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations or valid legal processes
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• In connection with a business transfer (merger, acquisition, etc.)

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

• Access and Control: You maintain full control over your spreadsheet data at all times
• Revoke Access: You can revoke IP Insight's access to your Google account at any time through your Google Account settings
• Uninstall: You can remove the add-on from your Google Sheets at any time
• Data Deletion: Since we don't store your data externally, uninstalling the add-on removes all functionality without the need for data deletion

8. Third-Party Services

IP Insight operates within the Google Workspace ecosystem. Your use of Google Sheets and related services is governed by Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

9. International Data Transfers

IP Insight processes data within Google's infrastructure, which may involve data transfers across borders. All processing complies with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR for European users.

10. Children's Privacy

IP Insight is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and, where appropriate, through in-app notifications or email.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]

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13. Additional Disclosures for European Users (GDPR)

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your information based on:

• Consent: When you authorize IP Insight to access your Google Sheets
• Contract: To provide the services you've requested
• Legitimate Interests: To improve and secure our services

Your GDPR Rights

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Rectify inaccurate information
• Request erasure of your information
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights