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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 23, 2026

Honeybee CRM ("Company," "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 Honeybee CRM (the "Service").

What We Collect

Account info, data you input, usage analytics, and device information.

How We Protect It

Encrypted in transit and at rest. Access controls and authentication requirements.

Your Rights

Access, export, correct, or delete your data at any time. GDPR and CCPA compliant.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

Account Information

Name, email address, company name, job title, phone number, and billing information when you create an account.

Customer Data

Data you input into the Service, including customer records, contacts, communications, notes, and attachments.

Communications

Information from your correspondence with us, including support requests and feedback.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Service, including features used, actions taken, and time spent.
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and IP address.
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain sessions, remember preferences, and analyze usage.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Integrations: When you connect third-party services (e.g., email providers, calendars), we may receive data from those services.
  • Authentication Providers: If you sign in through Google or other providers, we receive basic profile information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
Process transactions and send related information
Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
Send technical notices, updates, and security alerts
Communicate about products, services, and events (with your consent)
Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
Detect, prevent, and address fraud and security issues
Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, payment processing, and customer support. These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations.


Business Transfers

In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change.


Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.


Protection of Rights

We may disclose information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Honeybee CRM, our users, or others.


With Your Consent

We may share information with your consent or at your direction.

4. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We also retain information as necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements
  • Maintain business records

Upon account deletion, we will delete or anonymize your information within 90 days, except where retention is required by law.

5. Data Security

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

  • Encryption of data in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256)
  • Access controls and authentication requirements
  • Incident response procedures

6. Your Rights and Choices

Access & Portability

Access and export your data through the Service at any time, or request a copy by contacting us.

Correction

Update your account information through the Service settings, or contact us for assistance.

Deletion

Delete your account through the Service settings. Personal information removed subject to legal retention requirements.

Marketing Opt-Out

Opt out of marketing communications by clicking "unsubscribe" in emails or updating notification preferences.

6.5 Cookies

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Service functionality.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the EU
  • Data Processing Agreements with all sub-processors
  • Compliance with applicable data protection laws

8. GDPR Compliance (EEA Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Legal Basis: We process your data based on contract performance, legitimate interests, or your consent.
Data Protection Officer: Contact our DPO at dpo@honeybeecrm.io.
Supervisory Authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Right to Object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Right to Restriction: You may request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.

9. CCPA Compliance (California Users)

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

Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect.
Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information.
Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information. If this changes, we will provide an opt-out mechanism.
Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@honeybeecrm.io.

10. Children's Privacy

Honeybee CRM is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. Third-Party Links

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

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or through the Service. Continued use after changes become effective constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy?

Privacy: privacy@honeybeecrm.io

Data Protection Officer: dpo@honeybeecrm.io

Website: honeybeecrm.io

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