Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 20, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to PressDown.app ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal data and your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our service to convert Markdown to eBooks.

2. Data We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us when creating an account, uploading content, or communicating with us:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, and authentication credentials.
  • User Content: Markdown files, images, and book metadata you upload for conversion.
  • Payment Information: Processed through secure third-party providers (e.g., Stripe). We do not store credit card details on our servers.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage patterns collected via cookies and analytics.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the PressDown service.
  • Process and generate your eBooks.
  • Improve our application and develop new features.
  • Communicate with you regarding updates, security, and support.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

4. AI Processing

PressDown uses Artificial Intelligence (including Google Gemini) to assist with features like the Ghost Writer and Blurb Generator. When you use these features, relevant portions of your content may be sent to third-party AI providers. These providers are bound by confidentiality and security standards. We do not use your private manuscripts to train public AI models.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data and content only for as long as necessary to provide the service or as required by law. You can delete your books and account at any time through the dashboard settings.

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • The right to access your data.
  • The right to rectification of incorrect data.
  • The right to erasure ("right to be forgotten").
  • The right to data portability.
  • The right to object to processing.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us atsupport@pressdown.app.