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Privacy Policy — Browse

Effective Date: December 31, 2025

Browse ("we," "us," or "Browse") is designed with privacy, security, and transparency in mind. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, shared, and protected when you use the Browse website and related services (collectively, the "Service").

This policy is intended to clearly describe Browse's practices in a way that is accurate, comprehensive, and easy to understand.

1. Information We Collect

A. Search Queries

When you use Browse to perform a search, you submit search terms, optional filters (such as web, images, or videos), and pagination requests. These queries are processed solely to retrieve relevant results.

Search queries may be transmitted to third-party search infrastructure providers (such as Serper API or similar services) for the purpose of generating results. Browse does not associate search queries with personally identifiable users unless you explicitly create an account and opt into features that require such association.

B. Technical and Operational Data

To maintain reliability, performance, and security, Browse may collect limited, non-identifying technical information, including:

  • IP address (used transiently for rate limiting and abuse prevention)
  • Request timestamps
  • General device and browser information (user agent)
  • Error logs and performance metrics

This data is used exclusively for operational purposes and is not used to build advertising profiles.

C. Account Information (If Applicable)

If you choose to create an account (for premium features, personalization, or subscriptions), Browse may collect:

  • Email address
  • Encrypted and hashed authentication credentials
  • Subscription status
  • User-selected preferences

Account creation is optional. Browse does not require accounts for basic search functionality.

2. How We Use Information

Browse uses collected information only for the following purposes:

  • Delivering and improving search results
  • Maintaining system stability and performance
  • Preventing abuse, fraud, or excessive automated usage
  • Managing subscriptions and account access (if applicable)
  • Improving the overall quality and safety of the Service

Browse does not sell personal data, create advertising profiles, or track users across unrelated websites.

3. Third-Party Services and APIs

A. Search Infrastructure Providers

Browse relies on third-party search APIs and infrastructure providers to retrieve web results. When you perform a search:

  • Your query is securely transmitted to these providers
  • Providers process the query under their own privacy policies
  • Browse does not control how third-party providers store or process data

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party providers used by Browse, including Serper or other search infrastructure services.

B. External Websites

Search results link to third-party websites. When you visit those sites, their own privacy policies, cookies, and tracking technologies apply. Browse does not control or assume responsibility for third-party site practices.

4. Cookies and Tracking

A. Browse Cookies

Browse may use essential cookies or local storage for:

  • Session management
  • Security features
  • Interface preferences

These cookies are functional only and are not used for advertising or behavioral tracking.

B. Third-Party Cookies

Third-party websites accessed via search results may use cookies or trackers. Browse does not place or manage these cookies and does not receive data collected by them.

5. Data Retention

Browse retains data only for as long as necessary to operate the Service:

  • Search queries may be temporarily logged in anonymized or aggregated form
  • Account data is retained while your account remains active or as required by law
  • Logs used for security or reliability are periodically purged

Users may request deletion of account-related data where applicable.

6. Security Measures

Browse employs industry-standard security practices, including:

  • HTTPS encryption for all data in transit
  • Secure storage of credentials using strong hashing
  • API key protection and server-side request handling
  • Rate limiting and abuse detection mechanisms

While no system can guarantee absolute security, Browse takes reasonable and proactive steps to protect user data.

7. Safety Features Disclaimer

Any safety indicators, warnings, or risk labels displayed by Browse (such as phishing or scam heuristics) are informational only. They are based on automated heuristics and publicly available signals and do not guarantee the safety of any website.

Users should always exercise independent judgment when visiting unfamiliar sites.

8. Children's Privacy

Browse is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. Browse does not knowingly collect personal information from children. If such data is discovered, it will be deleted promptly upon request.

9. Legal Compliance and Disclosure

Browse may disclose information if required to do so by law, legal process, or governmental request, or if necessary to protect the rights, safety, or integrity of Browse and its users.

10. Changes to This Policy

Browse may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected by a revised effective date. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.