BlogEffective March 4, 2026
Privacy Policy
BlogKeep (“we”, “us”, “our”) is built for developers who want to highlight the web and follow blogs. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights. We keep this short and honest.
1. What We Collect
We collect only what is needed to provide the service:
| Data | Why |
|---|---|
| Selected text (Keeps) | The highlight you save — stored in your account so you can access it later |
| Page URL and title | Associates a Keep with its source so you can navigate back to it |
| Optional note | An annotation you type when saving a Keep |
| Blog RSS URLs | Blogs you subscribe to via the extension or dashboard |
| Email address | Used to create and identify your account (via Clerk) |
| Auth session tokens | Keeps you signed in across devices (stored in cookies, managed by Clerk) |
We do not collect: browsing history, full page content, keystrokes, or any data outside of explicit user actions (text selection, blog subscription, sign-in).
2. How We Use Your Data
- To store and display your Keeps and blog subscriptions
- To sync your account across the browser extension and web app
- To generate AI reading digests (your Keep text is sent to OpenAI — see below)
- To manage your subscription and billing via Polar
- To respond to support requests
We do not sell your data, use it for advertising, or share it with third parties except as described in this policy.
3. Third-Party Services
We use the following services to operate BlogKeep. Each has its own privacy policy:
| Service | Purpose | Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk | Authentication and session management | clerk.com/privacy |
| Neon | PostgreSQL database hosting | neon.tech/privacy |
| Vercel | Web hosting and file storage (Blob) | vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy |
| OpenAI | AI digest generation (Keep text only) | openai.com/privacy |
| Polar | Subscription billing and payments | polar.sh/privacy |
Payment card details are handled entirely by Polar and their payment processor. BlogKeep never stores card numbers or billing details.
4. Browser Extension
The BlogKeep Chrome extension runs on all websites to enable text highlighting. It:
- Activates only when you select text and click “Keep”
- Reads the current page URL and title to associate your highlight
- Does not scan, read, or transmit page content outside of your explicit selection
- Does not track which pages you visit
- Is disabled on the BlogKeep web app itself (to avoid conflicts)
5. Data Retention
Your data is retained for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, all Keeps, blog subscriptions, and personal data are permanently deleted within 30 days. You can request deletion at any time by contacting us.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access — request a copy of your data
- Correction — update incorrect data
- Deletion — delete your account and all associated data
- Portability — export your Keeps and blog list (available in the dashboard)
- Objection — opt out of any processing we do beyond core service delivery
To exercise any of these rights, email us at otapadia@gmail.com.
7. Security
All data is transmitted over HTTPS. Database access is restricted to application servers. Auth sessions are managed by Clerk using industry-standard token practices. We take security seriously, but no system is 100% immune — please use a strong, unique password for your account.
8. Children
BlogKeep is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us and we will delete it.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as the product evolves. Material changes will be announced via email or an in-app notice. The effective date at the top of this page always reflects the latest version.
10. Contact
Questions or concerns? Email us at otapadia@gmail.com. We aim to respond within 2 business days.