Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 26, 2026

Overview

This Privacy Policy describes how TheFedScout collects, uses, and protects your information when you use thefedscout.com. By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following information when you create an account or use the Service:

First name and last name
Email address
Company name and organization details
Business certifications and NAICS codes (provided during onboarding)
Payment information (processed securely by Stripe — we do not store card numbers)
Usage data such as searches performed, contracts viewed, and alerts set
Device and browser information for analytics and security purposes

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Create and manage your account
Provide and personalize the Service, including scoring contract matches relevant to your business
Send transactional emails such as account confirmations, alerts, and billing notifications
Process payments through our payment processor, Stripe
Improve the Service through analytics and usage patterns
Communicate product updates (you may opt out at any time)
Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We share your information only with:

Stripe — for secure payment processing
Supabase — for secure database hosting and authentication
Resend — for transactional email delivery
Microsoft Clarity — for anonymous usage analytics and session recordings

All third-party service providers are required to protect your information and may only use it to provide services on our behalf.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS), secure authentication with optional two-factor authentication, and regular security reviews. While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where required for legal or financial compliance.

Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies to maintain your session and improve the Service. We use Microsoft Clarity to analyze how users interact with our platform through session recordings and heatmaps. This data is collected anonymously. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, opt out of marketing communications, and export your data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].

Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a prominent notice on the Service.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: [email protected]