Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

• Name
• Email address
• Organization or company name
• Information submitted through our contact form or email
• Order information related to report purchases
• Technical information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and website usage necessary for security and website functionality

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information or payment card details through our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and support requests
• Provide our patent research, analytics, and consulting services
• Deliver purchased reports
• Process and manage orders
• Improve our website and services
• Maintain website security
• Comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third-party providers to operate our website and deliver our services.

Formspree — Processes contact form submissions and securely forwards your inquiries to us.

Gumroad — Processes payments, manages orders, and delivers digital reports. Payment information is collected and processed directly by Gumroad. Aube does not store or process your payment card information.

These providers process only the information necessary to perform their services and maintain their own privacy policies.

4. Cookies

Our website may use essential cookies or browser storage required for website functionality and security.

We do not use advertising cookies or sell your browsing data to third parties.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

While we take appropriate precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Respond to your inquiries
• Deliver our services and purchased reports
• Meet legal, accounting, or tax obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Request information about how your data is processed

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are intended for professionals, businesses, researchers, and organizations. They are not intended for children under the age of 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child, we will promptly delete it. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites or services.

We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Aube Research & Analytics
Email: hello@auberesearch.com

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy-related requests in a timely manner.