Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how PI Trading Bot ("we", "us", or "our") handles information in connection with our website (pitradebots.com) and the PI Trading Bot software.

We are committed to protecting your privacy. The core principle of PI Trading Bot is self-hosted security - your data stays with you.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

PI Trading Bot is designed to maximize your privacy. We do NOT collect:

• API Keys: Your exchange API keys are stored only on your local machine
• Trading Data: Your trades, positions, balances, and history remain private
• Personal Information: We don't require accounts or registration to use the software
• Usage Analytics: The software does not phone home or send telemetry

3. Information We May Collect

We may collect limited information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Website Visits

When you visit our website, standard web server logs may record:

• IP address (anonymized where possible)
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

This data is used solely for website security, performance optimization, and understanding general traffic patterns. It is not linked to any personal identity.

3.2 Contact Form Submissions

If you contact us through our website form, we collect:

• Name (as provided)
• Email address
• Message content

This information is used only to respond to your inquiry and is not shared with third parties.

3.3 GitHub Interactions

If you interact with our GitHub repository (issues, pull requests, discussions), that data is governed by GitHub's Privacy Policy.

4. How the Software Works

PI Trading Bot operates entirely on your own hardware:

• All configuration files are stored locally in the data/ directory
• API keys are encrypted and stored only on your machine
• The software communicates directly with exchanges using YOUR API keys
• No data is transmitted to our servers
• We have no ability to access your installation

5. Third-Party Services

The software interacts with the following third-party services:

• Cryptocurrency Exchanges (Kraken, MEXC): Subject to their respective privacy policies
• GitHub: For source code hosting and issue tracking

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any exchange you connect to the bot.

6. Cookies

Our website may use essential cookies for:

• Session management
• Security (CSRF protection)

We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or third-party analytics services that track individual users.

7. Data Security

For website data:

• HTTPS encryption for all connections
• Regular security updates
• Limited data retention

For the software:

• API keys stored with encryption
• No external network connections except to exchanges
• Open source code for security auditing

8. Your Rights

Regarding any data we may have collected:

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data

Contact us at privacy@pitradebots.com to exercise these rights.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. Cryptocurrency trading involves financial risk and is only appropriate for adults.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Significant changes will be announced on our website.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or concerns:

• Email: privacy@pitradebots.com
• Contact Form: pitradebots.com/contact