Privacy Policy

Last updated: 16 December 2025

1. Introduction

TESTCOPILOT LTD ("we", "us", or "our") operates testcopilot.com (the "Service").

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

Data Controller:

TESTCOPILOT LTD

Company No. 16631436

Registered in England and Wales

Contact: hello@testcopilot.com

2. What Data We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

  • Email address (when you sign up or subscribe)
  • IP address (for rate limiting and security)
  • Usage data (analysis counts, timestamps)
  • Technical data (browser type, device information)

2.2 Uploaded Content

Test files you upload are processed temporarily and deleted immediately after analysis. We do not store your code.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent: Marketing emails (you can withdraw anytime)
  • Legitimate Interest: Service provision, fraud prevention, abuse prevention
  • Contract: Fulfilling our terms of service

4. How We Use Your Data

  • Provide authentication (magic link emails)
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Improve our service and user experience
  • Prevent abuse and fraudulent activity
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Analyze usage patterns (anonymized)

5. Who We Share Your Data With

We share your data only with trusted service providers:

  • Email Service Provider: For sending authentication and marketing emails
  • Marketing Platform: MailerLite (EU-based, GDPR compliant)
  • Hosting Provider: Vercel (with UK data centers)

We never sell your personal data to third parties.

6. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights:

  • Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Right to Object: Object to marketing communications
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@testcopilot.com

7. Data Retention

  • Active accounts: Retained while you use our service
  • Deleted accounts: Erased within 30 days of deletion request
  • Marketing opt-outs: Email retained to honor your preference
  • Uploaded files: Deleted immediately after analysis
  • Inactive accounts: Deleted after 2 years of inactivity

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures:

  • Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Encrypted storage (data at rest)
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security updates

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Cookies

We use essential cookies for:

  • Session management: Keep you logged in (required for service)
  • Security: Prevent abuse and fraud

These are essential cookies that do not require consent under UK law. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

10. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers are based outside the UK. When transferring data internationally, we ensure:

  • Use of providers with UK/EU data centers where available
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are in place
  • Adequacy decisions recognized by UK ICO

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Sending an email notification for material changes

13. Contact Us & Complaints

Contact Us:

Email: hello@testcopilot.com

Company: TESTCOPILOT LTD (No. 16631436)

Complaints:

If you have concerns about how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

Website: https://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint/

Phone: 0303 123 1113