PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: May 4, 2026
1. Data Minimization
We follow a data minimization approach.
We collect only the information necessary to:
- manage subscriptions
- operate the DBTips site
- maintain security
We do not sell or trade personal data.
2. Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account we collect:
- username
- email address
- password
Your email address is used to:
- verify your account
- send essential account communications
Accounts that remain unverified for more than 30 days may be deleted.
Subscription & Payment Information
Payment Information
Payments are processed by Stripe.
Stripe may collect billing and payment information such as:
- billing name
- billing address
- payment method details
- transaction information
Our system receives limited subscription metadata, such as transaction identifiers and subscription status.
We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers.
Technical Information
Our servers may automatically collect limited technical information when you access the Site, including:
- IP address
- browser type
- device information
- pages accessed
- timestamps of visits
- login timestamps
This information is used for:
- site security
- preventing unauthorized access
- enforcing geographic access restrictions
- diagnosing technical issues
Cookies
We use essential cookies necessary for the operation of the Site.
These cookies may be used to:
- maintain login sessions
- remember authentication status
- support security features
We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.
3. Geographic Access Control
We use a third-party service provider to evaluate visitor IP addresses and restrict access to users located outside the United States.
This processing is used solely to enforce geographic access restrictions.
4. Third-Party Service Providers
We use third-party service providers to operate and maintain the DBTips site. These providers may process limited personal data as necessary to provide their services.
Examples include providers for:
- website hosting
- payment processing
- membership management
- website security
Payment processing is handled by Stripe.
These providers are contractually obligated to use personal data only to provide services to us.
5. Data Retention
We retain account information only as long as necessary to operate the service and manage your subscription.
If you delete your account, we will remove or anonymize your personal information where reasonably possible.
Certain records may be retained for legitimate business purposes, including:
- accounting and tax compliance
- payment dispute resolution
- fraud prevention
- legal compliance
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect personal information.
However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Privacy Rights
You may request to:
- access your personal information
- correct inaccurate information
- request deletion of your account data
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below
8. Mental Health Information
Our platform provides educational mental wellness resources.
We do not require or request users to submit personal mental health or medical information in order to use the service.
9. Children’s Privacy
Accounts are limited to individuals age 18 or older. We do not permit accounts to be created by minors. If an adult account holder chooses to allow minors in their household to view content using the adult’s account, the account holder assumes full responsibility for that access and supervision.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be reflected by the revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
DBTips Support
[email protected]
12. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers include a “Do Not Track” feature that allows users to signal their preference regarding tracking.
Because our Site does not use advertising or behavioral tracking technologies, we do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.