At Auto Trade, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our automated trading platform.
🔒 Your Money is 100% Safe
Auto Trade CANNOT access or withdraw your funds from Alpaca Markets. Here's why:
- ✓No Withdrawal Access: The API keys you provide only grant permission to buy and sell TQQQ and SQQQ. We cannot transfer, withdraw, or access your cash in any way.
- ✓You Have Full Control: Only you can withdraw money from your Alpaca account through the Alpaca website or app.
- ✓Limited Trading Permissions: Our access is restricted to executing buy and sell orders for specific securities only.
- ✓Revocable Anytime: You can revoke API access at any time through your Alpaca dashboard, instantly disabling our trading permissions.
This is a fundamental security feature built into Alpaca's API system - no third-party application can ever withdraw your funds.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you sign in to Auto Trade, we collect:
- Google Account Information: Name, email address, and profile picture (via Google OAuth)
- Alpaca API Credentials: API keys and secret keys (encrypted and stored securely)
- Trading Preferences: Selected strategy, investment amount, and trading settings
Trading Data
We store your trading activity to provide the service:
- Trade history and execution records
- Current positions and pending orders
- Signal history and decision logs
- Performance metrics and profit/loss data
Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information:
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- IP address and location data
- Page views and interaction data (via Google Analytics)
- Session information and authentication logs
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide Trading Services: Execute trades, monitor positions, and generate signals
- Account Management: Authenticate users and maintain account security
- Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns and optimize platform performance
- Communication: Send important updates about your trades and account
- Compliance: Maintain records for legal and regulatory purposes
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption: API keys are encrypted at rest and in transit using AES-256
- Secure Storage: Data is stored on Vercel's secure infrastructure with automatic backups
- Access Control: Strict authentication via Google OAuth and session management
- Limited Trading Permissions: API keys can ONLY buy and sell TQQQ and SQQQ - they cannot withdraw funds, transfer money, or access your cash balance. Fund withdrawals are exclusively controlled by you through Alpaca Markets.
- HTTPS: All data transmission uses secure HTTPS connections
Third-Party Services
Auto Trade integrates with the following third-party services:
Alpaca Markets (Trading)
All trades are executed through Alpaca Markets. Alpaca's privacy policy: alpaca.markets/legal
Google Analytics (Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our platform. You can opt-out using browser extensions or privacy settings.
Data Retention
We retain your data as long as your account is active. Trading history is maintained for tax reporting and compliance purposes. If you close your account, we will delete your personal information within 90 days, except where retention is required by law.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Export: Download your trading history and settings
- Opt-Out: Disable analytics tracking or marketing communications
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies for:
- Authentication: Session cookies to keep you logged in
- Analytics: Google Analytics cookies to understand usage patterns
- Preferences: Remember your settings and choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect platform functionality.
Children's Privacy
Auto Trade is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
International Users
Auto Trade is hosted in the United States. If you access our service from outside the US, your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our service, you consent to this transfer.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our platform or sending an email. Your continued use of Auto Trade after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
privacy@auto-trade.example.com
📌 Key Takeaways
- Your money is 100% safe - We CANNOT withdraw or transfer funds from your Alpaca account
- Limited permissions only - We can only buy and sell TQQQ and SQQQ on your behalf
- You control withdrawals - Only you can take money out through Alpaca's platform
- Your API keys are encrypted and stored securely
- You maintain full control over your data and can delete it anytime
- We use industry-standard security practices to protect your information