Privacy policy

Introduction

Welcome to Dealtree. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our LinkedIn org chart and research tool.

Dealtree ("we," "our," or "us") provides a browser extension and related services that help sales professionals visualize organizational structures and research prospects on LinkedIn.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

• Account Information: Email address, name, company name, job title when you create an account or join our waitlist

• Payment Information: Billing details processed through our third-party payment processor (we do not store complete credit card numbers)

• Communications: Messages you send us, feedback, support requests, and survey responses

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Features you use, pages visited, time spent, clicks, search queries within the tool

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, device identifiers

• Extension Activity: When and how you use the Dealtree extension on LinkedIn

Information from Third Parties

• LinkedIn Data: When you use our extension, we access publicly available information from LinkedIn company pages and profiles that you view, including:

  • Employee names, titles, and job descriptions

  • Company organizational structures

  • Profile information visible to you on LinkedIn

  • Employment history and educational background

Important: We only access data that is already visible to you on LinkedIn based on your own account permissions. We do not bypass LinkedIn's privacy settings or access restricted information.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Service Delivery: Generating org charts, powering AI research features, and providing core functionality

• Personalization: Customizing your experience and improving relevance

• Communication: Sending product updates, responding to inquiries, providing customer support

• Analytics: Understanding how users interact with Dealtree to improve our product

• Security: Detecting fraud, abuse, and security issues

• Legal Compliance: Meeting legal obligations and enforcing our terms of service

Data Storage and Retention

• Org Charts: Generated org charts are stored in your account for quick access and reference

• Search History: Your research queries and interactions are retained to improve service quality

• Account Data: We retain your account information while your account is active

• Deletion: You can request deletion of your data at any time by contacting privacy@dealtree.com

• Retention Period: After account deletion, we retain minimal data for 90 days for legal/security purposes, then permanently delete it

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in these circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with third-party companies that help us operate Dealtree:

• Cloud hosting providers (AWS, Google Cloud)

• Payment processors (Stripe)

• Analytics providers (Google Analytics)

• Customer support tools

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, to:

• Comply with legal process or government requests

• Enforce our Terms of Service

• Protect the rights, property, or safety of Dealtree, our users, or the public

• Prevent fraud or security issues

Business Transfers

If Dealtree is acquired or merged with another company, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

With Your Consent

We may share information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:

Access and Portability

• Request a copy of the data we hold about you

• Export your org charts and research history

Correction and Updates

• Update your account information at any time

• Request correction of inaccurate data

Deletion

• Delete your account and associated data through account settings

• Request full data deletion by contacting us

Opt-Out

• Unsubscribe from marketing emails via the link in any email

• Disable non-essential cookies in your browser settings

• Stop using the extension (which stops all data collection)

Object or Restrict Processing

• Object to certain uses of your data

• Request restrictions on how we process your information

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@dealtree.com.

LinkedIn Data and Compliance

Relationship with LinkedIn: Dealtree is an independent third-party tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with LinkedIn Corporation.

Data Source: We collect only publicly visible information from LinkedIn based on your individual account's access permissions. We respect LinkedIn's Terms of Service and do not:

• Scrape data in violation of LinkedIn's policies

• Access private or restricted profiles

• Bypass any privacy or security measures

• Store more data than necessary for service functionality

LinkedIn Privacy: Your use of LinkedIn is subject to LinkedIn's own Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review LinkedIn's privacy practices separately.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in

• Remember your preferences

• Analyze usage patterns

• Improve performance

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential: Required for the service to function

• Functional: Remember your settings and preferences

• Analytics: Help us understand how you use Dealtree

• Advertising: (If applicable) Deliver relevant ads

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may limit functionality.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL)

• Encryption of sensitive data at rest

• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

• Access controls and authentication requirements

• Employee training on data protection

However, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

Children's Privacy

Dealtree is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

International Data Transfers

Dealtree is based in the United States. If you access our service from outside the Unites States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

• Standard contractual clauses

• Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities

• Your explicit consent where required

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

• Know what personal information we collect and how we use it

• Request deletion of your personal information

• Opt-out of the "sale" of personal information (we do not sell data)

• Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact privacy@dealtree.com or call [phone number].

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, or Switzerland:

Legal Basis for Processing:

• Contract performance (providing our services)

• Legitimate interests (improving our product)

• Consent (where required)

• Legal obligations

Data Controller: Dealtree, Inc. is the data controller for your information.

Supervisory Authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

• Post the updated policy on this page

• Update the "Last Updated" date

• Notify you of material changes via email or prominent notice

Your continued use of Dealtree after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.