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Privacy Policy

Howto — Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2026

Effective for: https://howto.center and all associated subdomains

1. Introduction

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Howto ("we", "us", "our", or "Company"), operated by Mikhail Mazein (autónomo, Spain), collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal data when you use our services (the "Service").

This Policy applies to all users, including users on free plans, paid subscriptions, or trials.

This Policy is intended to comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), applicable Spanish data protection laws, and relevant international privacy standards.

This Privacy Policy should be read together with our Terms of Service and Cookie Policy.

2. Data Controller

The Service is operated by Mikhail Mazein (autónomo, Spain), who is the Data Controller responsible for processing personal data.

Email: support@howto.center

"Howto" is a commercial trade name used to operate the Service.

3. Scope and Applicability

This Privacy Policy applies to individuals who:

  • visit our websites or landing pages;
  • register for or use the Service;
  • use AI-powered features or workflow documentation tools;
  • contact us for support or other inquiries;
  • subscribe to product updates or communications.

This Policy does not apply to third-party websites, services, or platforms that may be linked from the Service. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third parties.

4. Information We Collect

We collect personal data in the following ways:

a) Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account or contact us, we collect:

  • Contact and account details — email address, name, identifiers;
  • Authentication information — including data provided via Google Identity Services (OAuth);
  • User Content — screenshots, workflow captures, and guides you generate.

This information is required to provide the core Service.

b) Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect:

  • Device and usage data — browser type, IP address, pages visited;
  • Cookies and tracking data — to improve functionality and analytics.

This helps us understand how the Service is used and improve it.

c) Payment Metadata

Provided by our payment processor (Lemon Squeezy):

  • transaction identifiers;
  • subscription details;
  • payment status.

We do not store payment card data.

d) Communication Data

  • messages sent to support;
  • email communications;
  • feedback or survey responses;
  • newsletter subscription information.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data to:

  • provide, maintain, and improve the Service;
  • manage accounts and deliver requested features;
  • communicate service updates, support messages, and billing information;
  • analyze usage to improve performance and security;
  • personalize the user experience.

We do not use personal data or User Content to train third-party AI models.

6. Sources of Personal Data

We collect personal data from the following sources:

  • information you provide directly when using the Service;
  • authentication data provided via Google Identity Services (OAuth);
  • content and files you upload or generate through the Service;
  • usage data collected through cookies, analytics, and logs;
  • payment-related metadata provided by our payment processor.

We do not collect personal data from data brokers or other external data sources.

7. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • keep you logged in;
  • remember your preferences;
  • analyze usage and performance.

You can control cookie settings in your browser. Disabling cookies may affect certain functionality. For details, please see our Cookie Policy.

8. AI Processing

The Service uses artificial intelligence ("AI") technologies provided by third-party providers to assist with workflow capture, documentation generation, and related features.

To provide these features, certain inputs may be processed by external AI providers acting on our instructions. Where personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area ("EEA"), appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), are applied.

We do not use personal data or User Content to train third-party AI models. AI providers process inputs solely to generate outputs for the Service.

The Service does not make decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects on individuals solely through automated processing.

9. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR Article 6)

We process personal data only where a valid legal basis exists under Article 6 of the GDPR.

a) Contractual Necessity

Processing is necessary to perform our contract with you, including to:

  • authenticate users and manage accounts;
  • provide core Service functionality, such as workflow capture and documentation generation;
  • store and manage user-created content;
  • provide customer support and respond to inquiries.

b) Legitimate Interests

We process personal data based on legitimate interests to:

  • analyze usage and improve the Service;
  • maintain security, prevent fraud, and detect abuse;
  • debug, monitor performance, and ensure reliability.

These interests are balanced against user rights and freedoms, with appropriate safeguards applied.

c) Consent

Where required, we process personal data based on consent, including for:

  • analytics and non-essential cookies;
  • marketing communications or newsletters;
  • optional features requiring additional personal data.

Consent may be withdrawn at any time.

d) Legal Obligations

We process personal data where necessary to comply with legal obligations, including:

  • accounting, tax, and financial record-keeping;
  • fraud prevention and security requirements;
  • responding to lawful requests from authorities.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • provide the Service;
  • comply with legal obligations;
  • resolve disputes.

When no longer required, personal data is securely deleted or anonymized.

11. Sharing Your Information

We may share personal data with:

  • service providers and subprocessors that support operation, security, analytics, payments, and communications;
  • legal or regulatory authorities, where required by law or to protect legal rights;
  • successors or affiliates in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

12. International Data Transfers

Some service providers are located outside the EEA. As a result, personal data may be transferred to countries outside the EEA, including the United States.

Where such transfers occur, appropriate safeguards are applied, including:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission;
  • additional technical and organizational measures, such as encryption and access controls.

Transfers occur only where necessary to provide the Service or where consent has been given (for example, for certain cookies).

13. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

14. Data Deletion

You may delete certain personal data directly through the Service, including content and documentation you create or upload.

You may also request deletion of your account and associated personal data by contacting support@howto.center

Deletion requests are handled in accordance with applicable law. Certain data may be retained where required to comply with legal obligations or to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.

15. Children's Data

The Service is intended for individuals aged 18 or older.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

16. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

17. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted with a revised "Last Updated" date.

18. Your Rights (GDPR and Local Laws)

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • access your personal data;
  • correct inaccurate or incomplete data;
  • request deletion of personal data;
  • restrict or object to certain processing;
  • request data portability;
  • withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below. We may need to verify your identity before responding.

19. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, contact us at:

Email: support@howto.center