Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 17, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Sidecar. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered coaching assistant service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
- Session Data: Audio recordings, transcripts, notes, and insights from your coaching sessions
- Client Information: Names, goals, and session history for your coaching clients
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
- Usage Data: How you interact with our service, including features used and time spent
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and IP address
- Cookies: We use essential cookies for authentication and service functionality
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our coaching assistant service
- Process and transcribe your audio recordings using OpenAI's Whisper API
- Generate AI-powered insights and summaries of your coaching sessions
- Maintain and secure your account
- Send important service updates and notifications
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Processing and AI Services
We use OpenAI's services to process your coaching session audio and generate insights. Audio recordings are:
- Transcribed using OpenAI's Whisper API
- Analyzed using GPT models to generate coaching insights
- Processed according to OpenAI's data usage policies
Please review OpenAI's Privacy Policy for information about how they handle data.
5. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using Supabase (built on PostgreSQL). We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Encryption at rest for sensitive data
- Row-level security policies to protect your data
- Regular security audits and updates
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information only in these circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third parties (OpenAI, Supabase) who help us operate our service
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our legal rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Export your data in a portable format
- Opt out of non-essential communications
- Delete your account and associated data
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@sidecar.coach.
8. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a notice on our service.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us: