Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 28, 2026

1. Introduction

WebsiteGen ("we", "our", "us") operates the websitegen.com platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password.

Business Information: When you create a website through our platform, we collect business details you provide, including business name, description, contact information (phone, email, address, hours), and any content you upload (logos, images, text).

Telegram Data: If you connect via our Telegram bot, we collect your Telegram user ID, first name, last name, and username to link your account.

Usage Data: We use self-hosted Plausible Analytics (privacy-focused, cookie-free) to collect anonymous usage statistics such as page views, referral sources, and visit duration. No personal data is collected through analytics.

Uploaded Content: Images, logos, and other media you upload are stored on our servers (MinIO S3 storage).

3. How We Use Your Information

• To create and manage your account and generated websites
• To provide AI-powered website generation and content creation services
• To process your business data through third-party AI services (OpenAI) for content generation, translation, and image creation
• To communicate with you about your account and service updates
• To improve our platform and services

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

• OpenAI (GPT-4, DALL-E): For AI content generation, translation, and image creation. Business content you provide may be sent to OpenAI's API for processing.
• Telegram Bot API: For bot-based onboarding and account linking.
• Plausible Analytics: Self-hosted, privacy-focused analytics. No cookies, no personal data collection.

Data shared with OpenAI: Business content (text, descriptions) is sent to OpenAI's API for processing. OpenAI's API data is not used for model training per their enterprise privacy policy. Data is retained by OpenAI for up to 30 days for abuse monitoring, then deleted.

Data shared with Telegram: Only your Telegram user ID and public profile name are stored. Message content is processed in real time and not retained beyond what is needed for account linking.

Plausible Analytics: Fully self-hosted on our infrastructure. No data is shared with third parties. No cookies, no personal data collected.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on servers located in the European Union, managed through our hosting infrastructure. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS) for all data in transit
• Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
• Role-based access controls
• Isolated object storage (MinIO S3) for uploaded files
• Regular security updates and monitoring

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to processing of your data

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email below.

8. Cookies

We use essential cookies only for authentication and session management (Laravel session cookies). We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies. Plausible Analytics is cookie-free.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

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

Email: info@websitegen.com