Privacy Policy
Last Updated:2026-03-30
This Privacy Policy explains how MatScale (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you use our website and services (the “Services”).
MatScale complies with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data Controller
For the purposes of GDPR, MatScale is the data controller of your personal data.
Contact Information:
- Email: contact@matscale.com
- Website: https://www.matscale.com
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
We may collect:
- Name and email address (via Google Login)
- Account details
- Customer support communications
2.2 Content Data
When you use our Services, we collect:
- Uploaded video files
- Processed video outputs
2.3 Automatically Collected Data
We collect usage data via analytics tools:
- IP address
- Device and browser type
- Pages visited and interactions
- Referral URLs
This is collected using tools such as Google Analytics.
2.4 Payment Information
Payments are processed by Paddle.
We do not store:
- Credit card details
- Billing information
Paddle may collect and process payment data in accordance with their own privacy policy.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Provide and operate the Services
- Process and manage your account
- Process payments and refunds
- Improve performance and user experience
- Monitor usage and prevent abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
We process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Contractual necessity – to provide our Services
- Legitimate interests – to improve and secure our platform
- Consent – for analytics and cookies (where required)
- Legal obligations – to comply with applicable laws
5. Data Retention
We retain data as follows:
- Uploaded video files: deleted within 72 hours
- Processed video outputs: stored indefinitely for user access
- Account data: retained until account deletion
We may retain data longer if required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your data with:
6.1 Service Providers
- Cloud storage providers (e.g., AWS S3)
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Payment processors (Paddle)
6.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose data if required to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Enforce our Terms
- Protect rights and safety
7. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred and processed outside the UK/EEA, including in the United States.
Where required, we ensure safeguards such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Transfers to certified organizations
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable website functionality
- Analyze traffic and usage
- Improve user experience
Where required by law, we obtain your consent before using non-essential cookies.
For more details, see our Cookie Policy.
9. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have the following rights:
- Right of access – request copies of your data
- Right to rectification – correct inaccurate data
- Right to erasure – request deletion of your data
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, contact us at: contact@matscale.com
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Secure cloud storage (AWS)
- Encryption where applicable
- Access control measures
However, no system is completely secure.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect data from children.
12. Third-Party Services
Our Services integrate with third parties, including:
- Google (login and analytics)
- Paddle (payments)
- AWS (storage)
These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.
13. Data Deletion Requests
You may request deletion of your personal data by contacting us.
We will:
- Delete your data unless legally required to retain it
- Respond within the timeframe required by GDPR
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
We will notify users by:
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Posting updates on our website
15. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy:
- Email: contact@matscale.com
- Website: https://www.matscale.com