Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 30, 2026

TheMarketBug LLC d/b/a CodingBugLabs ("we," "us," or "our") operates the CodingBugLabs family of services including BugCanvas ("BugCanvas"), BugTune ("BugTune"), and BugVoice ("BugVoice"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use any of our Services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Name (optional)
• Payment information (processed by Stripe, not stored by us)
• API usage data

1.2 Content Data

Depending on which service you use, we collect and temporarily store:

• BugCanvas: Text prompts, uploaded reference images, and generated images
• BugTune: Lyrics, style tags, titles, and generated music
• BugVoice: Text for TTS generation, reference audio for voice cloning, and generated audio

1.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• API request logs
• Generations consumed and usage counts
• Referring website addresses

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the Services
• Process your generation requests
• Manage your account and generations
• Process payments (via Stripe)
• Send service-related notifications
• Improve our AI models (using anonymized data only)
• Monitor usage patterns and service performance
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• Passwords are hashed using industry-standard methods (bcrypt)
• API keys are encrypted at rest
• Uploaded content is stored temporarily and processed securely
• Generated content is retained according to our retention policy below
• All data transmission uses HTTPS/TLS encryption
• Access to production systems is restricted and monitored

4. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Services. Specific retention periods:

• Account information: Until account deletion
• Generated images (BugCanvas): Until deleted by user or account closure
• Generated music (BugTune): According to your visibility settings (public/private)
• Generated audio (BugVoice): 7 days after generation
• Uploaded reference audio (BugVoice): Deleted immediately after processing
• API logs: 30 days
• Payment records: As required by law (typically 7 years)

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

• Stripe: For payment processing (required for paid services)
• Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, and security services that help us operate
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Other Users: When you choose to make your generated content public

6. Your Rights

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

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Restrict or object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@codingbuglabs.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
• Prevent fraud and abuse

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain functionality.

8. Children's Privacy

The Services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you are a parent and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. If you are located in the European Union or other regions with data protection laws, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

12. Data Processing Agreement

By using our Services, you consent to the processing of your data as described in this Privacy Policy. If you are in the European Union or other regions with data protection laws, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.