Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 27, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Makerio (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit or purchase services on makerio.io (the “Site”).

By using Makerio or submitting your product for launch support, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information directly from you when you submit forms, purchase launch support, or interact with our website:

  • Personal & Contact Details: Your name (or display name) and email address provided during submission or payment.

  • Launch & Product Details: Product name, website URL, launch platform (e.g., Peerlist, PeerPush, LaunchLlama), launch status, project logo, and related promotional details you submit.

  • Payment Information: When you purchase our $5 launch support service, payments are processed directly by our third-party payment provider. Makerio does not collect or store full credit card numbers or financial account credentials.

  • Communication Data: Any information you provide when contacting us directly for support or inquiries.

  • Automated & Technical Data: Basic analytics data, IP address, browser type, device information, and site usage patterns collected via essential cookies or privacy-focused analytics.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and deliver our launch support services (including social shares, feedback, and backlinks).

  • Display featured products and social proof in our public “Live Proof” showcase.

  • Send transactional updates, launch confirmations, and support responses.

  • Process payment transactions safely and prevent fraudulent activities.

  • Analyze website performance and improve Makerio’s user experience.

  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.

3. Publicly Displayed Information

Makerio is a launch showcase and support platform. When you submit a product to Makerio:

  • Your submitted product name, logo, launch platform, upvote/rank metrics, and link will be publicly visible on Makerio as part of our live support network and public showcase.

  • Information published publicly may be indexed by search engines. Please do not submit any information or links that you wish to keep private.

4. Third-Party Services

We may share limited data with trusted third-party service providers solely to operate our platform, including:

  • Payment Processors: To handle secure payment transactions.

  • Hosting & Infrastructure Providers: To keep the Site online and secure.

  • Analytics Services: To understand website traffic and usage trends.

  • Review Platforms (e.g., Trustpilot): To collect verified customer feedback.

These third parties process your data according to their own privacy policies and are bound by confidentiality and security standards.

5. Cookies & Analytics

Makerio uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure basic website functionality, maintain security, and analyze aggregate visitor traffic. You can configure your browser to block or disable cookies, though some features of the Site may not function properly without them.

6. Your Data Rights & Choices

Depending on your location (including rights under the GDPR and local privacy laws), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access & Correction: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you or ask us to correct inaccurate information.

  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data or remove your featured launch listing from our Site.

  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing or promotional communications at any time via the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at eldho@makerio.io.

7. Data Security & Retention

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your information against loss, unauthorized access, or disclosure. We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the services requested, maintain legitimate business records, and comply with legal requirements.

8. Children’s Privacy

Makerio is intended for adult creators, indie hackers, and founders. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, feedback, or data privacy requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: eldho@makerio.io