Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
AIShelf is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our IDE extension and related services. By using AIShelf, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
What We Collect
GitHub Authentication Data
- GitHub User ID (numeric identifier)
- GitHub Username
- Email address
Registry Connection Metadata
When you connect to a registry, we collect:
- GitHub Repository ID (numeric identifier)
- Repository owner information (username, type: User or Organization)
- Repository privacy status (public or private)
- GitHub repository URL
- Connection timestamp (when you last accessed the registry)
Subscription Information
- Subscription seat count
- Subscription creation date
- Associated entity (user or organization)
Feedback Submissions (Voluntary)
When you submit feedback through our extension, we collect:
- Your GitHub username
- Your email address (if available)
- Extension version
- IDE version (VS Code, Cursor, etc.)
- Operating system platform
- Number of connected registries
- Error messages (if reporting a bug)
- Feedback content you provide
What We NEVER Collect
Data Storage & Security
Where We Store Your Data
- AWS DynamoDB: User accounts, registry connections, and subscription data (US East region)
- GitHub Issues: Feedback submissions (stored in our private GitHub repository)
How We Protect Your Data
- Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Encryption at rest (AWS encryption)
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security audits
- Secure API token handling
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Services
AIShelf integrates with the following third-party services:
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| GitHub | Authentication, repository access | User ID, username, email |
| AWS | Data storage and hosting | All collected data |
We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties or share your data with advertisers.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: support@aishelf.dev
We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes through the extension's changelog or release notes. Continued use of AIShelf after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: support@aishelf.dev
Website: https://aishelf.dev
Summary
We collect minimal data necessary to provide the AIShelf service. We do not collect repository contents, code, or files. We do not sell your data. You have full control over your data and can request deletion at any time.