Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
Introduction
SkipBeat is an uptime monitoring service operated by an individual developer. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data. By using SkipBeat you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
- Email address — collected when you register, used for authentication and account management.
- Service URLs — the URLs you add for monitoring. These are periodically requested by our infrastructure to check availability.
- Telegram chat ID — stored if you connect Telegram alerts, used solely to deliver down and recovery notifications.
- Usage data — basic operational data such as check results, response times, and incident records associated with your services.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide the uptime monitoring service and display results in your dashboard.
- To send alert notifications via Telegram when a monitored service changes status.
- To process subscription payments securely through Polar.
- To maintain your account and respond to support requests.
We do not sell your data, use it for advertising, or share it with third parties beyond what is necessary to operate the service.
Data Storage
All account data, service configurations, and monitoring records are stored on Microsoft Azure infrastructure located in the South India region. Data is encrypted at rest and in transit.
Third-Party Services
SkipBeat relies on the following third-party services to function:
Each of these providers has their own privacy policies governing how they handle data passed to them.
Data Retention
Your account data, service configurations, and incident history are retained for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, all associated data will be permanently removed within 30 days.
Monitoring logs older than 90 days may be periodically pruned to keep the service performant.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Contact
For privacy-related questions or data requests, reach us at info@skipbeat.dev.