Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Mission InboxLast Updated: January 5th, 2026
1. Introduction
Mission Inbox ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices when you use our email service platform and related services (the "Service").By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our Service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Identity Information: Name, email address, company name, job title
- Contact Information: Business address, phone number
- Account Credentials: Username, encrypted password, security questions
- Billing Information: Credit card details, billing address, tax identification numbers
2.2 Email Content and Metadata
As an email service provider, we process:
- Email Content: Message body, subject lines, attachments you send through our Service
- Email Metadata: Sender and recipient addresses, timestamps, delivery status, bounce information
- Contact Lists: Recipient lists you upload or create within our platform
- Email Performance Data: Open rates, click rates, unsubscribe rates, spam complaints
- Content Analysis Data: Email patterns, content characteristics, and quality indicators used to train our MI Shield spam protection system
2.3 Technical Information
We automatically collect:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
- Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on platform, click patterns
- Log Data: Server logs, error reports, access times, API usage statistics
- Cookies and Tracking: Session identifiers, preferences, analytics data
2.4 Third-Party Integrations
When you connect third-party services:
- Integration Data: API keys, authentication tokens, synchronized data
- Connected Account Information: Data you choose to import from integrated services
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Service Provision
We use your information to:
- Deliver, maintain, and improve our email services
- Process and send your email campaigns
- Manage your account and provide customer support
- Monitor deliverability and maintain sender reputation
- Prevent spam and ensure compliance with our Acceptable Use Policy
- AI-Powered Spam Protection: Train and improve our proprietary MI Shield LLM (Large Language Model) using email content and patterns to enhance spam detection and content quality analysis
3.2 Business Operations
- Billing and Payments: Process transactions, generate invoices, manage subscriptions
- Communication: Send service updates, security alerts, and account notifications
- Analytics: Analyze platform usage to improve features and user experience
- Legal Compliance: Meet regulatory requirements and respond to legal requests
3.3 Security and Fraud Prevention
- Monitor for suspicious activity and unauthorized access
- Implement security measures and investigate potential violations
- Maintain audit logs for compliance and troubleshooting
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data
Mission Inbox does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
4.2 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in:
- Infrastructure: Cloud hosting, content delivery networks, data storage
- Payment Processing: Credit card processing, billing management
- Analytics: Usage analytics, performance monitoring (anonymized data only)
- Support Services: Customer service platforms, communication tools
All service providers are contractually bound to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:
- Comply with legal process, court orders, or government requests
- Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
- Investigate fraud, security breaches, or policy violations
- Enforce our Terms of Service
4.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify users of any such change in ownership or control.
4.5 Your Email Recipients
When you send emails through our Service, recipient information and email content are shared with:
- The intended recipients of your emails
- Email service providers in the delivery chain
- Analytics services that track email performance (when enabled)
5. Data Retention
5.1 Account Data
We retain your account information for as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter to comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
5.2 Email Data
- Email Content: Stored for up to 90 days for delivery purposes and troubleshooting
- Email Logs: Retained for up to 2 years for compliance and deliverability monitoring
- Performance Analytics: Aggregated data may be retained indefinitely in anonymized form
5.3 Deleted Data
When you delete your account:
- Account information is deleted within 30 days
- Email content in transit or recent logs may be retained for up to 90 days
- Billing records are retained as required by law and accounting standards
- Some anonymized analytics data may be retained for service improvement
6. Data Security
6.1 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- Encryption: Data encrypted in transit and at rest using AES-256
- Access Controls: Role-based access with multi-factor authentication
- Network Security: Firewalls, intrusion detection, and regular security audits
- Infrastructure: SOC 2 compliant data centers with 24/7 monitoring
6.2 Employee Access
Access to personal information is limited to employees who need it to perform their job functions. All employees undergo security training and sign confidentiality agreements.
6.3 Incident Response
In the event of a data breach, we will:
- Contain the incident and assess the scope of impact
- Notify affected users within 72 hours when required by law
- Cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities
- Take corrective measures to prevent future incidents
7. Your Privacy Rights
7.1 Access and Portability
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information we have on file
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Review email delivery logs and performance data
7.2 Correction and Updates
You can:
- Update your account information through your dashboard
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Request assistance with data corrections through support
7.3 Deletion Rights
You may request deletion of:
- Your account and associated personal information (completed within 60 days of cancellation)
- Specific email campaigns or contact lists
- Historical usage data (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Note: Account cancellation automatically triggers the 60-day deletion process for all personal information
7.4 Marketing Communications
You can opt out of:
- Marketing emails by using unsubscribe links
- Product announcements through account settings
- Newsletter communications at any time
7.5 Data Processing Objections
In certain circumstances, you may object to:
- Processing of your personal information for direct marketing
- Automated decision-making that affects you
- Use of your data for analytics purposes
8. International Data Transfers
8.1 Global Operations
Mission Inbox operates globally and may transfer data across borders to:
- Provide consistent service experience
- Comply with local data residency requirements
- Utilize cloud infrastructure and service providers
8.2 Transfer Safeguards
International transfers are protected by:
- Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with adequate protection
- Standard Contractual Clauses: EU-approved contract terms for data protection
- Certification Programs: Privacy Shield successors and similar frameworks
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
9.1 Cookie Usage
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- Essential Functions: Authentication, security, basic platform operation
- Performance: Analytics, load balancing, error tracking
- Functionality: User preferences, interface customization
- Marketing: Conversion tracking, advertising optimization (with consent)
9.2 Cookie Management
You can control cookies through:
- Browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Our cookie preference center
- Opt-out tools for analytics and advertising cookies
9.3 Do Not Track
We honor Do Not Track signals and will not track users who have enabled this browser setting.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
11. Regional Privacy Rights
11.1 European Union (GDPR)
EU residents have additional rights under GDPR including:
- Right to be forgotten (erasure)
- Right to data portability
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to object to processing
- Right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities
11.2 California (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents have rights under CCPA including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
11.3 Other Jurisdictions
We comply with applicable privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate and will honor privacy rights as required by local law.
12. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with external services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.
13. Privacy Policy Updates
13.1 Change Notifications
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated through:
- Email notification to account holders
- Prominent notice on our website
- In-app notifications
13.2 Continued Use
Your continued use of the Service after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. If you disagree with changes, you may terminate your account.
15. AI and Machine Learning
15.1 MI Shield LLM Training
Mission Inbox uses email content, patterns, and performance data to train our proprietary AI system called "MI Shield." This machine learning model helps us:
- Improve Spam Detection: Identify and prevent spam, phishing, and low-quality content
- Enhance Content Quality: Provide recommendations for better email performance
- Protect Platform Reputation: Maintain high deliverability standards for all users
- Automate Content Review: Efficiently review large volumes of email for policy compliance
15.2 Data Processing for AI Training
- Content Analysis: Email text, subject lines, and structural patterns are analyzed to identify spam characteristics
- Performance Correlation: Email engagement metrics are correlated with content features to improve quality scoring
- Anonymization: Training data is processed to remove personally identifiable information where possible
- Aggregation: Individual email patterns are combined into larger datasets for model training
15.3 AI Training Safeguards
- Data Minimization: Only content necessary for spam detection improvement is used for training
- Access Controls: AI training data is accessed only by authorized personnel and systems
- Purpose Limitation: Training data is used solely for improving spam protection and content quality
- Retention Limits: Training datasets are periodically refreshed and outdated data is removed
15.4 User Benefits
Our AI-powered spam protection benefits all users by:
- Reducing the likelihood of legitimate emails being marked as spam
- Improving overall platform deliverability and sender reputation
- Providing better content recommendations and quality insights
- Protecting the email ecosystem from evolving spam and phishing tactics
16. Contact Information
16.1 Privacy Questions
For privacy-related questions or concerns:
- Email: hey+privacy@missioninbox.com
- Mail: 251 Little Falls Drive, Wilmington, Delaware, 19808, United States of America
16.2 Data Subject Requests
To exercise your privacy rights:
- Email: hey+privacy-requests@missioninbox.com
- Online: Submit requests through your account dashboard
- Response Time: We will respond within 30 days (or as required by local law)
16.3 Data Protection Officer
For EU-related inquiries:
- Email: hey@missioninbox.com
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all users of Mission Inbox services.
