Legal

Privacy policy

Last updated August 2026

1. Introduction

Hank Solutions, Inc. ("Hank," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Hank platform and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, do not use the Services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly and information collected automatically when you use the Services:

Account Information

  • Name, email address, and password
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Professional title and role

Organization Information

  • Company or organization name
  • Business address and contact information
  • Team member information for collaboration features

Knowledge Base Content

  • Documents and files you upload
  • Past performance information and case studies
  • Company capabilities, certifications, and qualifications
  • Pricing information and rate structures

Usage Data

  • Features and functions you use within the Services
  • RFPs and opportunities you view or interact with
  • Proposals and documents you generate

Device and Log Data

  • IP address and approximate location
  • Browser type, version, and settings
  • Device type and operating system
  • Access times and referring URLs

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information through the following methods:

  • Directly from you: When you register for an account, upload documents, enter information into your Knowledge Base, or communicate with us
  • Automatically: Through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies when you access or use the Services
  • From publicly available sources: We aggregate RFP and opportunity data from publicly available government procurement sources to provide our matching and discovery features

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Services
  • Process and analyze RFPs to extract key requirements and deadlines
  • Generate proposal content tailored to your organization's capabilities
  • Score and rank opportunities based on relevance to your business
  • Send notifications about new opportunities, deadlines, and account activity
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve the Services
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

5. AI and Automated Processing

Hank uses artificial intelligence to analyze RFPs, score opportunities for relevance, and generate proposal content. When you use these features, our AI processes information from your Knowledge Base to personalize outputs to your organization's specific capabilities and experience.

Hank does not use your data to train artificial intelligence or machine learning models. AI processing is performed solely to provide the Services to you.

AI-generated content, including proposal drafts and analysis, is provided as a starting point and should be reviewed and verified by qualified professionals before submission to any government entity.

6. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
  • Within your organization: With team members you have authorized to access your organization's account
  • To comply with legal requirements: When required by law, subpoena, court order, or other legal process
  • In connection with business transfers: If Hank is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction
  • To protect rights and safety: When we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Hank, our users, or others

7. Data Storage, Security, and Retention

Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure infrastructure located in the United States. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data at rest and in transit
  • Access controls and authentication requirements
  • Regular security monitoring and vulnerability assessments
  • Secure development practices and code review

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Services. Upon termination of your account:

  • Your data will be retained for 30 days to allow you to export your information
  • After 30 days, your data will be permanently deleted from our systems
  • You may request immediate deletion at any time by contacting us

Aggregated, anonymized data that cannot be used to identify you may be retained indefinitely for analytics and service improvement purposes.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request that we update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information
  • Portability: Request your data in a portable, machine-readable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@hank.bid. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: You may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you
  • Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. However, we do not sell personal information
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights

To submit a CCPA request, please contact us at legal@hank.bid. You may designate an authorized agent to make a request on your behalf.

10. International Data Transfers

The Services are operated in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that information you provide to us will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using the Services, you consent to this transfer and processing.

We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of where it is processed.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or through a prominent notice on the Services at least 30 days before the changes take effect.

Your continued use of the Services after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Hank Solutions, Inc.
Email: legal@hank.bid

For general support: support@hank.bid