Last updated: March 29, 2026
When you create an account, we collect your email address and a password (stored as a one-way hash). When you use Plan My Backpack, we store the content you create — backpacks, gear items, images, and related data.
We automatically collect basic usage data such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited. We use Google Analytics to understand aggregate traffic patterns.
We use your information to:
Backpacks you create on Plan My Backpack are publicly viewable. This includes the backpack name, description, items, weights, images, and tags. Your email address is never displayed publicly.
Images you upload are stored on our cloud infrastructure and processed through automated content moderation (AWS Rekognition) to detect inappropriate content. Images are publicly accessible as part of your backpack and gear listings.
We use essential cookies to keep you signed in and maintain your session. We use Google Analytics cookies to understand how visitors use the site. You can disable analytics cookies through your browser settings.
We share data with the following third-party services:
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days. Anonymized, aggregate data may be retained indefinitely.
You have the right to:
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@planmybackpack.com.
We use industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (HTTPS), hashed passwords (bcrypt), and secure session management. No system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
Plan My Backpack is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@planmybackpack.com.
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the site or sending an email. Continued use of Plan My Backpack after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have questions about this privacy policy, contact us at support@planmybackpack.com.