BackTrader LLC

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 6, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how BackTrader LLC ("BackTrader," "we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects information when users access the BackTrader platform.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect several categories of information, including:

Account Information

Name
Email address
Account username
Authentication credentials

Broker Integration Data

When users connect brokerage accounts to the Platform, BackTrader may access certain trading data through broker APIs.

This may include:

Trade history
Positions
Order data
Market activity
Portfolio statistics

BackTrader does not receive custody of funds.

We request and process only the access and permissions reasonably necessary to authenticate broker connections, identify linked accounts, retrieve account/trade data needed for platform features, and support user-authorized automation workflows.

Platform Usage Data

We may collect technical data including:

Device information
IP address
Browser type
Interaction with the Platform
Feature usage analytics

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

Provide trading analytics dashboards
Display user-specific performance metrics
Operate broker integrations
Improve platform performance
Prevent fraud and maintain security
Provide customer support

3. Trading Data and Analytics

BackTrader collects trading activity data in order to provide analytics dashboards and platform features.

Trading data may be stored in internal databases associated with user accounts.

This data is used to generate:

Performance analytics
Strategy metrics
Platform features and functionality

4. Aggregated and Anonymized Data

BackTrader may analyze trading data in aggregated or anonymized form.

Aggregated datasets may be used for:

Market research
Product development
Platform analytics
Statistical reporting
Commercial research datasets

Such data does not identify individual users.

BackTrader does not sell personally identifiable user information.

5. Data Sharing

We may share information with trusted service providers necessary to operate the Platform, including:

Cloud infrastructure providers
Payment processors
Security monitoring services
Broker API providers

Service providers may include authentication providers, cloud/database hosting providers, payment processors, and security/monitoring vendors as required to operate the Platform.

These providers may process data on our behalf under contractual obligations.

6. Cookies and Tracking

The Platform may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze platform usage.

Users may control cookie preferences through browser settings.

7. Data Security

BackTrader implements reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect user information.

However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

BackTrader retains user data only as long as necessary to operate the Platform and comply with legal obligations.

Account profile and billing records are retained while your account is active and for up to seven (7) years afterward where required for tax, accounting, fraud prevention, and legal compliance. Broker connection metadata and trading records are retained while your account is active and for up to three (3) years after account closure to support dispute handling, audits, and operational integrity. Application, security, and access logs are generally retained for up to twelve (12) months, except where longer retention is required for security investigations or legal obligations.

9. User Rights

Depending on jurisdiction, users may have rights to:

Access their personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of personal data
Opt out of certain data uses

Requests may be submitted to:

support@backtrader.io

10. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 18.

BackTrader does not knowingly collect data from minors.

11. International Users

Users accessing the Platform from outside the United States acknowledge that their information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

12. Changes to Privacy Policy

BackTrader may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Material updates will be communicated to users when appropriate.

13. Contact Information