Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 29, 2025
Operated by: Cornerstone Strategy LLC

Part I. Route X Global Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Route X is a coaching and client-management, and professional development platform operated by Cornerstone Strategy LLC ("Route X", "we", "us" or "our"), a company based in the State of New Jersey, United States.

We are committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of all personal information and coaching-related content processed through our services. Route X does not sell or rent user data, and Route X does not use your content to train artificial intelligence ("AI") models unless you provide explicit, voluntary, and revocable Opt-in consent.

2. Scope of This Policy

This Policy applies to personal information collected when you:

  • Use Route X web application
  • Visit our website
  • Communicate with our support team
  • Participate in events, webinars, or training sessions
  • Connect third-party integrations (e.g., Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, Zoom, Google Meet)

This Policy does not apply where Route X acts as a data processor under separate agreements with enterprise customers.

3. Information We Collect

A. Account Information

We collect:

  • Name, email address, username
  • Password (hashed)
  • Optional profile attributes (e.g., time zone, phone number, organization, role/title, profile picture etc.)
  • Authentication metadata (IP address, browser/device type, login timestamps)

B. Usage Data

Includes:

  • Access logs, session duration
  • Pages visited, clicks, form submissions
  • Device information, browser settings

Used exclusively for security, diagnostics, performance improvement, and analytics.

C. Coaching Content (Highly Sensitive Data)

May include:

  • Session notes, goals, action items, worksheets, journals
  • Session logs and metadata
  • Uploaded files, documents, voice or video recordings
  • Coaching program materials
  • Data synced from integrations (calendar events, meeting metadata)

We do not access or use Coaching Content except to provide the core functionality of the platform, transmit or display it to authorized users, troubleshoot issues with your explicit permission, or where required by law.

4. How We Use Information

We use personal information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Route X platform
  • Authenticate accounts and secure access
  • Deliver features, integrations, reminders, and notifications
  • Analyze usage patterns for performance optimization
  • Respond to support requests
  • Comply with legal requirements

We do not use Coaching content for:

  • Advertising
  • Behavioral profiling
  • AI training (unless explicitly Opted-in)
  • Sale or targeted sharing

5. AI Model Training and Opt-In Consent

Route X does not use Coaching Content for AI model training without your explicit consent.

A. Anonymous Data Used Without Opt-in

To improve security, reliability, and platform intelligence, we may use:

  • Aggregate, de-identified usage analytics
  • Non-personal metadata (feature usage, performance metrics)

This data cannot identify individuals and does not include Coaching Content.

B. Opt-in for AI Model Training (User-Controlled)

You may voluntarily choose to opt-in to allow Route X to use strictly anonymized and de-identified Coaching Content signals for improving machine learning models.

Before use:

  • Personal identifiers are irreversibly removed
  • Organization names, people names, and contextual identifiers are removed
  • Text is transformed into abstracted coaching signals (topics, categories, session dynamics)

Opt-in is not required to use Route X and can be withdrawn at any time.

C. No Raw Session Notes or Identifiable Text Used

Even with opt-in, Route X does not use raw text, logs, or identifiable session data for training models.

D. Exclusion of Third-Party Integration Data from AI Training

Data obtained through third-party integrations (including Google Calendar, Google Meet, Microsoft Outlook, and Zoom) is never used for AI model training, regardless of opt-in status. This data is used exclusively to provide and improve the core scheduling and appointment functionality of the Route X platform.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies classified as:

  • Essential Cookies: Authentication, security, session management
  • Functional Cookies: Preferences, time zone, language
  • Analytics Cookies: Aggregated performance and usage metrics

Users may manage cookie settings through browser controls or available platform options.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational safeguards, including:

  • TLS encryption in transit
  • Encryption at rest
  • Password hashing
  • Network segmentation
  • Privileged access controls
  • Continuous monitoring and vulnerability assessment

8. Staff Access Controls & Audit Logging

  • Access is based on least-privilege principles
  • Coaching Content access requires elevated authorization and is tightly restricted
  • All access events are recorded in immutable audit logs
  • Logs are monitored to prevent unauthorized access
  • Subprocessors must meet equivalent security and confidentiality standards

9. Data Retention & Backup Retention (30 Days)

  • Account data is retained during the period of active use
  • Coaching Content is retained until you delete it or terminate your account
  • Backups are for disaster recovery only and maintained for up to 30 days
  • Deleted data may remain in encrypted backup archives for a maximum of 30 days, after which it is automatically purged

10. Data Transfers (Including Japan → U.S.)

Data is stored and processed in the United States.

For users in Japan, transfers occur in compliance with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information ("APPI"), including ensuring:

  • Adequate protective measures
  • Contractual safeguards
  • Transparency regarding overseas transfer

11. Third-Party Integrations

Route X integrates with third-party services to provide scheduling, calendar synchronization, and video conferencing functionality. These integrations are optional and activated only with your explicit consent via OAuth authorization.

A. Google Calendar & Google Meet Integration

When you connect your Google account, Route X requests access to your Google Calendar through the following OAuth scopes:

  • .../auth/calendar.events — View and edit events on your calendars
  • .../auth/userinfo.email — See your primary Google Account email address
  • .../auth/userinfo.profile — See your personal info, including any personal info you've made publicly available
  • openid — Associate you with your personal info on Google

Data collected from Google Calendar:

  • Calendar event metadata (event title, date, time, duration, attendees, and meeting links)
  • Google Meet conference links associated with calendar events

How we use Google Calendar data:

  • To create, update, and manage coaching appointment events directly from the Route X platform
  • To display upcoming appointments and scheduling availability
  • To generate Google Meet links for virtual coaching sessions

Route X does not access Google Meet recordings, transcripts, or any meeting content. We only access calendar event metadata and conference links for scheduling purposes.

B. Zoom Integration

When you connect your Zoom account, Route X accesses Zoom via OAuth to:

  • Create and manage Zoom meeting links for coaching sessions
  • Retrieve meeting metadata (meeting ID, join URL, scheduled time)

Route X does not:

  • Access Zoom cloud recordings or transcripts
  • Access Zoom chat messages
  • Monitor or record Zoom meetings
  • Access participant video or audio streams

C. Microsoft Outlook Calendar Integration

When you connect your Microsoft account, Route X accesses your Outlook Calendar to:

  • Create, update, and manage coaching appointment events
  • Display upcoming appointments and scheduling availability

D. General Integration Policies

  • All integrations are activated only after you provide explicit consent through the OAuth authorization flow
  • OAuth tokens are stored securely with encryption at rest and are used solely to maintain your authorized connection
  • You may disconnect any integration at any time from the Integrations settings page, which immediately revokes Route X's access
  • Upon disconnection, all stored OAuth tokens for that integration are permanently deleted from our systems
  • Integration data synced to Route X (e.g., event metadata) follows the same retention policy as other platform data (see Section 9)
  • Data obtained from third-party integrations is used exclusively to provide and improve the core scheduling and appointment functionality of Route X
  • Data from integrations is never used for advertising, AI model training, behavioral profiling, sale, or any purpose unrelated to providing the Route X service

12. Google API Services — Limited Use Disclosure

Route X's use and transfer to any other app of information received from Google APIs will adhere to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

Route X accesses Google user data (via Google Calendar API and Google authentication) solely to provide and improve the user-facing features described in this Privacy Policy. Specifically:

  • Limited Use: Route X only uses Google user data to provide and improve the scheduling and appointment management features of the application. We do not use Google user data for any other purpose.
  • No Transfer for Advertising: Route X does not use or transfer Google user data for serving advertisements, including retargeting, personalized, or interest-based advertising.
  • No Unauthorized Transfer: Route X does not transfer Google user data to third parties unless doing so is (a) necessary to provide or improve the user-facing features of the application and apparent to the user, (b) required to comply with applicable law, or (c) part of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale with notice to users.
  • No Human Reading Without Consent: Route X does not allow humans to read Google user data unless (a) we have the user's affirmative agreement, (b) it is necessary for security purposes (e.g., investigating abuse), (c) it is necessary to comply with applicable law, or (d) the data is aggregated and anonymized and used for internal operations.
  • No AI/ML Training: Route X does not use Google user data for developing, improving, or training generalized or non-personalized AI and/or ML models. The AI opt-in described in Section 5 of this Privacy Policy explicitly excludes all data obtained from Google APIs.

13. Third-Party Service Providers (Subprocessors)

We may engage trusted third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our services, perform service-related tasks, or assist in analyzing how our service is used. These third parties have access to personal information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are contractually obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Categories of subprocessors include:

  • Cloud infrastructure and hosting providers
  • Payment processing services
  • Email and notification delivery services
  • Analytics providers (aggregated, non-personal data only)
  • Customer support tools

All subprocessors are bound by data processing agreements that require compliance with equivalent privacy and security standards.

14. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, commonly used format
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously granted consent (e.g., AI training opt-in, integration connections) at any time
  • Restriction of Processing: Request that we limit processing of your data in certain circumstances
  • Objection: Object to processing of your personal information in certain circumstances

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@route-x.app. We will respond to valid requests within the timeframe required by applicable law.

15. Children's Privacy

Route X is not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@route-x.app.

16. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, Route X will:

  • Notify affected users without undue delay and within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach, where feasible
  • Provide details of the nature of the breach, the data affected, and recommended protective measures
  • Notify relevant supervisory authorities as required by applicable law
  • Take immediate steps to contain and remediate the breach

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Effective Date"
  • Notify you via email or in-app notification for significant changes
  • Obtain renewed consent where required by applicable law

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of Route X after the revised policy becomes effective constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

18. Dispute Resolution

If you have a concern about our privacy practices, please contact us at support@route-x.app. We will work to resolve your concern promptly.

If we are unable to resolve your concern to your satisfaction, you may have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority or pursue remedies under applicable law.

Part II. Japan Supplement (APPI Compliance)

Applies to users residing in Japan.

1. Purpose Specification

Personal data is used strictly within the scope defined in Part I, Section 4.

2. Third-Party Provision

We do not provide personal data to third parties except:

  • With your consent
  • As required by law
  • As part of entrusting processing to service providers (not considered "third-party provision" under APPI)

3. Entrusted Processing

We supervise processors appropriately and require:

  • Security measures
  • Confidentiality contracts
  • Approval for further subcontracting

4. Overseas Transfer to the U.S.

Transfers include:

  • Notice of overseas destination
  • Assessment of protection measures
  • Contractual commitments ensuring appropriate safeguards

5. Requests for Disclosure, Correction, Suspension

You may request:

  • Disclosure of Retained Personal Data
  • Correction, addition, deletion
  • Suspension of use or provision

All requests: support@route-x.app

6. Cookies Under APPI Guidelines

Cookies use complies with relevant guidance from the PPC of Japan.

7. Sensitive Information

Coaching-related information is not automatically classified as "Special Care-Required Information," but Route X treats it with heightened safeguards.

Part III. California Supplement (CCPA/CPRA)

Applies to California residents.

1. Notice at Collection

We collect categories listed in Part I.

2. Consumer Rights

  • Access
  • Deletion
  • Correction
  • Information on disclosures

3. Sensitive Personal Information

Not used for purposes requiring an opt-out.

4. Do Not Sell or Share

Route X does not sell or share personal information.

Part IV. EU/UK GDPR Supplement (Framework)

(To be fully expanded upon EU launch.)

  • Lawful bases for processing
  • Rights of access, rectification, erasure, portability
  • Special category data rules
  • International transfer mechanisms (SCCs)
  • EU/UK representative (to be designated)

Part V. Definitions

"Coaching Content":
User-submitted content such as notes, logs, goals, documents, worksheets, or recordings.
"Personal Information":
Information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
"Google User Data":
Data obtained through Google API Services, including calendar event data and user profile information from Google accounts.
"Aggregated Data":
Data that cannot reasonably identify an individual.
"Retained Personal Data" (APPI):
Personal data over which we have authority to disclose, correct, or delete.
"Sell / Share" (CCPA):
Disclosure for monetary or targeted advertising gain (not performed by Route X).
"Subprocessor":
A vendor engaged to process data on Route X's behalf.

Contact Us

For questions regarding this privacy policy:

support@route-x.app
Cornerstone Strategy LLC
New Jersey, United States
cornerstone-strategy.com