Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of your information when you use our open-source platform and tells you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

We use your personal data to provide and improve our open-source initiative. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Data

When using our Service, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information for specific purposes:

• Email address (for newsletter, community participation)
• Name (for community participation)
• Company/organization (optional, for context)
• GitHub username (for community participation)

2.2 Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service:

• Your Device's Internet Protocol address (IP address)
• Browser type and version
• Pages of our Service that you visit
• Time and date of your visit
• Time spent on those pages
• Unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data

2.3 Cookies and Tracking

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies:

• Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Website analytics tracking
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

3.1 Website Improvement

• Provide and maintain our Service
• Monitor usage to improve user experience
• Analyze which content is most helpful
• Fix bugs and optimize performance

3.2 Community Building

• Send updates about the project (with consent)
• Respond to your questions and feedback
• Facilitate community discussions

4. Information Sharing

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who help us operate:

• Analytics providers: Website analytics
• Hosting providers: Website hosting and performance
• GitHub: Code repository and community features

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect rights and safety.

5. Data Security & Retention

5.1 Security Measures

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure hosting with industry-standard protections
• Access controls and authentication for admin systems
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Data minimization - we only collect what we need

5.2 Data Retention

• Usage Data: As required by analytics provider
• Email Addresses: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
• Community Contributions: As long as relevant to the project

6. Your Rights & Choices

6.1 Your Control Over Data

• Cookie Settings: Control analytics tracking through your browser settings
• Email Communications: Unsubscribe from any emails using the link provided
• Third-Party Platforms: For GitHub or other platforms, contact them directly
• Questions: Contact us through GitHub issues for privacy-related questions

7. Contact Us

7.1 Privacy Requests

For questions about this policy or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us:

7.2 Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do:

• We'll post the updated policy on this page
• We'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top
• For significant changes, we'll notify through community channels
• Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

7.3 Open Source Commitment

As an open-source project, we believe in transparency and global developer collaboration. Our privacy practices align with our commitment to open development, minimal data collection, and respect for developers' privacy worldwide.