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 project 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 What We Actually Collect (Open Source Project Reality)

As an open-source initiative, we collect minimal data:

Personal Data

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

• Email address (for newsletter, early adopter program)
• Name (for early adopter program, community participation)
• Company/organization (optional, for early adopter program context)
• Use case description (for early adopter program)
• GitHub username (for community participation)

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service through Google Analytics 4:

• Your Device's Internet Protocol address (IP address, anonymized by Google)
• 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
• Referring website information

Cookies and Tracking

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies with your consent through our cookie consent system:

• Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics tracking (with consent only)
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences
• Cookie Consent Cookies: Remember your consent choices

You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie consent tool available on every page.

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

• Manage early adopter program participation
• Send updates about the project (with consent)
• Respond to your questions and feedback
• Facilitate community discussions

3.3 Communication

• Send newsletter updates (opt-in only)
• Notify early adopters about platform integration
• Respond to support requests and questions
• Share important project announcements

4. Information Sharing

4.1 Service Providers

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

• Google Analytics: Website analytics (with your consent)
• Vercel: Website hosting and performance
• GitHub: Code repository and community features
• Email Service: Newsletter delivery (if you subscribe)
• Telegram: Community chat platform

4.2 Legal Requirements

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

4.3 Community Participation

When you participate in public areas (GitHub discussions, public feedback), that information may be viewed by the community.

5. Data Security & Retention

5.1 Security Measures

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure hosting on Vercel 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 (Google Analytics): 26 months (Google's default)
• Email Addresses: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
• Early Adopter Information: 2 years or until program completion
• Community Contributions: As long as relevant to the project

5.3 International Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside Ukraine, including United States (Google Analytics, GitHub, Vercel servers) and European Union. We ensure appropriate safeguards including Google's EU-US Data Privacy Framework compliance and standard contractual clauses.

6. Your Rights & Choices

6.1 Cookie Management

• Change your cookie preferences anytime using our cookie consent tool
• Opt out of analytics cookies while keeping functionality cookies
• Clear your browser cookies to reset all preferences

6.2 Your Control Over Data

Since we don't store personal data on our servers, your data control is straightforward:

• Cookie Settings: Use our cookie consent tool to control analytics tracking
• Google Analytics: Your analytics data is managed by Google - control it through your Google Account settings
• Email Communications: Unsubscribe from any emails using the link provided in each message
• Third-Party Platforms: For GitHub, Telegram, or other platforms - contact them directly to manage your data

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 Accessibility

We strive to make our website accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our Service, please contact us so we can work to address them.

7.4 Contact Response Times

As an open-source project maintained by volunteers, we aim to respond to privacy requests within 30 days, but response times may vary depending on current circumstances and volunteer availability.

7.5 Open Source Commitment

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