Privacy Policy | FindHytale | FindHytale

1. Information We Collect

Account Information:

Email address
Username and display name
Password (encrypted)
Profile information you provide

Server Information:

Server details (name, IP, description)
Server banners and logos you upload
Server verification data

Usage Data:

IP address (hashed for privacy)
Browser type and version
Pages visited and interactions
Voting history
Search queries

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide and maintain our Service
To manage your account and server listings
To process votes and prevent fraud
To send important updates and notifications
To improve our Service through analytics
To respond to your support requests
To comply with legal obligations

3. Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

Passwords are encrypted using bcrypt hashing
IP addresses are hashed for privacy protection
HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
Secure database storage with access controls
Regular security audits and updates

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Vercel and Neon. These services comply with industry-standard security practices and regulations.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and basic functionality
Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand usage patterns
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling essential cookies may affect functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

We integrate with the following third-party services:

Google Analytics: For usage analytics and insights
Vercel: For hosting and content delivery
Neon: For database services
Vercel Blob: For image storage
Stripe: For payment processing (when using premium features)
OAuth Providers: For social login (Google, Discord)

These services have their own privacy policies and we recommend reviewing them.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in these situations:

With your explicit consent
To comply with legal obligations or court orders
To protect our rights, property, or safety
With service providers who assist in operating our platform
In connection with a business transfer or acquisition

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Objection: Object to certain data processing activities
Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at findhytale@gmail.com

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where required by law to retain it.

Anonymized usage data may be retained indefinitely for analytics purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: findhytale@gmail.com

General inquiries: findhytale@gmail.com