Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Account Information: Email address, username, password (hashed), and optional profile information (display name, bio, avatar, social links)
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe. We do not store credit card numbers on our servers
- Content: Showcases, comments, and other content you create or upload
- Communications: Information from your communications with us
2. Information Collected Automatically
When you use our services, we automatically collect:
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent, and referring URL
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: Features used, actions taken, and interaction patterns
- Cookies: Essential cookies for authentication and preferences
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Process transactions and send related notifications
- Send technical notices, updates, and support messages
- Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
- Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
- Detect, investigate, and prevent security incidents
- Personalize and improve your experience
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:
- With Service Providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf (Stripe for payments, cloud hosting providers)
- For Legal Reasons: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
- With Your Consent: When you have given explicit permission
- Public Content: Showcases and profile information you choose to make public
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. This includes encryption of data in transit (HTTPS), secure password hashing (bcrypt), and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time. Some information may be retained for legal, security, or business purposes.
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have certain rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Objection: Object to processing of your data
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@dotfiles.market.
8. Cookies
We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, but this may affect functionality.
9. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Stripe: Payment processing. Stripe Privacy Policy
- Cloud Hosting: For hosting our application and storing data securely
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@dotfiles.market.