🔒 Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 5, 2026 · We take your privacy seriously.
1. Information We Collect
When you register and use the Forum, we collect: • Username and email address (required for registration) • Password (stored as an encrypted hash — we never store plain-text passwords) • Profile information you voluntarily provide (bio, website, Twitter handle) • Posts, comments, votes, and bookmarks you create • Your IP address and browser type (for security and spam prevention) • Session cookies necessary for login functionality
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to: • Provide and maintain the Forum • Authenticate your login and secure your account • Send important account notifications (e.g. post approval, replies) • Prevent spam, abuse, and fraudulent activity • Improve the Forum's features and performance • Respond to your support requests We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third parties.
3. Cookies
We use cookies strictly for: • Keeping you logged in (session cookie) • Remembering your dark/light theme preference We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser, but this will prevent you from logging in.
4. Data Sharing
We do not share your personal data with third parties except: • When required by law or valid legal process • To protect the safety and security of our users • With service providers who help operate the Forum (e.g. web hosting), bound by confidentiality agreements Your public posts, username, and profile information are visible to all visitors of the Forum as part of its normal operation.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information, including encrypted password storage (bcrypt), HTTPS connections, and CSRF protection. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you wish to delete your account and all associated data, contact us at support@cryptonetworkforum.com. We will process your request within 30 days.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to: • Access the personal data we hold about you • Correct inaccurate data in your profile • Request deletion of your account and data • Withdraw consent at any time by deleting your account To exercise these rights, contact us at support@cryptonetworkforum.com
8. Children's Privacy
The Forum is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately.
9. Third-Party Links
The Forum may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of significant changes via email or a notice on the Forum. Continued use of the Forum after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact: 📧 support@cryptonetworkforum.com 🌐 cryptonetworkforum.com