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Privacy Policy

Last updated : 16/03/2026

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what data Flatboard collects, how we use it, and what your rights are.

1. Data We Collect

When you register and use Flatboard, we collect:

  • Registration data: username, email address, password (encrypted).
  • Profile data: information you choose to add to your public profile.
  • Browsing data: IP address, browser type, pages visited (for security and anonymous statistics).
  • Published content: messages, discussions, and other contributions you submit.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Manage your account and authenticate you.
  • Allow you to participate in discussions.
  • Send you forum-related notifications (if you have enabled them).
  • Ensure the security of the service and prevent abuse.
  • Improve the service through aggregated, anonymous statistics.

3. Cookies

Flatboard uses strictly necessary cookies for the service to function (session, CSRF security). No advertising or third-party tracking cookies are used.

4. Data Sharing

Your personal data is not sold or shared with third parties for commercial purposes. It may be disclosed to competent authorities when required by law.

5. Data Retention

Your data is kept for as long as your account is active. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time by contacting us at contact@flatboard.org.

6. Your Rights

Under applicable regulations (GDPR for EU residents), you have the following rights:

  • Right of access to your personal data.
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate data.
  • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten").
  • Right to data portability.
  • Right to object to processing.

To exercise these rights, reach us at contact@flatboard.org or via the forum at https://flatboard.org.

7. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or alteration.

8. Contact

For any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may reach us at contact@flatboard.org or via the forum at https://flatboard.org.