Privacy Policy for MapleTrove

At MapleTrove, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website. By using MapleTrove, you consent to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
a. Discord Authentication: When you use MapleTrove, you may choose to log in or register using your Discord account. In this process, we collect basic information from your Discord account, such as your username, email address, and unique user ID. We do not have access to your Discord account's password or any other sensitive information.
b. Images: When you upload an image to MapleTrove, we store the image and its metadata, such as the image's name, size, and upload date. These images are stored on our servers and are not shared with third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent.
c. Cookies: Like many websites, MapleTrove uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized features. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that enable us to remember your preferences and settings. Some of the information collected through cookies may be considered personal data, and this data will be processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. How We Use Your Information
a. Discord Authentication: The information collected during the Discord authentication process is solely used to verify your identity and provide you with access to MapleTrove's services. We do not share this information with third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent.
b. Cookies: We use cookies to improve your website experience, understand how you use MapleTrove, and analyze user trends. This information helps us optimize our website's functionality, content, and services to better serve you.
3. Data Security
a. At MapleTrove, we take data security seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
b. While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, no online service can guarantee absolute security. Therefore, we cannot warrant the security of any information you transmit to MapleTrove, and you do so at your own risk.
4. Third-Party Services
a. MapleTrove may include links to third-party websites or services that are not under our control. Please note that these websites and services have their privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites or services.
5. Children's Privacy
a. MapleTrove is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us at mapletrove@protonmail.com to have the information removed.
6. Changes to the Privacy Policy
a. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on the MapleTrove website.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the data we hold about you, please contact us at mapletrove@protonmail.com.
Date of Last Revision: 2023-07-28