./privacy_policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. Information We Collect

When you authenticate with Discord, we receive and store:

• Discord User ID: A unique identifier for your account
• Username: Your Discord display name
• Avatar: Your Discord profile picture URL
• Guild List: Used only to verify Tinkerer Club membership (not stored)

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

• Authenticate you as a Tinkerer Club member
• Display your username and avatar on ideas you submit
• Track your votes to prevent duplicate voting

3. Data Storage

Your data is stored in a secure MariaDB database on servers we control. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties.

4. Cookies

We use a session cookie to keep you logged in. This cookie:

• Is essential for the Service to function
• Contains only a session identifier
• Expires after 7 days of inactivity
• Is marked HttpOnly and Secure

5. Data Retention

Your account data is retained as long as you remain a Tinkerer Club member. If you leave the Discord server, you can request deletion of your data.

6. Your Rights

You can:

• View all ideas and votes you've submitted
• Delete your own ideas
• Request a copy of your data
• Request deletion of your account

7. Security

We implement security measures including:

• HTTPS encryption for all traffic
• Secure session management
• Rate limiting to prevent abuse
• Regular security updates

8. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

9. Contact

For privacy concerns, reach out in the Tinkerer Club Discord.