Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At nuxt.codes, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our Service.

By using nuxt.codes, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you create an account or use our Service, we collect:

• Account Information: Email address, username, password (encrypted)
• Profile Information: Display name, bio, avatar, website URL, social media links
• Project Information: Project title, description, screenshots, demo URLs, GitHub URLs, tech stack selections
• Engagement Data: Upvotes, comments, bookmarks, and feedback you provide
• Communications: Messages sent through our moderation system, support inquiries

Information We Collect Automatically

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, projects viewed, time spent on the platform
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution, IP address
• Session Data: Login times, authentication tokens, session duration
• Interaction Data: Which projects you upvote, comment on, or bookmark

Information from Third Parties

If you sign up using GitHub OAuth, we receive:

• Your GitHub username and email address
• Your GitHub profile picture
• Basic public profile information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide the Service: Create and manage your account, display your projects and profile
• Enable Features: Process upvotes, comments, bookmarks, and notifications
• Moderation: Review project submissions, communicate feedback through moderation threads
• Notifications: Send you real-time alerts about upvotes, comments, admin feedback, and milestone achievements
• Improvements: Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience and platform features
• Communication: Send important updates about the Service, policy changes, or account issues
• Security: Protect against fraudulent activity, spam, and unauthorized access
• Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service

4. Public vs. Private Information

Public Information

The following information is publicly visible to all users:

• Your username, display name, bio, avatar, and website
• Projects you submit (after admin approval)
• Comments you post on projects
• Your upvote and bookmark counts (but not which specific projects)

Private Information

The following information is kept private:

• Your email address (never shown publicly)
• Specific projects you've upvoted or bookmarked
• Moderation communications with admins
• Account security information (passwords, tokens)

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

Public Display

• Approved projects and your public profile are visible to all users and search engines
• Your projects may be shared on our social media channels with attribution

Service Providers

• Supabase: Database hosting, authentication, and real-time features
• Hosting Providers: Infrastructure services (servers, CDN, storage)

Legal Requirements

• When required by law, court order, or government request
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• To prevent fraud or security threats

Business Transfers

• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

6. Data Storage and Security

We use Supabase for secure data storage and authentication. Your data is:

• Encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS
• Stored in secure, access-controlled databases
• Protected by industry-standard security measures
• Backed up regularly to prevent data loss
• Subject to Supabase's security and compliance standards

While we implement strong security measures, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: View all personal information we have about you
• Update: Edit your profile information, project details, and account settings
• Delete: Remove individual projects or delete your entire account
• Export: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Object: Opt out of certain data processing activities

Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through your account settings. Upon deletion:

• Your projects will be removed from public view
• Your profile will be deactivated
• Your personal information will be deleted within 30 days
• Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes
• Comments may be anonymized but not deleted to preserve discussion context

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Authentication: Keep you logged in to your account
• Preferences: Remember your theme (light/dark mode) and other settings
• Analytics: Understand how users interact with the platform
• Security: Protect against CSRF attacks and unauthorized access

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly if you disable cookies.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services. Each has its own privacy policy:

• Supabase: Database and authentication (Privacy Policy)
• GitHub: OAuth authentication (Privacy Policy)

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

11. International Users

nuxt.codes operates globally. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to data centers where our infrastructure is located. These locations may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information regardless of where it is processed.

12. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as:

• Your account remains active
• Needed to provide you with our Service
• Required to comply with legal obligations
• Necessary to resolve disputes or enforce agreements

After account deletion, we may retain anonymized or aggregated data for analytics purposes.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify you through the platform (notification banner or in-app message)
• Send an email to registered users for significant changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

14. Your Consent

By using nuxt.codes, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Service.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at: