Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
1. Data We Collect
When you use Arduino Forum, we may collect the following information:
- Account information: username, email address, and password hash when you register with email/password.
- OAuth profile data: name and email provided by Google or Facebook when you sign in via those services.
- Content you create: posts, replies, and any files you upload to the forum.
- Usage data: pages visited, interactions, and anonymous analytics.
2. How We Use Your Data
- To provide and maintain the forum service.
- To authenticate you and keep your account secure.
- To send notifications about replies to your posts.
- To improve the platform based on usage patterns.
- To generate AI-assisted answers using your post content as context.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
3. Cookies
We use cookies to maintain your session and preferences. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Authentication cookies persist for up to 30 days. See our Cookie Policy for full details.
4. Third-Party Services
Google OAuth: If you sign in with Google, Google may collect data per their Privacy Policy.
Facebook OAuth: If you sign in with Facebook, Meta may collect data per their Privacy Policy.
Anthropic AI:When AI-assisted answers are generated, post content is sent to Anthropic's API. See Anthropic's Privacy Policy.
Neon (PostgreSQL):Your data is stored in Neon's managed PostgreSQL cloud service.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your account and associated data.
- Object to processing of your data.
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@arduinoforum.com.
6. Contact
For privacy-related inquiries, please email us at contact@arduinoforum.com.