Privacy Policy for duostories.org

Effective Date: Nov 16, 2023

Welcome to duostories.org!

Your privacy is critically important to us. At duostories.org, we are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring transparency about how it's used. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how it's used, and the measures we take to protect it. If you have any questions, contact us on Discord.

1. Data Collection:

When you register on duostories.org, we collect the following information:

  • Username: To create a unique identity on our platform.
  • Email Address: For account verification, communication, and password recovery.
  • Hashed Password: To securely manage access to your account.

For both registered and non-registered users, we track story completion to analyze readership trends and improve our services. This data is collected anonymously for users who are not logged in.

2. Use of Data:

The data we collect is used for the following purposes:

  • To analyze the popularity and readership of our stories.
  • To provide registered users with a personalized track of stories they have read.

3. Consent and User Choice:

By registering on duostories.org, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this policy. If you choose to use our website anonymously, we only collect non-personal data related to story completions.

4. Data Storage and Security:

Your personal data is stored in a secure MySQL database. We use advanced security measures, including password hashing with salt, to protect your data from unauthorized access.

5. User Rights:

You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data. To do so, please contact us via our Discord channel at https://discord.gg/4NGVScARR3. We will typically delete your username and email address upon request.

6. Changes to the Privacy Policy:

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top.

7. Contact Information:

For any questions or concerns regarding your privacy, please contact us at:

8. Use of Cookies and Tracking:

At duostories.org, we value your privacy and aim for transparency in all our data practices. In line with this commitment:

  • Use of Cookies: We use cookies solely for the purpose of maintaining user sessions. These cookies enable you to stay logged in to your account, providing a seamless experience as you navigate through our stories.
  • No Cross-Website Tracking: We do not engage in cross-website tracking or analytics. Your activity on duostories.org is not monitored across other websites.
  • No Third-Party Cookies: We do not use third-party cookies. All cookies on our site are strictly limited to the functionalities of duostories.org and enhancing your user experience.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings, though please note that disabling cookies may impact your experience on our site.

Thank you for being a part of duostories.org. We are committed to protecting your privacy and creating a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our users.