FiveBrowse ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Discord account information (username, user ID, avatar) when you authenticate
• Server listing information (name, description, images, tags, region, language, CFX code)
• Reviews and ratings you post
• Votes you submit for servers
• Communications you send to us (support requests, feedback)
• Any other information you choose to provide

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use FiveBrowse, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and general location information
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and features used
• Time and date of visits
• Referring website addresses
• Click-stream data and interaction patterns

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Authenticate your account
• Analyze platform usage and performance
• Provide personalized content
• Prevent fraud and improve security

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit platform functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Primary Uses

We use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
• Create and manage your account
• Display server listings and user-generated content
• Process votes and reviews
• Calculate server rankings and statistics
• Personalize your experience
• Respond to your requests and provide customer support
• Send important notices about the Platform

2.2 Analytics and Improvements

We use your information to:

• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Monitor platform performance and stability
• Develop new features and functionality
• Conduct research and analytics
• Optimize user experience

2.3 Security and Compliance

We use your information to:

• Detect, prevent, and investigate fraud and abuse
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect against security threats
• Comply with legal obligations
• Respond to legal requests and prevent harm

2.4 Communications

With your consent where required, we may use your information to:

• Send service updates and announcements
• Notify you about platform changes
• Respond to your inquiries
• Send marketing communications (you can opt out anytime)

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Public Information

The following information is publicly visible on the Platform:

• Your Discord username and avatar
• Server listings you create
• Reviews and ratings you post
• Your profile information
• Badges you've earned

3.2 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Hosting and infrastructure providers
• Analytics services
• Email service providers
• Payment processors (for premium features)
• Security and fraud prevention services

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of users or the public
• Investigate potential violations

3.4 Business Transfers

If FiveBrowse is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you give us explicit consent to do so.

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Discord Authentication

We use Discord OAuth2 for authentication. When you log in with Discord, we receive limited information from Discord according to their privacy policy. Your use of Discord is subject to Discord's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

4.2 Analytics Services

We may use third-party analytics services to understand platform usage. These services may collect information about your use of the Platform and other websites.

4.3 External Links

The Platform may contain links to external websites (including Discord servers and FiveM servers). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication protocols
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authorization
• Secure hosting infrastructure

5.2 No Absolute Security

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

5.3 Your Responsibility

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

6. Data Retention

6.1 Retention Period

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Platform and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

6.2 Account Deletion

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information. Some information may be retained in backups for a limited period or as required by law.

6.3 Public Content

Reviews, server listings, and other public content may remain on the Platform after account deletion, but will be anonymized and disassociated from your account.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.

7.2 Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through account settings or by contacting us. This will remove your personal information subject to our retention policies.

7.3 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in emails or updating your communication preferences.

7.4 Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

7.5 Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals.

8. Regional Privacy Rights

8.1 European Economic Area (EEA) and UK

If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK GDPR, including:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restriction: Limit how we use your personal data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your data protection authority

Our legal basis for processing your data includes: (a) consent you provide, (b) performance of our contract with you, (c) compliance with legal obligations, and (d) our legitimate interests in operating the Platform.

8.2 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• Right to Know: Request information about data collection and use
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of sale or sharing of personal information
• Right to Limit: Limit use of sensitive personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information as described in Section 3 of this Privacy Policy.

8.3 Other Jurisdictions

Residents of other jurisdictions may have additional privacy rights under local laws. Contact us to exercise your rights or learn more about rights available to you.

8.4 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information in Section 12. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

9. Children's Privacy

9.1 Age Requirements

FiveBrowse is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9.2 Parental Consent

Users between 13 and 18 years of age should have parental or guardian consent before using the Platform.

9.3 Discovery of Children's Data

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

10.1 Cross-Border Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.

10.2 Safeguards

When we transfer your information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
• Adequacy decisions by regulatory bodies
• Other lawful transfer mechanisms

10.3 Consent to Transfer

By using FiveBrowse, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

11.1 Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

11.2 Notification of Changes

For significant changes, we will provide notice through:

• Email notification to registered users
• Prominent notice on the Platform
• In-app notifications

11.3 Continued Use

Your continued use of the Platform after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. If you do not agree to the changes, please stop using the Platform and delete your account.

12. Contact Information

12.1 General Inquiries

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Support page: https://fivebrowse.com/support

12.2 Data Protection Officer

For EEA/UK residents, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at: [email protected]

12.3 Supervisory Authority

EEA/UK residents have the right to lodge a complaint with their local data protection supervisory authority.

13. Additional Information

13.1 Categories of Personal Information

We collect the following categories of personal information:

• Identifiers (Discord ID, username, IP address)
• Internet activity (browsing history, interactions)
• Geolocation data (general location from IP)
• User-generated content (reviews, listings, comments)
• Professional information (for business accounts)
• Inferences (preferences, characteristics)

13.2 Sources of Information

We collect information from:

• Directly from you
• Automatically through your use of the Platform
• From Discord when you authenticate
• From third-party analytics services

13.3 Business Purposes

We use personal information for the following business purposes:

• Providing and maintaining the Platform
• Improving and developing features
• Customer service and support
• Security and fraud prevention
• Analytics and research
• Marketing and communications
• Legal compliance