Privacy Policy

By accessing or using our website and the DCBL bot services, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy governs your interaction with DCBL's website, bot services, and any other tools or resources provided by us. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please refrain from using our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect and store various types of information when you use our services, including but not limited to:

• Account Information: This includes your Discord username, user ID, email (if provided), and any other information you voluntarily provide while using the platform or interacting with our services.
• Usage Data: Data related to how you use our platform, including actions you take on the website or bot. This may include which pages you visit, buttons you click, features you interact with, and logs of all activity. We also collect metadata such as the time spent on each page and interaction timestamps.
• Content Submitted: Any user-generated content that you submit, such as banning or reporting users, will be stored. This includes the reason for the ban, the affected user’s ID, and any other information relevant to the action.
• Device and Log Data: We automatically collect information about your device, such as your IP address, browser type, device model, operating system, and cookies. This helps us improve service reliability, detect fraud, and secure our platform.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to track your use of the platform. These technologies help us improve user experience, track preferences, and analyze traffic patterns to optimize our platform.
• Third-Party Data: We may receive additional data from third-party services (such as Discord) that provide certain functionalities to our platform. This can include server details, guild memberships, and user interaction history.

All data collected is handled with the utmost care, ensuring privacy and security for our users.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to:

• Provide and maintain our services, including user reports and community ban lists.
• Improve the functionality and reliability of the DCBL bot and website.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including Discord's Terms of Service.
• Monitor the activity on our platform to detect malicious activity or violations of our terms.

3. Data Security

We employ industry-standard measures to protect your data. However, no data transmission over the internet or storage method is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, as part of using DCBL's services, your submitted ban or report data may be accessible to other communities using the platform. Additionally, your data will be shared with any and all DCBL (Discord Community Ban List) Developers, subject to contractual obligations ensuring data protection.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including the maintenance of ban lists and reports. You can request the removal of your data by contacting us directly, and we will comply with such requests in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we have collected about you.
• Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request the deletion of your data, subject to our legal obligations.
• Opt-out of certain data collection practices, where applicable.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make any material changes, we will notify you by updating the date at the top of this page or by other means, as appropriate. By continuing to use our services after any such changes, you agree to the updated terms.

8. Compliance with Discord's Terms of Service

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure and positive community, you must adhere to Discord's Terms of Service and Community Guidelines while using DCBL. Any actions that violate these terms may result in restrictions or suspension of access to our services.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please reach out to us at [email protected].