Soado Boards

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 12, 2025

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you register, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Password (encrypted)
  • Account creation date

    • Board and Message Data

    When you use the service, we store:

  • Board titles and descriptions
  • Message text and signatures
  • Timestamps for boards and messages

    • Technical Information

    We may collect:

  • IP addresses for security purposes
  • Browser information
  • Usage patterns to improve the service

    • How We Use Your Information

    To Provide the Service

  • Create and manage your boards
  • Display messages on boards
  • Authenticate your account
  • Send important service updates

    • To Improve the Service

  • Analyze usage patterns
  • Fix bugs and issues
  • Develop new features

    • Security

  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Protect against unauthorized access
  • Maintain service integrity

    • Information Sharing

    We do not sell your personal information.

    We may share information:

  • When required by law
  • To protect our rights or safety
  • With service providers who help us operate (under strict confidentiality)

    • Data Security

    We implement security measures to protect your data:

  • Passwords are encrypted using industry-standard hashing
  • Secure database storage
  • Regular security updates

    • Your Rights

    You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Update your information
  • Export your board data

    • Board Privacy

    Public Boards

  • Boards are accessible via unique URLs
  • Anyone with the URL can view and add messages
  • Boards are not listed in public directories

    • Message Deletion

  • Board owners can delete messages
  • Users cannot edit or delete their own messages after posting

    • Data Retention

  • Active accounts: data retained while account is active
  • Deleted accounts: data permanently deleted within 30 days
  • Inactive accounts: we may delete accounts inactive for 2+ years

    • Cookies

    We use session cookies for:

  • Maintaining your login session
  • Remembering your preferences

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this policy. We'll notify you of significant changes via email or service announcement.

Contact

Questions about privacy? Contact us at privacy@soado.com

By using Soado Boards, you consent to this Privacy Policy.