Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 28, 2026

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
* Signed-in users can edit messages linked to their account
* We use a persistent first-party identifier cookie to help link messages you posted before signup/login to your account

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

We also use a persistent first-party identifier cookie to:
* Recognize your browser on return visits
* Associate previously posted messages with your account after signup/login
* Enable "My Messages" account features

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 [email protected]

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