Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AuthCord ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our Discord authentication and subscription management service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Discord Information

When you authenticate with Discord, we receive:

• Your Discord user ID
• Your Discord username and avatar
• Your email address (if authorized)
• Server membership information (for role management)

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect:

• IP addresses and device information
• API usage and request logs
• Authentication timestamps
• Hardware identifiers (if HWID protection is enabled)

2.3 Payment Information

Payment processing is handled by Stripe, PayPal, or other payment providers. We do not store full credit card numbers. We receive transaction confirmations and subscription status from these providers.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the Service
• Authenticate users and manage subscriptions
• Process payments and prevent fraud
• Send important service notifications
• Improve our Service and develop new features
• Enforce our Terms of Service

4. Information Sharing

We share information with:

• Developers: Application developers see user data for their apps (Discord ID, subscription status, products owned)
• Payment Providers: To process transactions
• Service Providers: Cloud hosting, analytics, and error monitoring services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request deletion of your data at any time. Some data may be retained for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or legitimate business purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us through Discord or email.

8. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

10. International Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or dashboard notification. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us through our Discord server.