Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters. Here's how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last updated: March 10, 2026

At Commons by Codezela, we believe in transparency about how we collect and use your data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.

At a Glance

What We Collect

Account info, content you create, and usage data

How We Use It

To provide services, improve the platform, and keep it secure

Your Control

Access, update, or delete your data at any time

1. Information We Collect

Account Information

•Name and email address (required for account creation)
•Profile information (bio, avatar, social links - optional)
•Authentication credentials (securely hashed passwords)
•OAuth tokens (if you sign in with Google or GitHub)

Content You Create

•Articles, drafts, and revisions
•Images and media files you upload
•Comments and reactions on articles
•Tags and categories you create or use

Usage Data

•IP address and browser information
•Pages visited and features used
•Device type and operating system
•Session duration and interaction patterns

Moderation Data

•Submission status and moderator notes
•Audit logs for moderation actions
•Reports and appeals you submit

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

•Provide our services: Create and manage your account, publish your content, and enable platform features
•Improve the platform: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and user experience
•Maintain security: Detect and prevent abuse, spam, and unauthorized access
•Moderate content: Review submissions and enforce our community standards
•Communicate with you: Send important updates, moderation decisions, and respond to inquiries
•Comply with legal obligations: Respond to legal requests and enforce our terms

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

•Public content: Articles you publish are publicly visible along with your author name and profile
•Service providers: Third-party services that help us operate (hosting, email, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements
•Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
•Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

4. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

•Active accounts: Data is retained while your account is active
•Deleted accounts: Most data is deleted within 30 days, with some records retained for security and legal compliance (up to 90 days)
•Published content: May remain publicly visible even after account deletion unless explicitly removed
•Audit logs: Moderation and security logs retained for up to 1 year

5. Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

•Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
•Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
•Role-based access controls
•Regular security audits and updates
•Rate limiting and abuse prevention

While we take security seriously, no system is 100% secure. Please use a strong, unique password and enable two-factor authentication when available.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

•Access: Request a copy of your personal data
•Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
•Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
•Portability: Export your content in a machine-readable format
•Objection: Object to certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

•Essential cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality
•Analytics: Understand how users interact with our platform (anonymized)
•Preferences: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling essential cookies may affect platform functionality.

8. Children's Privacy

Commons is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice on our platform. Continued use of Commons after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Questions About Privacy?

We're committed to protecting your privacy. If you have questions or concerns about how we handle your data, we're here to help.

Contact Privacy Team