Privacy Policy — Seafile Server
Introduction
Seafile Server (https://seafile-server.org/) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data. It covers our website and related services and applies to visitors, users, and others who interact with us.
Information we collect
We collect information in several ways to operate and improve our site and respond to inquiries:
- Analytics cookies and similar technologies used to understand site usage, identify trends, and improve content and performance.
- Server logs generated by our web servers, which may include IP addresses, browser types, pages visited, and timestamps.
- Contact form submissions and other communications you send us, including your name, email address, and the content of your message.
How we use information
- To improve content, features, and the overall user experience on our site.
- To respond to your inquiries, messages, or service requests.
- To comply with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and legitimate interests, such as protecting rights and security.
Cookies and tracking
We may use third-party services that set cookies to help us analyze traffic and understand user behavior:
- Cloudflare: Provides performance and security services, which may set cookies on your device.
- Microsoft Clarity: An analytics service that may use cookies to collect data about user interactions for insights and optimization.
- Google Analytics: Used to measure site traffic and user engagement, which may involve cookies or other tracking technologies.
Third-party services
We may integrate services from third parties that may set cookies or track usage. Some affiliate networks and partners may place cookies on your device. Examples of such providers include:
- NordVPN
- ZoogVPN
These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we do not control their tracking technologies. You may manage cookies in your browser settings or opt out where such options are provided by the third parties.
Your rights
- Access: You may request access to your personal data held by us and obtain a copy of the information.
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data where provided by applicable law and subject to any legal obligations we must retain.
- Opt-out: EU readers (GDPR) have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, and data portability. California residents (CCPA) have rights to know what data is collected, to request deletion, and to opt out of sale of personal information where applicable. For both regimes, certain exemptions apply.
Data retention
- Server logs are retained for approximately 30 days before being anonymized or discarded, depending on system requirements and legal obligations.
- Contact emails and form submissions are retained for as long as needed to resolve inquiries, provide support, or fulfill legal obligations, and then archived or deleted as appropriate.
Children's privacy
Our site is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If you become aware that a child under 16 has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps to remove or restrict such information.
Updates to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will provide notice and update the “Last updated” date at the top of the policy.
Contact us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you may contact us at:
Email: hello@seafile-server.org
Address: Seafile Server, Seafile Server Ltd. 100 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 2T6, CA