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====== OARC GDPR / Privacy Policy ======

Status: DRAFT

At OARC, we take your privacy seriously. We aim to collect as little personal data as possible and keep it only for as long as necessary. This policy applies to our main website and any affiliated projects or initiatives.

===== 1. What We Collect =====

We only collect personal data when it's essential—for example:

Contact information (like name or email) if you contact us or sign up for a service.

Technical data (like IP addresses or browser type) for security or basic analytics.

===== 2. Why We Collect It =====

We collect data only to:

Operate our websites or projects safely.

Communicate with participants when needed.

Fulfill any legal or regulatory obligations (e.g., licensing-related matters).

===== 3. How Long We Keep It =====

We delete or anonymize personal data as soon as it's no longer needed for its original purpose. This could be immediately, or after a short period (like project completion or inactivity).

===== 4. Who We Share It With =====

We don’t sell your personal data. We don't share your personal data unless:

It’s required by law.

It’s necessary to operate a service (e.g., a trusted hosting provider under contract).

===== 5. Your Rights =====

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

Access your data.

Correct inaccuracies.

Ask us to delete your data.

Object to or restrict how we use your data.

To exercise your rights, contact the community leads via the Discord server.

===== 6. Data for Specific Projects =====

Some projects or initiatives may collect slightly different data, but always follow the same principles of:

Minimal data collection.

No unnecessary retention.

Clear purpose for all data use.

Each project will provide any necessary additional information when relevant.