tradingflow.org Privacy Policy
This policy explains what data we collect from users of the tradingflow.org website (hereinafter referred to as “the Website” or “the Forum”) and how we use such data. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please refrain from using the Website.
1. Contact Information
Administrator of the tradingflow.org community.
For inquiries related to data processing, please contact: support@tradingflow.org.
2. Data We Collect
2.1. “Sign in with Google” (Google Sign-In)
When you log in using your Google account via the OAuth 2.0 protocol, we request only the minimum necessary information:
- Email address;
- Name (or display name);
- Profile picture/avatar URL (if available);
- Technical authorization identifiers (e.g., ID token, etc.).
We do not request access to your Gmail, Google Drive, Google Photos, or any other Google account data.
2.2. Forum Data
- Username, public profile, posted content, likes, and other engagement activity;
- Account settings and preference selections;
- Security logs (e.g., login timestamps, IP addresses, User-Agent strings, etc.).
2.3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use essential cookies to enable account authentication, maintain user sessions, and prevent abuse. Optional cookies (e.g., for analytics purposes) are enabled only when necessary and with prior notice to you.
3. Purposes of Data Processing
- User authentication and management of forum accounts;
- Display of your username and avatar in public areas (as permitted by platform functionality);
- Content moderation, spam prevention, and security enforcement;
- Communication regarding support inquiries;
- Optimization of website performance (e.g., technical diagnostics, DDoS mitigation, etc.).
We do not sell your personal data and do not use it for third-party advertising.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Applicability)
- Performance of a contract (provision of account management and forum access services);
- Legitimate interests (ensuring website security and operational integrity);
- User consent (where applicable, e.g., for optional analytics features).
5. Disclosure to Third Parties
To ensure proper Website operation, we may share limited data with hosting providers, CDN services, and caching/protection service providers. Such processors act solely on our instructions and under contractual confidentiality obligations. Additionally, we may disclose data to governmental authorities when required by applicable law or valid legal request.
6. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures (including HTTPS encryption, access controls, and activity logging). Account data is retained for the duration of your account’s active status. Security logs and backup data are retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request a copy of your personal data held by us;
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
- Request deletion of your account and associated data (subject to reasonable limitations);
- Request restriction of data processing;
- Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
To exercise any of these rights, please submit your request to support@tradingflow.org. We may require verification of your identity before processing your request.
8. Google Data Usage and Compliance
Any information obtained via Google APIs and/or Google Sign-In is used in compliance with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including applicable “Limited Use” requirements. We use such data solely for the purposes explicitly stated in this policy and do not employ it for third-party advertising, user profiling, or unrelated purposes.
9. Children’s Privacy
The Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without parental or guardian consent, please contact us immediately. We will take prompt steps to delete such information from our records.
10. External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party resources (e.g., Telegram channels, file-sharing platforms, etc.). We are not responsible for the data handling practices, privacy policies, or content of such external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
11. Policy Updates
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most current version will always be published on this page. In the event of material changes, we will provide notice via the Website prior to such changes taking effect.
12. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or data processing practices, please contact: support@tradingflow.org.