PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

FounderBacon ("we", "our", "us") operates the website founderbacon.com and the FounderBacon API at api.founderbacon.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.

2. Information we collect

Public API usage (no account required):

• We do not collect any personal information from users of our public API.
• We may log IP addresses and request metadata for rate limiting and abuse prevention purposes.
• No API key is required to use our public endpoints.

Account creation (Login with Epic Games):

• When you log in via Epic Games OAuth, we receive your Epic Games display name and account ID.
• Epic Games does not share your email address with us.
• We store your display name, account ID, and account creation date to provide our services (builds, favorites, etc.).

3. How we use your information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Associate your saved builds and favorites with your account
• Display your Epic Games display name on shared builds
• Monitor and prevent abuse of our API
• Improve our services

4. Data sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following cases:

• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights and safety
• With your explicit consent

5. Data storage

Your data is stored on MongoDB Atlas servers. We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including encrypted connections and secure authentication.

6. Your rights

You can:

• Request access to the data we store about you
• Request deletion of your account and all associated data
• Withdraw your consent at any time by deleting your account

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7. Cookies

We use minimal cookies strictly necessary for authentication (JWT session token). We do not use tracking cookies, analytics cookies, or third-party advertising cookies.

8. Children's privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting a notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at [email protected].