JoinThe404

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2025-10-27

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Irish Data Protection Acts.

Data we collect

  • Account data (name, email)
  • Authentication & security data (password hash, sessions, 2FA)
  • Operational logs (IP address, browser type, device information)
  • Optional analytics and marketing data (only collected after consent)
  • Provide and maintain the service (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR – contract)
  • Security, fraud prevention, and improvement (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR – legitimate interest)
  • Legal compliance (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)
  • Analytics and marketing (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR – consent)

Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account at any time.

Data sharing

We share data only with trusted processors essential to our operations (e.g., hosting providers, email delivery services). All third parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements. We do not sell personal data.

International data transfers

If data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent mechanisms.

Cookies & tracking

We use essential cookies to make our website function. Optional analytics cookies are only set with your explicit consent. You can change your cookie preferences at any time using the button below.

Your rights

  • Access, rectify, erase, or restrict processing of your data
  • Data portability
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the Irish Data Protection Commission

Contact

Email: privacy@writethecode.com