Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to DEVMODE Community ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website devmode.id and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:

• Full name and username
• Email address
• Profile information (bio, avatar, work experience, education)
• Content you publish (articles, comments, reactions)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Usage data and analytics
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Create and manage your account
• Enable content publishing and community features
• Send important notifications and updates
• Improve our platform and user experience
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Public Content: Articles, comments, and profile information you choose to make public
• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our platform
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and login status
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve our services and user experience
• Provide personalized content

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect site functionality.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Request data portability
• Object to certain data processing
• File a complaint with relevant authorities

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date." Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: