1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how speedrun.watch ("we", "us", or "the Bot") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our Discord bot. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Discord User Information
When you interact with the Bot, we collect:
- Your Discord User ID
- Your Discord username and discriminator
- Your Discord avatar (for display purposes in the dashboard)
2.2 Discord Server Information
When the Bot is added to a server, we collect:
- Server (Guild) ID
- Server name and icon
- Channel IDs where the Bot is configured
- Channel names
- User permissions (to determine admin/moderator access)
2.3 Configuration Data
We store:
- Game preferences (which games are linked to which channels)
- Notification settings (what types of notifications to send)
2.4 speedrun.com Account Linking
If you choose to link your speedrun.com account:
- Your speedrun.com API key is used once to verify your identity and is never stored
- We store your speedrun.com user ID and username to enable Discord mentions in run notifications
- You can unlink your account at any time from the dashboard, which deletes all stored linking data
2.5 Usage Information
We may collect:
- Dashboard access logs
- Error logs and diagnostic information
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the Bot's core functionality
- Send speedrun notifications to configured Discord channels
- Authenticate users accessing the dashboard
- Allow server administrators to configure notification preferences
- Improve the Bot's performance and features
- Diagnose and fix technical issues
- Prevent abuse and ensure compliance with our Terms of Service
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data only in the following circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information
- Service Providers: With third-party services necessary for the Bot's operation (Discord API, speedrun.com API, hosting providers)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Server Members: Information you configure (like game preferences) is visible to other members with appropriate permissions in your Discord server
5. Third-Party Services
The Bot integrates with:
These services have their own privacy policies and we are not responsible for their privacy practices.
6. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as:
- The Bot is installed in your Discord server
- You maintain an account on our dashboard
- Required for legitimate business purposes or legal obligations
When the Bot is removed from a server, associated configuration data may be retained for a period of 30 days before being permanently deleted.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication mechanisms
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and monitoring
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data by removing the Bot from your server
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to certain data processing activities
To exercise these rights, please contact us through our support channels.
9. Children's Privacy
The Bot is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting an announcement in servers where the Bot is installed or through our website. Your continued use of the Bot after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through:
- Our Discord support server
- The contact form on our website
- Email: contact@speedrun.watch