Privacy Policy for MustardOS (muOS)

What information do we collect?

We collect information when you interact with MustardOS (muOS) services, such as visiting our website, participating in discussions, or using our community platforms.

When registering on our community platforms, you may be asked to enter your username and email address. You may visit our site without registering, but certain features may be unavailable. Your email address will be verified via a confirmation link.

When posting content or engaging with discussions, we may log your IP address for security and moderation purposes. Additionally, server logs may retain IP addresses associated with requests to our servers. Use a proxy or a VPN if you have concerns about IP address logging. Most of the logging is out of our control.

What do we use your information for?

The information we collect may be used in one of the following ways:

  • To personalise your experience — This helps us tailor content and interactions based on user engagement.
  • To improve our services — We analyse usage trends to enhance community features.
  • To provide support — Your information allows us to respond more effectively to support requests.

How do we protect your information?

We implement security measures to safeguard personal information when you access, submit, or interact with our services. However, no online system can guarantee complete security, and users should take appropriate precautions.

What is your data retention policy?

We retain certain data for operational and security purposes:

  • User-generated content remains available unless removed by the user or moderators in accordance with our community guidelines.

Do we use cookies?

We do use use cookies to enhance user experience, but not necessarily for tracking. These cookies help us:

  • Recognise returning users and maintain session states.
  • Store preferences for future visits.

Users may configure their browsers to block cookies, though some features may not function properly.

Do we disclose any information to outside parties?

We do not sell, trade, or transfer personally identifiable information to third parties. However, we may disclose information:

  • When required by law, to enforce community policies, or to protect rights and safety.

Third-party links

This forum may include links to external resources. These third-party sites have independent privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or data practices.

Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act Compliance

MustardOS (muOS) services are intended for users aged 13 and above. If you are under 13, do not use our services in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Online Privacy Policy Only

This policy applies only to data collected through online interactions with MustardOS (muOS) and does not cover offline data collection.

Your Consent

By using MustardOS (muOS) services, you consent to this privacy policy.

Changes to our Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page.

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Last updated 2025-03-18