Privacy Policy

ThreadDB ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website threaddb.vesnux.dev. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit ThreadDB, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and timestamps
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see Section 3 below)
• Local Storage: Theme preference (dark/light mode) stored locally in your browser

1.2 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Contact us via email at admin@vesnux.dev
• Report bugs or request features
• Participate in surveys or feedback requests

1.3 Third-Party Analytics and Advertising

ThreadDB uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may collect data about your browsing activity across websites through cookies and similar technologies. For more information, see Section 4.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain the service: Serve thread specifications, tools, and reference materials
• Improve user experience: Analyze usage patterns to enhance site performance and features
• Personalization: Remember your theme preference (stored locally, not sent to servers)
• Respond to inquiries: Answer questions, provide support, and address feedback
• Advertising: Display relevant ads through Google AdSense
• Legal compliance: Comply with applicable laws and respond to legal requests

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1 First-Party Storage

ThreadDB uses localStorage to store your theme preference (key: threaddb-theme). This data is stored locally in your browser and is not transmitted to our servers.

3.2 Third-Party Cookies (Google AdSense)

Google AdSense uses cookies to:

• Display personalized ads based on your browsing history
• Measure ad performance and engagement
• Prevent fraudulent clicks and impressions

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings or using browser extensions like uBlock Origin or Privacy Badger.

4. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising

ThreadDB displays advertisements through Google AdSense. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to ThreadDB and/or other sites on the Internet.

What Google collects:

• Browsing history across websites
• Device information (type, operating system, browser)
• IP address and approximate location
• Ad interaction data (clicks, impressions, conversions)

Opt-out options:

• Visit Google Ad Settings to control personalized ads
• Use NAI Opt-Out Tool for industry-wide opt-out
• Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
• Use ad-blocking browser extensions

For more details, read Google's Advertising Policy and Google Privacy Policy.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

• With Google AdSense: For advertising purposes (see Section 4)
• Legal requirements: If required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With your consent: Any other disclosure with your explicit permission

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted via TLS
• Security headers: Content Security Policy (CSP), HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS), and other headers
• No sensitive data collection: We do not collect passwords, credit card numbers, or other highly sensitive data

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Your Rights (GDPR and CCPA Compliance)

If you are a resident of the European Union or California, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-out: Opt out of personalized advertising (see Section 4)
• Withdrawal of consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@vesnux.dev. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

ThreadDB is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws different from your jurisdiction. By using ThreadDB, you consent to such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of ThreadDB after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: