Privacy Policy

Entity: Algorism LLC (“Algorism,” “we,” “us”).
Scope: algorism.org, subdomains, and official Algorism‑managed spaces.
Contact: legal@algorism.org
Last updated: 2025-09-16

1) What we collect

  • Account & profile: name, email, handle, settings.

  • Content: posts, comments, uploads, submissions, messages.

  • Usage & device: pages, interactions, timestamps, IP address, device, cookies.

  • Transactions: membership tier, payments processed by providers. We do not store full card data.

  • Communications: emails you send us and metadata.

2) Why we collect it

  • Provide and secure the site and community.

  • Run cohorts, applications, and reviews.

  • Moderate content and enforce rules.

  • Measure engagement and improve features.

  • Send essential notices; send optional updates if you opt in.

  • Comply with law and defend our rights.

3) Sharing

  • Processors/Service providers: hosting, analytics, email, forms, payments, authentication. Bound by contract to use data only for our instructions.

  • Legal: to comply with law, protect users, or prevent abuse.

  • Business transfers: in merger, acquisition, or asset sale, with notice and continued protections.

List your providers here when finalized (e.g., Squarespace, Google Workspace, Stripe, Form tools, Analytics).

4) Retention

  • Keep data only as long as needed for the purposes above, then delete or de‑identify.

  • Typical examples: server logs ≤ 12 months; moderation records while necessary; legal records per statutory requirements.

5) Your choices and rights

  • Access, correct, delete your data.

  • Export a copy where feasible.

  • Opt out of non‑essential emails.

  • California residents: request disclosure, deletion, and opt‑out of “sale” or “sharing” of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

Request actions at contact@algorism.org. We will verify identity before acting.

6) Cookies and tracking

  • We use cookies and similar tech for authentication, preferences, and analytics.

  • You can control cookies in your browser; some features may break if disabled.

7) Security

  • Reasonable technical and organizational measures. No method is 100% secure. Report issues to contact@algorism.org.

8) Children

  • Not for under 13. Do not submit data for children. We delete upon verified notice.

9) International transfers

  • If you access from outside the U.S., your data may be processed in the U.S. with appropriate safeguards.

10) Changes

  • We post updates here with a new date. Material changes will be highlighted. Continued use means you accept the new terms.

11) Governing law and venue

  • California law governs. Venue: state or federal courts in Orange County, California.