Privacy Policy

This document is a placeholder and is subject to change.
Last updated: February 22, 2026

1. Introduction

Open Endfield Map (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account data — username, email address, and password hash when you register.
Content contributions — map annotations, edits, and comments you submit.

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

Log data — IP address, browser type, referring URL, pages visited, and timestamps.
Cookies — session tokens and preference cookies necessary for the Service to function.

2.3 Third-Party Services

We integrate with several third-party providers (see our Partners & Friends page). These services may process your data under their own privacy policies:

Service	Purpose
Cloudflare	CDN, DDoS protection, DNS
OpenAI Moderation API	Automated content moderation for UGC
Upstash	Serverless data caching and rate limiting

3. How We Use Your Information

To provide, operate, and maintain the Service;
To moderate user-generated content via automated and human review;
To send transactional notifications (e.g., account verification);
To analyse and improve Service performance and security.

We do not sell your personal data. We share data only:

With service providers necessary to operate the Service (listed above);
When required by law or valid legal process;
To protect the rights and safety of our users or the public.

5. Data Retention

We retain account data as long as your account is active. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.

6. Cookies

You may disable non-essential cookies in your browser settings. Disabling session cookies may impair Service functionality.

7. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, port, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, please open an issue on our public repository.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of material changes via a notice on the Service.

10. Contact

For privacy-related enquiries, please open an issue on our public repository.