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Privacy Policy ​

How we collect, use, and protect your information.

Overview ​

This Privacy Policy describes how PACE Pattern ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our websites, documentation, and services.

Last Updated: January 1, 2025 Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Our Commitment ​

We believe in privacy:

✅ Minimal collection — We collect only what's necessary ✅ No selling data — We never sell your information ✅ Transparency — We're clear about what we collect ✅ User control — You can request deletion anytime ✅ Open source — Our code is auditable

What We Collect ​

Website Analytics ​

When you visit pace.cormorantforaging.dev:

We collect:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type (desktop, mobile)
  • Geographic region (country/city level)

We do NOT collect:

  • Personal identifying information
  • Email addresses (unless you contact us)
  • IP addresses (anonymized)
  • Individual tracking across sessions

Tools used:

  • Privacy-focused analytics (e.g., Plausible, Fathom)
  • No Google Analytics
  • No tracking cookies

GitHub Activity ​

When you interact on GitHub:

Collected by GitHub (not us):

  • Your GitHub profile information
  • Comments on issues and PRs
  • Code contributions
  • Discussion posts

We see:

  • Your public GitHub activity
  • Content you post in our repositories
  • Your username and profile

Governed by:

Email Communications ​

When you email us:

We collect:

  • Email address
  • Name (if provided)
  • Message content
  • Any attachments

We use for:

  • Responding to your inquiry
  • Providing support
  • Following up as needed

We retain:

  • Until matter is resolved
  • Or until you request deletion

Community Participation ​

When you join community channels:

Discord (if applicable):

  • Username and profile
  • Messages in public channels
  • Reactions and interactions

Subject to:

  • Discord's Privacy Policy
  • Our Code of Conduct

How We Use Data ​

Website Improvement ​

Analytics data helps us:

  • Understand which documentation is most useful
  • Identify popular features
  • Improve navigation and structure
  • Find and fix broken links
  • Optimize content

We do NOT:

  • Track individual users
  • Create user profiles
  • Target advertising
  • Share with third parties

Service Operation ​

We use data to:

  • Monitor service health
  • Prevent abuse
  • Debug technical issues
  • Improve performance

Communication ​

We use contact information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Provide support
  • Send updates you requested
  • Notify about security issues

We do NOT:

  • Send marketing emails (unless you opt in)
  • Share with third parties
  • Use for advertising

Data Sharing ​

We Do Not Sell Data ​

We will never:

  • Sell your information
  • Rent your information
  • Trade your information

Period.

Third-Party Services ​

We use minimal third-party services:

Hosting:

Analytics:

  • Privacy-focused analytics service
  • Anonymized data only
  • No cross-site tracking

Communications:

  • Email provider for support
  • Standard security practices

We may disclose information if:

  • Required by law or legal process
  • To protect our rights or property
  • To prevent harm or illegal activity
  • With your consent

We will:

  • Notify you if legally permitted
  • Resist overly broad requests
  • Be transparent about requests (where allowed)

Data Security ​

How We Protect Data ​

Technical measures:

  • HTTPS encryption for all sites
  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Regular security updates
  • Access controls and authentication

Organizational measures:

  • Limited access to data
  • Security awareness
  • Incident response plan

Data Retention ​

We retain data:

  • Analytics: 12 months maximum
  • Email: Until resolved or deletion requested
  • GitHub: Per GitHub's policies

We delete:

  • On request
  • When no longer needed
  • Per retention schedule

Your Rights ​

Access Your Data ​

You can request:

  • What data we have about you
  • How we're using it
  • Where it's stored

Contact: privacy@millpond.dev

Correct Your Data ​

If data is inaccurate:

  • Contact us for correction
  • Update GitHub profile yourself
  • Request updates to records

Delete Your Data ​

You can request deletion of:

  • Email communications
  • Support records
  • Any data we control

Note: GitHub data is controlled by GitHub.

Contact: privacy@millpond.dev

Opt Out ​

You can opt out of:

  • Analytics (use ad blockers, privacy browsers)
  • Email communications (unsubscribe link)
  • Community participation (delete accounts)

Data Portability ​

You can request:

  • Export of your data
  • Common format (JSON, CSV)
  • All data we have about you

Cookies and Tracking ​

We Don't Use Tracking Cookies ​

No cookies for:

  • Tracking across sites
  • Advertising
  • User profiling

Minimal cookies for:

  • Session management (if logged in)
  • Security (CSRF protection)
  • Essential functionality

Browser Settings ​

You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Use privacy mode
  • Use tracking blockers
  • Use privacy-focused browsers

Our site will still work.

Children's Privacy ​

Age requirement:

  • Services not directed at children under 13
  • We don't knowingly collect data from children under 13
  • If you're under 13, don't use Services

If we learn we've collected data from a child under 13:

  • We'll delete it promptly
  • Contact us if you believe this occurred

Contact: privacy@millpond.dev

International Users ​

Data Location ​

Data may be stored in:

  • Canada
  • United States
  • EU (via Cloudflare)

Subject to:

  • Laws where data is stored
  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Adequate protection measures

EU Users (GDPR) ​

Your rights under GDPR:

  • Right to access
  • Right to rectification
  • Right to erasure
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object
  • Right to withdraw consent

Contact our DPO: privacy@millpond.dev

California Users (CCPA) ​

Your rights under CCPA:

  • Right to know what data is collected
  • Right to delete data
  • Right to opt out of sale (we don't sell)
  • Right to non-discrimination

Contact: privacy@millpond.dev

Changes to Privacy Policy ​

We may update this policy:

  • "Last Updated" date will change
  • Significant changes announced on website
  • Email notification if we have your email
  • Continued use means acceptance

Review periodically for changes.

Open Source and Privacy ​

PACE.js Software ​

The software itself:

  • Does NOT collect data
  • Does NOT "phone home"
  • Does NOT track users
  • Zero dependencies means zero hidden tracking

Analytics in your app:

  • Under your control
  • Your responsibility
  • Your privacy policy applies

We recommend:

  • Privacy-first analytics
  • Transparent data practices
  • GDPR/CCPA compliance
  • User consent

Contact ​

Privacy Questions ​

Email: privacy@millpond.dev

Response time: Within 7 days

Include:

  • Your question or request
  • Any relevant details
  • Preferred contact method

Data Requests ​

For access, correction, or deletion:

  1. Email privacy@millpond.dev
  2. Specify your request
  3. Verify your identity (if needed)
  4. We'll respond within 30 days

Security Issues ​

If you discover a security issue:

Email: security@millpond.dev

Do NOT:

  • Post publicly before we respond
  • Exploit the vulnerability
  • Access data you shouldn't

We will:

  • Acknowledge within 24 hours
  • Investigate promptly
  • Fix and disclose responsibly
  • Credit you (if desired)

Supervisory Authority ​

If you're unsatisfied with our response:

EU users:

California users:

Canadian users:

Third-Party Privacy Policies ​

Services we use:

Review their policies for details on their practices.

Commitment to Privacy ​

Our promises:

✅ Transparency — Clear about what we collect ✅ Minimal collection — Only what's necessary ✅ User control — You own your data ✅ No selling — Ever ✅ Security — Protecting what we have ✅ Respect — Your privacy matters

Summary ​

What we collect:

  • Basic analytics (anonymized)
  • Emails you send us
  • Public GitHub activity

What we don't collect:

  • Personal tracking data
  • Unnecessary information
  • Data for advertising

Your rights:

  • Access your data
  • Request deletion
  • Opt out anytime

Questions? Contact us: privacy@millpond.dev

Version: 1.0.0 Effective: January 1, 2025 Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Your privacy matters to us. 🔒