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Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 09, 2026

RawPrimal.org ("we", "us", "our") operates the website rawprimal.org (the "Site"), an online community forum dedicated to discussions about animal based nutrition.

We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, register an account, post content, or otherwise interact with our services (collectively, the "Service").

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our Service.

Information You Provide Directly:

Account information: When you register, we collect your username, email address, password (hashed), and any optional profile details (e.g., bio, location, avatar).
User-generated content: Posts, replies, threads, private messages, likes/reactions, and any personal details you voluntarily include in your contributions.
Communications: Emails or messages you send to us (e.g., support requests).

Automatically Collected Information (Usage Data):

Device and browser details: IP address, browser type/version, operating system, device type, unique device identifiers.
Activity data: Pages visited, time/date of visits, time spent, referring/exit pages, links clicked.
Cookies and similar technologies: See the "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" section below.

Information from Third Parties:

If you log in via social/media accounts (if enabled), we may receive basic profile info from those providers.
Analytics tools (e.g., if you use Google Analytics or similar) provide aggregated usage insights.

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (e.g., health data beyond what you voluntarily post in discussions, racial/ethnic origin, political opinions) unless you choose to share it publicly in forum posts.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To operate and maintain the forum (e.g., authenticate accounts, display posts, moderate content).
To personalize your experience (e.g., remember login, show relevant threads).
To communicate with you (e.g., account notifications, password resets, optional newsletters if subscribed).
To improve the Site (analyze trends, fix bugs, develop features).
To enforce rules (moderate spam, violations of community guidelines, legal compliance).
To protect security (detect fraud, unauthorized access).
For aggregated analytics (understand community growth and popular topics).

We do not sell your personal data to third parties for monetary gain.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze usage.

Essential cookies: Required for core features like login sessions and security.
Preference cookies: Remember settings (e.g., theme, language).
Analytics cookies: Track anonymous usage patterns (may include third-party tools like Google Analytics).
Advertising cookies: If any ads are shown (currently none assumed), they may track interests.

You can manage cookies via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some Site features.

For more details, see our [Cookies Policy] (link if you create a separate page).

4. Sharing Your Information

We share information only in limited cases:

With service providers: Hosting (NodeBB servers), email delivery, analytics tools — bound by confidentiality.
For legal reasons: If required by law, subpoena, court order, or to protect rights/safety (e.g., report illegal content).
In business transfers: If the Site is sold/merged, your data may transfer (with notice where required).
Publicly: Anything you post on the forum (username, posts, profile) is visible to other users and potentially search engines.

We do not share with advertisers unless you explicitly consent.

5. Data Retention

We keep your data as long as your account is active or needed for purposes in this policy.

Inactive accounts: May be deleted after prolonged inactivity (e.g., 1–2 years; check your settings).
Posts/content: Retained indefinitely unless you delete them or we remove for violations.
Logs/Usage Data: Kept for shorter periods (e.g., months) for security/analysis.

You can request deletion (see Your Rights below).

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures (e.g., encryption for transmission, access controls) to protect your data. However, no internet transmission or storage is 100% secure — we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location:

Access, correct, or delete your data.
Opt out of certain processing (e.g., marketing emails).
Object to processing or request restriction.
Data portability (in some cases).

For GDPR (EU/EEA) users: We act as data controller. Contact us to exercise rights (no fee unless excessive).

For CCPA/CPRA (California) users: You have rights to know, delete, opt out of sales (we do not sell data).

To exercise rights, contact us at the details below. We respond within legal timeframes (e.g., 30–45 days).

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn we have, we delete it. Contact us if you believe a child has provided data.

9. International Transfers

Data is processed in [your server location, e.g., United States/EU]. If you are outside this area, information may transfer across borders. We use safeguards where required (e.g., standard contractual clauses for GDPR).

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may link to external sites (e.g., resource links in posts). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last updated" date. Significant changes may include notice via forum announcement or email.

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact Us

For questions, rights requests, or concerns:

Email: reply@rawprimal.org
Site: rawprimal.org

Thank you for being part of the RawPrimal.org community!