Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 14, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to the XXML Programming Language website ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://xxml-language.com (the "Site").

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

Create an account on our Site
Sign in using third-party authentication providers (Google, GitHub)
Post content in our forums or issue tracker
Contact us directly

This information may include:

Name and username
Email address
Profile picture (if provided by authentication provider)
Gender (if you choose to share this from your Google account)
Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access the Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

IP address
Browser type and version
Operating system
Pages visited and time spent on pages
Referring website addresses

3. Google User Data

This section specifically addresses how we handle data obtained through Google Sign-In, in compliance with Google's API Services User Data Policy.

3.1 Data We Access from Google

When you sign in with Google, we request access to the following information:

Basic Profile Information: Your name, email address, and profile picture
Gender (optional): Your gender, if you have set this in your Google account and choose to share it

3.2 How We Use Google User Data

We use Google user data exclusively for the following purposes:

Authentication: To verify your identity and create/access your account on our Site
Profile Display: To display your name and profile picture on your public profile and alongside your posts and comments
Personalization: To personalize your experience on the Site (e.g., using your preferred name in greetings)
Communication: To send you account-related notifications to your email address

3.3 How We Store Google User Data

Google user data is stored securely in our database. We implement industry-standard security measures including:

Encrypted database connections
Access controls limiting who can view user data
Regular security updates and monitoring

We retain your Google user data for as long as your account remains active. You may request deletion of your account and all associated data at any time by contacting us.

3.4 How We Share Google User Data

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your Google user data to third parties.

Your Google user data may be visible to other users in the following limited ways:

Your name and profile picture are displayed on your public profile
Your name and profile picture appear alongside posts and comments you make

We do not share your email address publicly. Your email is only used for authentication and account-related communications.

3.5 Limited Use Disclosure

XXML's use and transfer to any other app of information received from Google APIs will adhere to Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

3.6 Revoking Access

You can revoke XXML's access to your Google account data at any time by:

Visiting your Google Account Permissions
Finding "XXML" in the list of apps with access
Clicking "Remove Access"

After revoking access, you may also contact us to request deletion of your account and associated data.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, operate, and maintain the Site
Create and manage your account
Enable user-to-user communications through forums and issue tracking
Respond to your inquiries and provide support
Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve the Site
Protect against unauthorized access and abuse

5. Third-Party Authentication

We offer sign-in through third-party providers (Google and GitHub). When you authenticate using these services, we receive limited information from your account as permitted by your privacy settings with those providers. We do not have access to your passwords for these services.

6. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at phillipseric417@gmail.com.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal information
Object to or restrict processing of your information
Data portability

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at phillipseric417@gmail.com.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Eric "ThatSoulyGuy" Phillips
Email: phillipseric417@gmail.com

All content, trademarks, and intellectual property on this Site are the exclusive property of Eric "ThatSoulyGuy" Phillips and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of any content from this Site is strictly prohibited.