Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 5/1/2025

Onision.Forum is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy outlines what personal information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have regarding your data.

1. Who We Are
Onision.Forum is a user-driven online forum operated under U.S. law. All data collected is managed by the forum’s administrators.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect and store the following:

• Account information: username, email address, hashed password, and IP address

• User activity: posts, messages, profile content, preferences, and login times

• Cookies and tracking data: as described in our Cookie Notice

• Third-party data: interactions with embedded content (e.g., YouTube, TikTok) may result in data collection by those providers

3. Use of Your Information
Your data is used to:

• Operate and manage the forum

• Prevent abuse and enforce forum rules

• Improve user experience and functionality

• Comply with applicable legal requirements

We do not sell your personal information.

4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to:

• Maintain your login session

• Save your preferences

• Collect anonymous analytics

Third-party services such as Google Analytics, YouTube, Vimeo, Twitter/X, TikTok, and others may set cookies through embedded content. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser. Guests will be shown a cookie notice.

5. Data Sharing
Your data is not shared with third parties, except:

• When required by law or valid legal process

• To protect the rights and safety of users or staff

• To maintain site performance and integrity

6. Data Storage and Retention
Your data is stored securely and retained:

• As long as your account remains active

• As needed to comply with legal and moderation obligations

• Until deletion is requested or account is closed

7. Your Rights
If you reside in the U.S., especially in California, you may:

• Request access to your personal data

• Request correction or deletion of your information

• Request a copy of the information we store

• Request limited processing of your data

Please use the Contact link at the bottom of the site to submit any requests.

8. Children's Privacy
This site is for users 18 years or older only. We do not knowingly collect or retain information from anyone under 18.

9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the site means you accept the revised terms. The latest version will always be published here.

10. Contact
If you have questions about your privacy or this policy, please contact the administrator through the Contact link available on the forum.