1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Teo Bouancheau ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information in connection with the Sauria website at sauria.dev (the "Website") and the Sauria open-source software (the "Software").
2. Information We Collect
We are committed to minimizing data collection. The Website is a static informational site and does not require account creation, login, or any form of user registration.
2.1 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Website, our hosting provider (Vercel) may automatically collect:
- IP address (anonymized for analytics)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URL
- Pages visited and time spent
- Country-level geolocation (derived from IP)
2.2 Information We Do Not Collect
- Personal identification information (name, email, phone)
- Payment or financial information
- Cookies for tracking or advertising purposes
- Social media profiles or account data
3. How We Use Information
Any automatically collected data is used solely to:
- Monitor and maintain Website performance and security
- Understand aggregate traffic patterns and usage trends
- Diagnose technical issues
We do not sell, rent, or share any data with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking
The Website uses only essential cookies required for basic functionality (such as security headers). We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics cookies.
5. Third-Party Services
The Website relies on the following third-party services:
- Vercel — hosting and content delivery. Subject to the Vercel Privacy Policy.
- GitHub — source code hosting and release distribution. Subject to the GitHub Privacy Statement.
- Simple Icons CDN — serving integration icons. No user data is collected by this service.
6. Open-Source Software
Sauria is open-source software licensed under AGPL-3.0. When you download, install, or use the Software on your own infrastructure, this Privacy Policy does not govern the data processed by the Software. You are solely responsible for the data you process through your own deployment of Sauria.
7. Data Retention
Automatically collected server logs are retained by our hosting provider in accordance with their retention policies. We do not independently store any personal data.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data. Since we collect minimal data and do not maintain user accounts, most of these rights are satisfied by default. If you have specific concerns, contact us at privacy@sauria.dev.
8.1 For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
We process minimal data based on our legitimate interest in maintaining and securing the Website. You have the right to object to this processing by contacting us.
8.2 For California Residents (CCPA)
We do not sell personal information. You have the right to know what data we collect and to request its deletion. Contact us to exercise these rights.
9. Children's Privacy
The Website and Software are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
10. Security
We use industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption, secure hosting infrastructure, and access controls to protect the Website and any data processed through it.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at privacy@sauria.dev.