Privacy Policy
Effective date: October 15, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how code-dock.dev ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and discloses information about you when you use our website, newsletters, and other related services (collectively, the "Services").
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you:
Subscribe to our newsletter
Contact us via email or forms
Interact with our content or community features (when available)
Examples of data collected: Name, email address, and any information you include in your messages.
We do not collect payment or billing information directly. Sponsorship transactions through Buy Me a Coffee, Patreon, or GitHub Sponsors are processed externally under their respective privacy policies.
b. Information Collected Automatically
When you use code-dock.dev, we automatically collect certain information, including:
Usage data: Pages viewed, links clicked, time spent, referring pages
Device & browser information: IP address, browser type, operating system
Cookies & analytics: We use Google Analytics and similar tools to measure and improve our website's performance
c. Information from Third Parties
If you interact with our content on other platforms (e.g., YouTube, GitHub, Patreon), those services may provide us with limited data as permitted by their privacy settings.
2. Use of Information
We use collected information to:
Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
Send newsletters, updates, or responses to your inquiries
Analyze trends and usage to improve our educational content
Detect and prevent misuse or fraudulent activities
Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing of Information
We may share your data only in the following cases:
Service Providers: For hosting, analytics, or email delivery
Legal Requirements: To comply with laws, regulations, or government requests
Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or reorganization
With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your data
We do not sell or rent personal information.
4. Third-Party Services & Embeds
Our website may include embedded content from external services like YouTube, GitHub, or Patreon. These third parties may collect information about your interactions with embedded content, just as if you visited their sites directly.
We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law. Newsletter subscribers can unsubscribe at any time via the email link or by contacting us.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your region (e.g., EU or California), you may have rights to:
Access, correct, or delete your personal data
Request data portability
Object to or restrict data processing
Withdraw consent for newsletter or analytics tracking
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@code-dock.dev.
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to improve user experience and collect analytics data. See our Cookie Policy for full details and your options for managing preferences.
8. Data Transfers
We operate globally and may store data in jurisdictions outside your own. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards for your data wherever it is processed.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:
Email: privacy@code-dock.dev
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