Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 28/05/2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Smol.Codes (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Service”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you access or use our code snippet storage platform available at https://smol.codes.
By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Account Information
When you create an account through third-party authentication services, we collect:
Email address: Used for account identification and communication
Username/Nickname: Displayed as your account identifier
Profile picture/Avatar: Used for account personalization
1.2 Usage and Analytics Information
We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:
IP Address: Your internet protocol address for security and analytics
Browser Information: Type and version of your web browser
Device Information: Type of device you’re using (desktop, mobile, tablet)
Operating System: Your device’s operating system
Language Preferences: Your browser’s language settings
Geographic Location: Approximate location based on IP address (continent, country, city)
Visit Details: Pages visited, time spent, referrer websites
Session Information: Unique session identifiers for analytics
Technical Data: HTTP methods, response codes, and technical performance metrics
1.3 Marketing and Campaign Data
We may collect information from marketing campaigns:
UTM Parameters: Campaign source, medium, term, content, and campaign identifiers
Referrer Information: Websites that directed you to our Service
1.4 Code Snippet Data
Content: Code snippets you upload and store
Metadata: Creation date, expiration settings, and access permissions
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Service Provision
Provide and maintain our code snippet storage service
Authenticate users and manage accounts
Process and store your code snippets
Enable sharing and collaboration features
2.2 Service Improvement
Analyze usage patterns to improve our Service
Monitor service performance and reliability
Develop new features and functionality
Troubleshoot technical issues
2.3 Security and Safety
Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
Identify and block automated bots
Protect against security threats
Maintain service integrity
2.4 Analytics and Insights
Generate usage statistics and analytics
Understand user behavior and preferences
Measure the effectiveness of our Service
Create anonymized reports and insights
2.5 Communication
Send account-related notifications
Provide customer support
Communicate service updates or changes
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
3.1 Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect information:
Authentication Services:
Google OAuth: For account creation and authentication
GitHub OAuth: For account creation and authentication
These services only provide us with your email address, username/nickname, and profile picture
Analytics Services:
Microsoft Clarity: We use Microsoft Clarity to analyze user behavior and improve our Service. For more information about how Microsoft collects and uses your data, visit Microsoft’s Privacy Statement at https://privacy.microsoft.com/privacystatement
Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand Service usage and performance. For more information about how Google collects and uses your data, visit Google’s Privacy Policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy
Cloudflare Analytics Insights: We use Cloudflare Analytics Insights to analyze website traffic and performance. For more information about how Cloudflare collects and uses your data, visit Cloudflare’s Privacy Policy at https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
Infrastructure and Security Services:
Cloudflare CDN and Protection: We use Cloudflare’s content delivery network and security services to improve website performance, speed, and protect against security threats. For more information about how Cloudflare collects and uses your data, visit Cloudflare’s Privacy Policy at https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
3.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Data Retention
4.1 Account Data
Account information is retained as long as your account remains active
You may delete your account at any time, which will permanently remove your account data
4.2 Code Snippets
Code snippets are automatically deleted according to expiration settings
Guest snippets: Deleted after 15 days
Registered user snippets: Deleted after 30 days
No backups are maintained after deletion
4.3 Analytics Data
Usage and analytics information may be retained for analytical purposes
Personal identifiers are anonymized over time
Aggregated, non-personal data may be retained indefinitely
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
Encryption: All code snippets are automatically encrypted
Access Controls: Restricted access to personal information
Security Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats
Regular Updates: Ongoing security improvements and updates
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights and Choices
6.1 Account Management
Access: You can access your account information through your account dashboard
Deletion: You can delete your account at any time, which permanently removes all associated data
Content Control: You can delete your code snippets at any time
6.2 Data Anonymization
When you delete your account:
All personal account information is permanently deleted
Analytics and usage data becomes anonymized
Code snippets are permanently deleted
7. International Data Transfers
Our Service is operated from Chile. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in Chile, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use session cookies and similar technologies to:
Maintain user sessions and authentication
Collect usage analytics
Improve Service functionality
Remember user preferences
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though this may affect Service functionality.
10. Bot Detection and Filtering
We employ automated systems to detect and filter bot traffic. This helps us:
Maintain accurate analytics
Protect against abuse
Ensure service quality for human users
Preserve system resources
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated through:
Notice posted on our Service
Email notification to registered users
Other reasonable means of communication
Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Data Controller Information
The data controller for your personal information is the operator of Smol.Codes, located in Chile.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information:
Privacy Inquiries: [email protected]
Technical Support: [email protected]
For specific privacy-related requests, such as data deletion or access requests, please specify “Privacy Request” in your email subject line.
14. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information based on:
Consent: When you create an account and use our Service
Legitimate Interest: For analytics, security, and service improvement
Legal Obligation: When required by applicable law
By using Smol.Codes, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
Last Updated: 28/05/2025