Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
This Privacy Policy describes how GM Bot ("we", "our", or "us"), developed by First Point, collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our Discord bot service.
1. About the Developer
GM Bot is developed and operated by:
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Automatically Collected Data
When you use GM Bot, we automatically collect:
- Discord User ID: Your unique Discord identifier
- Discord Server ID: The unique identifier of servers where the bot is used
- Message Data: Only messages containing configured "GM" words in designated channels
- Timestamps: When you send GM messages for streak tracking
- Usage Statistics: Bot commands used and interaction frequency
2.2 Data We Do NOT Collect
We explicitly do not collect:
- Personal messages or DMs
- Messages in channels where the bot is not configured
- Voice chat data or recordings
- Email addresses or contact information
- Payment or financial information
- Location data or IP addresses
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information solely for:
- Streak Tracking: Counting consecutive days of GM messages
- Statistics: Providing personal and server leaderboards
- Bot Functionality: Responding to commands and maintaining service
- Service Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to improve features
4. Data Storage and Security
4.1 Storage Location
Your data is stored securely in:
- Encrypted SQLite databases
- Secure cloud infrastructure with access controls
- Data centers with physical security measures
4.2 Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption at rest and in transit
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access on a need-to-know basis
- Secure authentication and authorization
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal process
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate our service (under strict confidentiality)
- Safety: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
6. Data Retention
We retain your data for the following periods:
- Active Users: As long as you use the service
- Inactive Users: 12 months after last activity
- Deleted Servers: 30 days after bot removal
- Banned Users: 90 days for moderation purposes
7. Your Rights
Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
8. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 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.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on our website
- Sending a notification through Discord (if possible)
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
11. Third-Party Services
Our bot operates on Discord's platform and is subject to Discord's Privacy Policy. We recommend reviewing Discord's privacy practices as well.
12. GDPR Compliance
For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.