From 20460279bb2de41777a31ff0d5cc521c61ee4df9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Kyren223 Date: Tue, 5 Aug 2025 15:43:27 +0300 Subject: [PATCH] Updated eko terms of service and privacy policy --- nixosModules/eko-privacy.md | 14 +++++++++----- nixosModules/eko-tos.md | 17 +++++++++++++++-- 2 files changed, 24 insertions(+), 7 deletions(-) diff --git a/nixosModules/eko-privacy.md b/nixosModules/eko-privacy.md index e0d1e8f..bcc704b 100644 --- a/nixosModules/eko-privacy.md +++ b/nixosModules/eko-privacy.md @@ -1,6 +1,6 @@ # Privacy Policy -**Last Updated:** July 8, 2025 +**Last Updated:** August 5, 2025 This Privacy Policy (available at https://eko.kyren.codes/privacy-policy) explains how we handle data when you use our anonymous communication platform. The service operates without requiring user‑submitted personal identifiers such as real names or email addresses. However, we do process certain technical data (e.g. IP addresses) which may be considered personal data under some laws. @@ -10,9 +10,9 @@ This policy applies only to the official instance of Eko operated at `eko.kyren. When using the service, we collect the following: -- **IP address and port** – for connection tracking and abuse prevention +- **IP address and port** – for security, connection tracking and abuse prevention - **User ID** – a stable 64-bit identifier generated on first login -- **Request data** – including message contents and other client requests +- **Request data** – including messages and other client requests submitted by users - **Usage metrics** – such as API usage frequency and session durations - **System analytics** (optional) – OS, architecture, RAM, and terminal-related environment variables @@ -30,11 +30,13 @@ We collect this data in order to: - Analyze aggregate usage patterns - Understand user environments to improve compatibility and experience +Our legal basis for processing this data is **legitimate interests** related to service security, operation, and improvement. + We do **not sell your data to advertisers or third parties**. ## 3. Log Retention -We store logs of requests and connection events, which may include IP addresses, User IDs, and full request content (such as messages or device analytics). +We store logs of requests and connection events, which may include IP addresses, User IDs, and full request content (such as messages or device analytics), for the purposes of security, abuse prevention and debugging. ### How Logging Works @@ -48,7 +50,7 @@ We store logs of requests and connection events, which may include IP addresses, You may delete your account at any time. When this happens: -- Your account is flagged as deleted +- Your account is flagged as deleted, with the internal user ID retained for technical reasons. - All servers ("networks") **you own** are deleted, along with all messages in those servers ("networks") Messages you’ve sent to other servers ("networks") or users ("signals") **are not deleted automatically**, but you may delete them individually if you still have access to them. @@ -66,6 +68,8 @@ Under GDPR and similar laws, you can: To exercise any right, email **eko-app@protonmail.com** with your User ID. We’ll make reasonable efforts to respond to verifiable data‑subject requests within 30 days. +Identity verification will be required before processing any requests to access, correct, or erase personal data. + ## 6. Changes to This Policy We may modify this Privacy Policy at any time, with or without notice. Your continued use of the service after any change constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. diff --git a/nixosModules/eko-tos.md b/nixosModules/eko-tos.md index 4a235e4..e5c58be 100644 --- a/nixosModules/eko-tos.md +++ b/nixosModules/eko-tos.md @@ -1,6 +1,6 @@ # Terms of Service -**Last Updated:** July 8, 2025 +**Last Updated:** August 5, 2025 ## 1. Acceptance of Terms @@ -18,12 +18,16 @@ By accessing our services, you confirm that you’re **at least 13 years old** a ## 3. User Conduct & Termination +You agree to comply with all applicable laws when using the service. + You are solely responsible for your actions, behavior, and any content you submit. We may monitor or moderate content at our discretion, but are not obligated to do so. We do not endorse or verify user content, and you agree not to hold us liable for anything you or others post, transmit, or share. You must not use the service to engage in illegal, harmful, abusive, or otherwise prohibited behavior. We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to the service **at any time, for any reason or no reason**, with or without notice, and without obligation to disclose the reason. +Suspension or termination of your access will not entitle you to any refund or compensation. + ## 4. Privacy & Data Collection Your use of the service is subject to our Privacy Policy. @@ -36,6 +40,7 @@ THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED **"AS IS"** AND **"AS AVAILABLE"**, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR‑FREE, OR THAT IT WILL MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS. +We make no guarantees regarding data loss, security, or privacy. You assume full responsibility for any consequences resulting from your use of the service. ## 6. Limitation of Liability @@ -67,4 +72,12 @@ Nothing in these Terms limits rights granted by applicable law that cannot be wa This service is the official public instance of Eko, operated by Kyren223 at `eko.kyren.codes`. Other independently operated instances may exist but are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or responsible to us. -These Terms apply exclusively to the official public instance. Reuse of these Terms by other instances is discouraged, as doing so may result in inaccurate representations or legal confusion. +These Terms apply exclusively to the official public instance. Reuse of these Terms by other instances is discouraged, as doing so may result in inaccurate representations or legal confusion. You should create your own terms. + +## 12. Severability + +If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, so these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect. + +## 13. No Waiver + +Failure to enforce any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.