Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 12/7/2025

At Farwanderer, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Create an account (name, email address, username)
• Subscribe to our newsletter or notifications
• Contact us through our support channels
• Participate in community discussions or comments
• Submit content or contributions to our platform

1.2 Authentication and Session Data

We use Clerk for authentication, which manages secure login sessions. Clerk may collect minimal technical information necessary for authentication purposes. We do not independently track or log IP addresses, browser details, operating systems, or other device-specific information.

1.3 Cookies and Essential Technologies

We use essential cookies and similar technologies only as necessary to:

• Maintain your login session and authentication state
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Ensure the security and proper functioning of our services

We do not use tracking cookies or analytics tools that collect personal browsing behavior, page views, or detailed usage patterns. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our content platform and user experience
• Authentication: To manage your account and secure access to our services
• Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, and respond to your inquiries
• Content Management: To display your authored content and manage your contributions
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and abuse
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform:

• Authentication: Clerk for secure user authentication and identity management
• Database: Convex for data storage and real-time synchronization
• Hosting: Cloudflare for secure content delivery and hosting infrastructure

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify. We do not use third-party analytics or tracking services.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government regulations).

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Secure hosting infrastructure
• Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: