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Privacy Policy

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  • Overview

    • Hacker News Delta operates a public discussion platform and is designed to collect as little personal information as possible.
    • This policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and how it is protected.

  • Information We Collect

    • Basic account information, such as a username and email address
    • User-submitted content, including posts, comments, and votes
    • Technical data such as IP address, timestamps, and request headers for security and abuse prevention

  • Public Information

    • Usernames, submissions, comments, and activity scores are public by design.
    • Removing an account may anonymize personal identifiers but does not guarantee removal of public contributions.

  • Use of Information

    • Operate, maintain, and improve the service
    • Detect, prevent, and respond to abuse or security incidents
    • Communicate essential service or policy updates

  • Cookies

    • Cookies are used solely for authentication, session continuity, and basic preferences.
    • Hacker News Delta does not use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking.

  • Data Sharing

    • Personal information is not sold, rented, or shared for commercial purposes.
    • Information may be disclosed if legally required or necessary to protect the platform and its users.

  • Data Retention

    • Data is retained only for as long as necessary for operational, security, or legal reasons.
    • Backups may retain data for a limited time after deletion.

  • Account Security

    • Passwords are stored using modern, one-way cryptographic hashing.
    • Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their credentials.

  • Third-Party Links

    • The service may link to third-party websites not operated by Hacker News Delta.
    • External sites are governed by their own privacy policies.

  • Policy Changes

    • This policy may be updated periodically to reflect operational or legal changes.
    • Continued use of the service indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

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Terms of Use

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  • Acceptance of Terms

    • By accessing or using Hacker News Delta, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
    • If you do not agree to these terms, you should not use the service.

  • Purpose of the Service

    • Hacker News Delta provides a public forum for sharing and discussing links, ideas, and technical topics.
    • The service is provided for informational and discussion purposes only.

  • User Accounts

    • Some features require registration and an active user account.
    • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and all activity conducted under it.

  • User Conduct

    • Users must not submit unlawful, misleading, abusive, or malicious content.
    • Attempts to interfere with the operation, security, or integrity of the service are prohibited.

  • Content Responsibility

    • Users are solely responsible for the content they submit.
    • Hacker News Delta does not endorse or verify user-submitted content.

  • Content License

    • By submitting content, you grant Hacker News Delta a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, store, and distribute that content as part of the service.
    • This license is limited to operating and promoting the platform.

  • Moderation

    • Hacker News Delta may remove content or restrict accounts at its discretion to maintain community quality.
    • Moderation decisions may be made without prior notice or explanation.

  • Availability

    • The service is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.
    • Availability, features, or functionality may change at any time.

  • Third-Party Links

    • Links to external sites are provided for convenience and discussion.
    • Hacker News Delta is not responsible for third-party content or practices.

  • Limitation of Liability

    • Hacker News Delta shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of the service.
    • Use of the service is at your own risk.

  • Changes to Terms

    • These terms may be updated from time to time.
    • Continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

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Trademarks

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  • Ownership

    • All trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on Hacker News Delta are the property of their respective owners.
    • Use of these marks does not imply any affiliation, sponsorship, or endorsement by their owners.

  • Limited Use

    • You may not use Hacker News Delta trademarks without prior written permission, except to refer to the site in news articles, commentary, or educational content.
    • Use must not be misleading, suggest endorsement, or dilute the value of the trademark.

  • Reporting Infringement

    • If you believe your trademark rights have been violated on Hacker News Delta, please contact us at info@hackernewsdelta.com.

  • No License Granted

    • Except as expressly stated, no rights or licenses are granted under any trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights of Hacker News Delta or its partners.

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