Privacy Policy for AftBooru.com
We are staunchly committed to protecting and meticulously safeguarding your personal information through stringent privacy controls and transparent processing practices, maintaining the highest standards of data protection across our platform.
This policy applies where we are acting as a data controller with respect to the personal data of our website visitors and service users; in other words, where we determine the purposes and means of the processing of that personal data. In this role, we are responsible for maintaining comprehensive oversight of how your personal information is collected, used, and protected throughout our systems.
We may process usage data (“usage data”), which comprehensively includes access timestamps, page views, interaction events, browser type, device information, and IP addresses. This information is collected through automated logging systems, cookie tracking, and analytics tools and may include browsing patterns, feature utilization, and content engagement specific to AftBooru.com. The source of this data is our analytics software and server logs. We process this information for several important purposes, including platform optimization, security monitoring, user experience improvement, and trend analysis, which enables us to enhance platform performance, detect potential security threats, and provide personalized content recommendations. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interests in monitoring and improving our website and services.
We may process account data (“account data”), which comprehensively includes email addresses, usernames, password hashes, registration dates, account status, and authentication tokens. This information is collected through user registration forms, account updates, and security verification processes and may include newsletter preferences, account settings, and login history. The source of this data is direct user input during account creation and management. We process this information for account authentication, security maintenance, communication purposes, and service provision, which enables us to manage user access, protect user accounts, and deliver essential services. The legal basis for this processing is the performance of a contract between you and us and/or taking steps, at your request, to enter into such a contract.
We may process profile data (“profile data”), which comprehensively includes display names, avatars, biographical information, social media links, and user preferences. This information is collected through profile creation forms, preference settings, and user submissions and may include artistic interests, content preferences, and community participation history. The source of this data is user-provided information and platform interaction history. We process this information for community engagement, content personalization, user interaction facilitation, and platform experience enhancement, which enables us to create a more engaging user experience, facilitate community connections, and provide relevant content recommendations. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interests in operating and improving our platform services.
Your Rights
You have the right to access your personal data. This means you can request a copy of all personal information we hold about you and confirm how we are using this information. This includes the ability to receive confirmation of data processing, obtain copies of your personal data, and verify the lawfulness of processing. To exercise this right, you can submit a written request through our dedicated data access portal or contact our privacy team directly. We will respond within 30 days and may require proof of identity, account ownership, and additional verification documents to verify your identity.
You have the right to rectification of your personal data. This means you can request corrections or updates to any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we maintain about you. This includes the ability to update profile information, correct account details, and modify preferences. To exercise this right, you can either use our account settings interface or submit a formal correction request through our support system. We will process valid requests within 15 days and may require current account credentials, proof of correct information, and identity verification documents to verify your identity.
You have the right to erasure of your personal data, also known as the right to be forgotten. This means you can request the deletion of your personal information when there is no compelling reason for its continued processing. This includes the ability to delete your account, remove specific content, and withdraw processing consent. To exercise this right, you can use our account deletion tools or submit a formal erasure request through our privacy portal. We will process valid requests within 30 days and may require account password, written confirmation, and government-issued identification to verify your identity.
You have the right to restrict processing of your personal data. This means you can limit how we use your personal information while maintaining its storage. This includes the ability to pause processing activities, temporarily disable features, and limit data usage. To exercise this right, you can adjust your privacy settings or submit a processing restriction request through our dedicated form. We will respond within 15 days and may require account verification, written explanation, and identity confirmation documents to verify your identity.
You have the right to data portability. This means you can receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and transmit it to another service provider. This includes the ability to export your data, transfer information between platforms, and receive data copies. To exercise this right, you can use our data export tools or submit a portability request through our privacy center. We will fulfill valid requests within 30 days and may require account authentication, service verification, and identity validation documents to verify your identity.Data Processing and Security Measures
Data Types and Processing
We process Service Data which includes user profiles, account settings, content uploads, and interaction history. This processing involves automated collection, storage, and analysis, enabling us to provide personalized user experiences and content recommendations. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes tracking favorite artwork categories, followed artists, and custom gallery organization. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interests and contractual necessity, specifically to maintain user accounts and deliver our core services.
We process Technical Data which includes device information, IP addresses, browser types, and system logs. This processing involves automated collection and analysis of usage patterns and technical interactions. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes optimizing image loading speeds and tracking popular content categories. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interests, specifically to ensure optimal service performance and security.
We process Communication Data which includes messages, comments, feedback, and support tickets. This processing involves storing and analyzing user interactions and support requirements. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes moderating community discussions and handling artwork attribution requests. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interests and consent, specifically to maintain community standards and provide user support.
We process Transaction Data which includes purchase records, subscription details, and payment information. This processing involves secure payment processing and subscription management. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes premium membership purchases and artist support transactions. The legal basis for this processing is contractual necessity and legal obligations, specifically to process payments and maintain financial records.
We process Preference Data which includes user settings, content filters, and personalization choices. This processing involves storing and applying user preferences across our platform. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes content rating preferences and custom feed settings. The legal basis for this processing is consent and legitimate interests, specifically to provide personalized user experiences.
Security Measures
Our comprehensive encryption protocols ensure end-to-end protection of your data, incorporating industry-standard algorithms and regular security updates to maintain data integrity. This includes regular security assessments and penetration testing by qualified professionals.
We implement multi-layered security infrastructure, including advanced firewalls and intrusion detection systems that continuously monitor for and prevent unauthorized access attempts. This infrastructure undergoes regular updates and enhancements.
Access to personal data is strictly controlled through role-based permissions, multi-factor authentication, and detailed access logs. We maintain comprehensive audit trails of all data access and modifications.
Our continuous monitoring systems provide real-time threat detection and automated response protocols, ensuring immediate action against potential security threats.
We maintain comprehensive backup procedures with encrypted offsite storage and regular recovery testing, ensuring data availability and integrity.
All staff undergo regular security awareness training and must comply with detailed data protection protocols, including specific training for handling sensitive data.
International Transfers
We may transfer your personal data to countries outside your jurisdiction. These transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses, Binding Corporate Rules, and certified compliance frameworks. Each international transfer is conducted under strict protocols that ensure:
– Adequate data protection standards
– Compliant processing procedures
– Enforceable data subject rights
– Effective legal remedies
International transfers are protected by ISO 27001 standards, GDPR requirements, and regional data protection laws, ensuring compliance with international privacy regulations. We implement additional measures including:
– Regular compliance audits
– Data protection impact assessments
– Documented transfer mechanisms
– Continuous monitoring procedures
Regarding international transfers, you maintain specific rights including:
– Right to information about transfers
– Right to object to transfers
– Right to withdraw consent
– Right to data protection guarantees
Data Retention
We maintain specific retention periods for different data categories:
Account Information: Retained for the duration of account activity plus 24 months after account closure to facilitate account recovery and prevent abuse
Usage Data: Retained for 12 months to analyze platform performance and user trends
Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years to comply with financial regulations
Communication History: Retained for 36 months to maintain support history and resolve disputes
Technical Logs: Retained for 6 months for security and performance analysis
These retention periods are determined by:
– Legal requirements
– Business purposes
– Technical necessities
– User preferences
Special circumstances affecting retention:
– Legal obligations
– Dispute resolution
– Security investigationsCookie Policy and Management
Essential cookies serve critical functions for aftbooru.com’s core operations. These cookies process authentication tokens, security parameters, and session data to enable fundamental site functionality. For example, they maintain your login status while browsing artwork collections and ensure secure access to your personalized galleries and collections.
Essential cookies are fundamental to website functionality. These cookies manage user authentication, maintain security protocols, and ensure proper site operations. We use them specifically for user authentication during gallery uploads, security measures protecting creative content, basic site operations including image loading, session management for continuous browsing, and technical stability across our platform.
Functional cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences. They enable language selection for international artists and creators, region-specific content recommendations, user interface customization for optimal artwork viewing, feature optimization for creative tools, and personalized gallery settings.
Analytics cookies help us understand user behavior. They collect information about artwork interaction patterns, navigation through different creative categories, feature usage in our creation tools, session duration for content engagement, and user preferences for different art styles and themes.
Performance cookies assess and improve website operation by monitoring loading speeds of high-resolution artwork, identifying technical issues in our gallery systems, optimizing content delivery for seamless browsing, analyzing user experience with creative tools, and tracking system performance during peak usage periods.
Cookie Management
You can control cookie preferences through browser settings, our dedicated cookie consent tools, privacy preferences in your account dashboard, and personalized account settings.
Compliance Measures
For EU residents, we ensure explicit consent mechanisms before storing non-essential cookies, implement data minimization in our tracking systems, maintain strict purpose limitation for collected data, adhere to storage limitations for user information, and provide complete processing transparency.
California residents have additional rights including knowing about personal information collected through our platform, requesting deletion of uploaded content and personal data, opting out of data sales, protection against discrimination for exercising their rights, and accessing information about their collected data.
Regarding users under 13, we maintain strict age verification requirements, require parental consent procedures for account creation, implement limited data collection protocols, enforce special protection measures for young users’ content, and provide comprehensive parental access rights.
Policy Updates and Contact Information
Our policy updates involve regular review procedures, user notifications through the platform, consent renewal when required by law, clear documentation of changes, and continuous compliance monitoring.
For privacy-related inquiries:
Primary Contact: [email protected]
Response Time: Within 48 hours
Verification Required: For data-related requests
Available Support: Privacy concerns, data requests, rights exercise
This policy was created specifically for aftbooru.com and covers all associated services within the gaming industry.