At CoinBuzz, we value transparency and your trust. Here’s a breakdown of how we collect, store, and manage your data when you interact with our website, whether you're leaving a comment, uploading media, or using embedded content.
Comments
When you leave a comment on our website, we collect the details you submit in the comment form. We also automatically gather your IP address and browser information to help detect and prevent spam.
Once your comment is approved, your profile picture (if linked to a Gravatar account) may appear publicly next to your comment.
Media Uploads
Uploading images? Please ensure they don’t include embedded location information (such as EXIF GPS data). Other visitors may be able to download images and extract location details if present.
Contact Forms & Cookies
If you leave a comment, you can choose to save your name, email, and website in cookies. This is simply for your convenience so you don’t have to re-enter your info the next time. These cookies are stored for one year.
When you log in, we’ll use cookies to remember your login preferences and display settings:
- Login cookies last for two days (or two weeks if you select "Remember Me").
- Screen preference cookies stay for one year.
- When you log out, login cookies are automatically removed.
- If you create or edit a post, a temporary cookie is saved to track the post ID. It expires after 24 hours and doesn’t store personal data.
Embedded Content from Third-Party Sites
Our articles may include embedded content like videos, images, or links from external websites (e.g., YouTube or social media platforms). Interacting with this content is just like visiting those websites directly.
These third-party platforms may collect data about you, use cookies, and track your interaction, especially if you're logged into their services.
How Long Do We Keep Your Data
- Comments and related metadata are stored indefinitely. This helps us automatically approve future comments without holding them in moderation.
- If you register an account, your personal information is stored securely in your user profile. You can view, edit, or delete this info at any time except for your username, which cannot be changed. Admins can also view and manage this data.
Your Rights and Data Control
You’re in control of your personal information. If you have an account or have posted comments, you may:
- Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Ask us to delete your data from our records (except for information we must retain for legal, administrative, or security reasons).
Where Your Data Goes
To maintain security and reduce spam, we may scan comments using automated spam detection tools. This helps ensure a better experience for everyone in our community.
