Privacy Policy - Serenade Bot

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Serenade Bot ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our Discord bot. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly.

2. Information We Collect

Serenade Bot may collect the following types of information:

2.1 Discord Server Information

Server ID and name
Channel IDs where the bot is used
Server member counts

2.2 User Information

Discord User ID
Username (for command logging and functionality)
Messages sent to the bot (for AI chat features)

2.3 Usage Data

Commands used and their frequency
Bot configuration settings
Stream notification preferences
Music playback history

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Provide Services: To deliver stream notifications, AI chat responses, and music playback
Improve Functionality: To enhance bot features and fix bugs
Maintain Security: To detect and prevent abuse or misuse of the bot
Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve user experience
Support: To respond to user inquiries and provide assistance

4. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data:

Data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption
Access to data is restricted to authorized personnel only
We use secure protocols for data transmission
Regular security audits and updates are performed

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party Services

Serenade Bot integrates with third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

OpenAI ChatGPT: Messages sent to the AI chat feature are processed by OpenAI according to their privacy policy
Twitch, Trovo, Kick: Stream data is retrieved from these platforms' public APIs
Music Services: Music playback may involve third-party streaming services

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.

6. Data Retention

We retain data for as long as necessary to provide our services:

Active server configurations are retained while the bot is in your server
Command logs may be retained for up to 30 days for debugging purposes
Usage statistics are retained indefinitely in aggregated, anonymized form

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Access: Request access to the data we hold about you
Deletion: Request deletion of your data by removing the bot from your server
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
Opt-Out: Stop using the bot at any time

8. Children's Privacy

Serenade Bot is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

9. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data only in the following circumstances:

With third-party services necessary to provide bot functionality (as described above)
When required by law or legal process
To protect our rights, safety, or property
With your explicit consent

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Continued use of the bot after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Support Server: discord.gg/TCVs6MsREC

12. Discord's Privacy Policy

Serenade Bot operates on the Discord platform. Your use of Discord is subject to Discord's Privacy Policy, available at discord.com/privacy.