Introduction and Compliance
zhForum.com respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the data you share with us. This policy outlines our practices regarding data collection and handling, aiming for compliance with international standards (such as GDPR where applicable).
Information Collected
Information You Provide: We collect the following information when you register or update your profile:
Required: Username and a valid Email Address.
Optional: Profile biography, location, and avatar image.
Information Collected Automatically (Log Data):
Your IP Address, browser type, operating system, and the duration and frequency of your use of the Service.
Activity logs related to posts, edits, deletions, and moderation actions.
Use of Information
We use the collected information strictly for the following purposes:
Service Provision: To operate, maintain, and provide the forum service to you (e.g., login functionality).
Security and Moderation: To monitor and investigate compliance with our Terms of Service, detect and prevent spam, harassment, and other harmful activities.
Communication: To send you necessary administrative announcements, password recovery links, and service-related notifications.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to third parties. We may disclose information only if required by law, subpoena, or if we believe such action is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of zhForum.com or others.
Cookies
We use cookies to maintain your logged-in status, remember your user preferences (e.g., dark mode settings), and collect anonymous usage statistics to improve the Service. By using our forum, you consent to our use of cookies.
Data Retention and User Rights
Retention: We retain your personal data as long as your account is active or needed to provide you the Service. Public content (posts and threads) remains on the forum after account deletion (anonymized) to preserve the integrity of the discussion archives.
User Rights: You have the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data (subject to retention limitations for public content). Requests for data access or account deletion should be made via the Administration email.
