Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 18, 2025

Introduction

Retcon Black Mountain ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our decentralized document archive platform.

Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide our services:

  • Account Information: Username, email address (optional), and password (encrypted)
  • Content: Documents, images, quotes, and links you upload to the platform
  • Usage Data: Basic information about how you interact with the platform

Cookies

This website uses only essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the website to function properly:

  • Authentication Cookie (authToken): Keeps you logged in to your account. This cookie is essential for the platform to work.
  • Security Cookie (csrf-token): Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. This cookie is essential for your security.

These cookies are strictly necessary and do not track you or collect personal data for marketing purposes. Under GDPR and French law, we do not need your consent for these essential cookies.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the document archive platform
  • Authenticate your account and keep it secure
  • Store and display your uploaded content
  • Send essential service notifications (account verification, password reset)

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely:

  • All data is stored on servers located in France (EU)
  • Passwords are encrypted using industry-standard bcrypt hashing
  • HTTPS encryption protects data in transit
  • Regular automated backups ensure data preservation

Third-Party Services

We do not use any third-party analytics, tracking, or advertising services. Your data is not shared with third parties except:

  • Email delivery service (IONOS) for account verification emails
  • When required by law or legal process

Your Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Data Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
  • Object: Object to processing of your personal data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: noreply@retconblackmountain.info

Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, your data will be permanently deleted within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: noreply@retconblackmountain.info
  • Website: https://retconblackmountain.info

Legal Information

This service is operated from France and complies with:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • French Data Protection Act (Loi Informatique et Libertés)
  • ePrivacy Directive