Privacy Policy
How Syntrok Blog handles your data.
Last updated June 24, 2026
Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how Syntrok Blog collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website and services.
Information we collect
We collect information you provide (name, email, username, bio, posts, comments), authentication data via our identity provider (Clerk), usage data (views, timestamps), and technical data (hashed IP addresses in audit logs, user agent snippets).
How we use information
We use data to operate the platform, authenticate users, publish content, moderate abuse, improve performance, and maintain security audit trails for sensitive admin actions.
Third-party services
We use trusted providers including Clerk (authentication), Neon/PostgreSQL (database), Cloudinary (media), Vercel (hosting), and optionally Google Gemini (AI features). Each provider processes data under their own policies.
Cookies and local storage
We use cookies and similar technologies for authentication sessions, theme preferences, and essential site functionality.
Data retention
We retain account and content data while your account is active. Deleted content may remain in backups for a limited period. Audit logs may be retained for security and compliance.
Your rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may request access, correction, or deletion of personal data. Contact us to submit a request.
Contact
Privacy inquiries: hello@syntrok.org