Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 31, 2025
Introduction
AncestryCodex ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our genealogy platform.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our services, including:
- Name and contact information (email address)
- Profile information (bio, avatar)
- Genealogical data (family tree information, individual records)
- Uploaded media files (photos, documents)
- Messages and communications within the platform
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and version
- Usage data and access times
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our genealogy services
- To manage your user account
- To enable platform features (family tree, research tasks, messaging)
- To communicate with you about updates and features
- To ensure security and prevent fraud
- To improve our services and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Family Members: Information you add to the family tree is visible to other authorized family members
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our legal rights
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through our Cookie Settings page.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Necessary Cookies: Required for website functionality
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site usage
Your Privacy Rights (GDPR)
Under GDPR and other privacy regulations, you have the following rights:
Right to Access
You can view and access all your personal data we hold.
Right to Data Portability
You can export your data in a machine-readable format.
Right to Rectification
You can update or correct your personal information at any time.
Right to Erasure
You can request deletion of your personal data.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
- Strict access controls and authentication
- Regular security audits and backups
- Continuous monitoring for security threats
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. When you request account deletion, we will either delete or anonymize your data within 30 days, except where required by law to retain it longer.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
Changes to This Privacy 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. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.