This Privacy Policy explains how AstroAnimate collects, uses, and handles information. AstroAnimate is designed with minimal data collection. We do not require user accounts and do not collect personal data beyond what is necessary to operate and improve the project.
Information We Collect
AstroAnimate collects limited information to maintain and improve the website and project.
Analytics Data
We use Google Analytics to collect basic usage data such as:
- Page views
- Browser type
- Device type
- Referrer information
Google Analytics may process limited technical data such as IP addresses. Where possible, IP anonymization and privacy-focused settings are enabled. This data is aggregated and not intended to identify individual users. Aggregated data cannot be used to identify individual users, and we do not attempt to do so.Google Analytics data is governed by Google’s Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you contact us via email, we may store:
- Your email address
- The content of your message
This is used only to respond to your request.
GitHub Interactions
If you interact with AstroAnimate via GitHub (issues, pull requests, discussions):
- Your GitHub username and public activity are visible as part of the GitHub platform
- This data is governed by GitHub's Privacy Policy
What We Do Not Collect
- No account registration data
- No personal profiles
- No payment information
- No sensitive personal data (such as financial or identity data)
How We Use Information
Collected information is used for the following purposes:
- To understand how the website and documentation are used
- To improve components, documentation, and developer experience
- To respond to support requests or inquiries
- To maintain the reliability and performance of the site
We do not use collected data for advertising or profiling.
Data Controller
AstroAnimate acts as the data controller for the limited data collected through the website.
Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary to fulfill its original purpose:
- Analytics data — retention is configured within Google Analytics settings and limited to the minimum necessary duration
- Email communications — retained only as long as needed to resolve your inquiry, then deleted
- GitHub activity — governed by GitHub's own retention policies
You may request deletion of email communications at any time by contacting us.
Cookies and Tracking
AstroAnimate uses Google Analytics for basic usage insights.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- Cookies may be used for analytics functionality
- We do not use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking
- We do not track users across different websites
- Where required by applicable law, analytics cookies are used only with user consent
- You can disable cookies at any time through your browser settings
Analytics is configured to collect aggregated data and does not intentionally collect personally identifiable information.
Third-Party Services
AstroAnimate relies on third-party services to operate. These services may collect data independently according to their own policies:
- GitHub — repository hosting, issues, and contributions
- Cloudflare Pages — hosting and content delivery
- Google Analytics — usage analytics
We do not control how these services collect or use data outside of our configuration.
International Data Transfers
Data may be processed in countries outside your own, depending on the infrastructure of third-party service providers such as GitHub, Cloudflare, and Google Analytics.
These providers may store or process data in multiple regions.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share user data with advertisers or third parties for marketing purposes.
Data may be shared only in the following cases:
- With service providers required to operate the website
- When required by applicable law or legal process
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical measures to protect information handled by the website.
However:
- No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure
- We cannot guarantee the absolute security of data in transit or at rest
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Request access to any personal data you have provided
- Request deletion of your data (such as email communications)
- Object to or restrict certain uses of your data
- Contact us regarding any privacy concern
Since AstroAnimate does not maintain user accounts, personal data associated with individuals is minimal.
To exercise any of these rights, contact:
Children's Privacy
AstroAnimate is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us and it will be deleted.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated over time.
- Updates will be reflected on this page
- The effective date will be revised
- Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the updated policy
Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts located in Kottayam, Kerala, India.