1. Introduction
At Open Occult, we believe privacy is a sacred trust. This policy explains how we handle your information across our digital tools, learning platforms, and community features.
Our Core Privacy Principles
- We collect only what's necessary for your occult education
- Your spiritual practices remain private unless you choose to share
- We never sell or commercialize your personal data
- Transparency guides all our data practices
2. Data We Collect
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account Information | Username, email (if provided), account preferences | Service access and personalization |
| Usage Data | IP address, browser type, feature interactions | Analytics and service improvement |
| Tool Inputs | Divination queries, ritual tracking data | Service functionality (immediately anonymized) |
| Community Content | Forum posts, shared rituals (with consent) | Community features and moderation |
What We Never Collect
- Details of private spiritual practices not shared with us
- Sensitive biometric data
- Payment information (processed through secure third parties)
3. How We Use Your Data
Primary Uses
- Deliver and improve our occult education services
- Personalize your learning journey while respecting your privacy
- Ensure platform security and prevent abuse
- Respond to your support requests and feedback
Analytics & Research
We use aggregated, anonymized data to:
- Understand how seekers interact with our materials
- Improve the effectiveness of our teaching methods
- Guide the development of new features
Special Note on Occult Tools
Inputs to divination tools are processed ephemerally and never stored with personal identifiers. Your private spiritual queries remain yours alone.
4. Data Sharing
When We Share
- Service Providers: Only with vendors bound by strict confidentiality (hosting, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When necessary to comply with lawful requests
- Community Features: Only what you explicitly choose to share publicly
Third-Party Services
Some integrations (like Discord bots) have their own policies:
- We minimize data passed to third parties
- You'll always be notified before new integrations
- Opt-outs are available for non-essential services
5. Your Rights & Choices
Access & Control
- Request a copy of your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your learning progress
Tracking & Cookies
- Manage cookies via browser settings
- Opt out of non-essential analytics
- Use private browsing modes
- Adjust community visibility settings
Exercise Your Rights
Contact us at legal@openoccult.com with "Privacy Request" in the subject line. We respond within 30 days.
6. Security Measures
Our Protections
- End-to-end encryption for sensitive data
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Minimal data retention policies
- Staff training on data protection
Your Role
While we implement robust security, we recommend:
- Using strong, unique passwords
- Enabling two-factor authentication where available
- Being cautious with sensitive spiritual information in public channels
- Keeping your devices secure
7. Policy Updates
We may update this policy as our services evolve. Significant changes will be:
- Announced via email for registered users
- Posted with a clear summary of changes
- Dated at the top of this document
Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance, though we'll always respect your right to data deletion.
8. Contact Us
For privacy concerns or data requests:
Email: legal@openoccult.com
Secure Communication: PGP key available on request
Community Support: Open Occult Discord