> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://tscentral.gitbook.io/home/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://tscentral.gitbook.io/home/bot/privacy.md).

# Privacy Policy

### Privacy Policy for Times Square Central Bot

**Effective Date: 07/13/24**

#### Introduction

Welcome to the Times Square Central server! We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how our custom bot (ID: 1153342167494963310) collects, uses, stores, and protects your data.

#### Information We Collect

**For Staff Members**

If you are a staff member (role ID: 1144901536691007488), we collect the following information:

1. **Optional Data (provided by the user):**
   * Country
   * Languages
   * Staff Bio
   * Staff Note
2. **Mandatory Data:**
   * Date you joined the staff team (roleaddedtimestamp)
   * Last online timestamp

Please note that the following information is publicly visible to all server members:

* Roleaddedtimestamp
* Languages
* Country
* Status and last online timestamp

**For Non-Staff Members**

For non-staff members, we do not store any personal data. However, the bot has the capability to:

* Read your presence (online status)
* Read the content of your messages for moderation purposes

#### Use of Collected Information

* **Staff Data:** Used to manage and coordinate staff activities and maintain transparency within the server. The mandatory data helps track staff engagement and activity.
* **Non-Staff Data:** Presence data is read for moderation purposes only. Message content is reviewed for moderation and deleted after the review, except for messages in helpdesk tickets.

#### Storage and Security

* **Staff Data:** Stored securely and only accessible to authorized personnel. This data is used to ensure efficient server management.
* **Non-Staff Data:** Message content (excluding helpdesk tickets) is not stored after moderation. Helpdesk ticket transcripts are stored indefinitely for security and reference purposes.

#### Data Deletion and User Rights

* **Staff Members:** You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data. However, this will require demotion from your staff position.
* **Non-Staff Members:** Since we do not store your data beyond moderation purposes, no deletion request is necessary.

#### Data Sharing

We do not share your data with third parties. All data collected is used solely for the purposes outlined in this policy and within the Times Square Central server.

#### Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

#### Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact the server owner, cooper.sheldon (Discord ID: 850405020033744926).

By using the Times Square Central server and interacting with our bot, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

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