Privacy Statement

Last Updated: November 28, 2025

1. Introduction

AppDNS ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our Dynamic DNS service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Authentication Data

When you log in via GitHub OAuth, we collect:

  • GitHub User ID (for account identification)
  • GitHub Username (for display purposes)

2.2 Service Usage Data

To provide the DNS service, we store:

  • Subdomain names you create
  • Authentication tokens (UUID) for each subdomain
  • Current IPv4 and IPv6 addresses for your subdomains
  • Timestamps of subdomain creation and last IP update

2.3 Technical Data

We may automatically collect:

  • IP addresses used to access our service (for IP update functionality)
  • Server logs for debugging and security purposes

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely to:

  • Authenticate and identify users
  • Provide the Dynamic DNS service (creating and updating DNS records)
  • Maintain service security and prevent abuse
  • Improve service functionality and reliability

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

4.1 DigitalOcean

We use DigitalOcean's DNS infrastructure to manage DNS records. Your subdomain names and IP addresses are stored in DigitalOcean's systems as part of the DNS service.

4.2 GitHub

We use GitHub OAuth for authentication. Please review GitHub's privacy policy for information on how they handle your data.

4.3 No Data Sales

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as you maintain an active account with our service. When you delete a subdomain, the associated DNS records are removed from both our database and DigitalOcean's infrastructure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data stored in our system
  • Delete your subdomains and associated data at any time through our interface
  • Stop using the service, which will prevent collection of additional data

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure authentication via GitHub OAuth
  • Unique, non-guessable tokens for DNS updates
  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS) for all web traffic
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal session cookies necessary for authentication. We do not use tracking cookies or analytics services that collect personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed and stored in different countries where our service infrastructure is located. By using our service, you consent to such transfers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this statement.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or our data practices, please contact us through our GitHub repository or the contact information provided on our website.

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