Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how Bucky ("Bucky", "we", "our" or "us") collects, uses, stores and protects information when you use the Bucky Discord bot, dashboard and related services (together, the "Service"). We collect the minimum data required to operate the Service and we never sell it.
By adding Bucky to a server or signing in to the dashboard, you agree to the practices described here and in our Terms of Service and Cookie Policy.
Information we collect
We collect only what is needed to provide each feature. Application answers, message contents and direct messages are not stored.
| Category | Examples | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Discord identifiers | User ID, Server (guild) ID, role & channel IDs | Associate settings and data with the right account and server |
| Security configuration | Module toggles, thresholds, punishment chains, ignore rules, SOC rules | Run and enforce your server's protection |
| Security events | Incident metadata, audit-log derived events, quarantine records, snapshots of server structure | Detection, recovery and the audit trail |
| Economy & gameplay | Balances, inventory, level/progression, mission & arc state | Power the economy, arcade and story features |
| Reminders | Reminder text and scheduled time | Deliver reminders you create |
| Technical | Session token, IP address at sign-in, basic request logs | Authentication, security and abuse prevention |
How we use your information
Your data is used solely to operate and improve the Service: authenticating dashboard access, enforcing security settings, powering the economy and story systems, delivering reminders, and diagnosing problems. We do not sell, rent or monetise your data, and we do not use it for advertising.
Lawful basis for processing
Where the GDPR or similar laws apply, we rely on: performance of a contract (to provide features you request), legitimate interests (to keep servers secure and prevent abuse), and consent (for optional cookies, withdrawable at any time).
Data retention
We keep data for as long as it is needed to provide the Service. Security snapshots and incident records are retained to support recovery and the audit trail; you can delete snapshots from the dashboard. If Bucky is removed from a server, associated configuration and security data may be deleted after a reasonable period unless earlier deletion is requested.
Sharing & sub-processors
We do not share personal data with third parties for their own purposes. We rely on a small number of processors to run the Service:
- Discord — the platform the Service operates on; governed by Discord's own Privacy Policy.
- Hosting & database providers — to store configuration and run the bot and dashboard.
We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety and security of our users and the Service.
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, export or delete your data, to object to or restrict certain processing, and to withdraw consent. To exercise any of these, contact us via the Contact page with your Discord User ID. We respond to verified requests within a reasonable timeframe.
Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your data, including encrypted transport, scoped access tokens and least-privilege access to production systems. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, but we work to protect your information and to promptly address any issues.
Children's privacy
The Service is not directed to anyone under the minimum age required to use Discord in their country (at least 13). We do not knowingly collect data from children below that age. If you believe a child has provided us data, contact us and we will delete it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected here with an updated date, and where appropriate we will provide additional notice.
Contact
Questions about privacy or a data request? Reach us through the Contact page or our Discord support server.