Privacy Policy

Introduction

PolyCMS ("we", "us", or "our") is an open-source content management system. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you visit polycms.org or use the PolyCMS software.

Because PolyCMS is open-source and self-hosted, we do not collect, store, or process your personal data when you run PolyCMS on your own server. This policy applies only to the polycms.org website itself.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected

  • Server Logs - Standard web server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps) for security and performance monitoring.
  • Cookies - Essential session cookies required for site functionality. We use a cookie consent banner to inform visitors.

Voluntarily Provided

  • Account Information - If you register on polycms.org, we store your name, email, and hashed password.
  • Contact Information - If you reach out via email at polyxgo@gmail.com.

How We Use Information

  • To operate and maintain the polycms.org website
  • To respond to support inquiries
  • To improve site performance and security
  • To provide documentation and software downloads

Third-Party Services

polycms.org may use the following third-party services:

  • GitHub - Source code hosting and issue tracking
  • Google Fonts - Web font delivery

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Retention

Server logs are retained for up to 90 days. Account data is kept as long as your account is active. You may request deletion by contacting us.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent for cookie tracking

Open-Source Transparency

PolyCMS is released under the MIT License. The entire source code is publicly available on GitHub. You can audit exactly what the software does with your data when self-hosted.

Contact

For privacy-related questions, contact us at polyxgo@gmail.com.

Last updated: April 2026