Privacy Policy
china.pocketcomputer.net
Last updated: May 15, 2026

At china.pocketcomputer.net (a subdomain of the Pocketcomputer network operated by the Free Vikings Collective), we are committed to digital sovereignty, privacy, and minimal data collection. We build tools and spaces for individuals who value independence from surveillance capitalism and state monitoring.

This Privacy Policy explains what little information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.

1. Philosophy

We collect the absolute minimum data required to operate a private membership platform. We do not sell data. We do not run advertisements. We do not profile users for commercial purposes. We operate on a membership/subscription model funded directly by members.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information (required for membership):

  • Email address
  • Username (chosen by you)
  • Hashed password
  • Subscription status and payment reference (we do not store full credit card details — processed via privacy-friendly third-party providers)

Optional Profile Information:

  • Display name
  • Bio or self-description
  • Time zone / preferred language
  • Links to your public work (e.g., X, GitHub)

Technical & Usage Data (automatically collected, minimized):

  • IP address (temporarily logged for abuse prevention and rate limiting, then deleted or anonymized)
  • Browser type and version (general)
  • Access timestamps
  • Pages visited within the Pocketcomputer network

Content You Create:

  • Posts, comments, files, or other content you voluntarily share inside member-only areas.

We do not collect:

  • Precise geolocation
  • Device fingerprinting beyond basic security needs
  • Behavioral tracking across other websites
  • Biometric data

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and secure your access to the private network
  • To communicate important updates about the platform or China-related digital sovereignty topics
  • To prevent abuse, spam, or violations of our community standards
  • To improve our tools and services (aggregated and anonymized only)
  • To comply with legal obligations (if any)

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

We may share data only in these limited cases:

  • With service providers under strict confidentiality agreements (e.g., hosting, email delivery, payment processing) who meet our privacy standards.
  • When legally required by a valid court order or government request (we will attempt to notify affected members where legally permitted).
  • To protect the safety of our community or enforce our Terms of Service.

5. Security & Encryption

  • All traffic is served over HTTPS/TLS.
  • Sensitive member areas use end-to-end or at-rest encryption where technically feasible.
  • Passwords are stored using strong, one-way hashing.
  • We regularly audit access logs and security practices.
  • Self-hosted or sovereign tools are encouraged for members who want maximum control.

Important: No system is 100% secure. Operating in high-surveillance environments carries inherent risks. We recommend you follow our published sovereignty guides and use additional layers of obfuscation (e.g., VPNs, Tor, custom setups) when accessing the site from restricted jurisdictions.

6. Data Retention

  • We retain account data only while your membership is active (or for a short period after cancellation for accounting/legal reasons).
  • You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time (subject to limited backup retention for security).

7. Your Rights

You may:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data
  • Request export of your data
  • Withdraw consent where applicable
  • Object to processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@pocketcomputer.net (or through the secure member contact form).

8. International Data Transfers

The Pocketcomputer network operates across multiple jurisdictions with a focus on privacy-friendly locations. Data may be stored in servers outside of China. By using the service, you acknowledge these transfers.

9. Cookies & Tracking

We use only essential cookies for authentication and basic functionality. No third-party analytics or advertising cookies. You can manage preferences through your browser settings.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Significant changes will be communicated to members via email or in-platform notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions:
privacy@pocketcomputer.net

Or via the secure contact form inside the member portal.