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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 11, 2026

Denver Commons respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information the platform collects, how it is used, and the choices you have regarding your information.

Who We Are

Denver Commons is a free, open source community resource provided by Patchwork StreetBridge, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. Web hosting is provided by Media Press Kit, LLC as a community service.

Denver Commons exists to help people connect, collaborate, and build real-world community through a platform designed for the DIY community.

Information Collected

Depending on how you use the platform, it may collect:

Your name or display name.
Your email address.
Profile information that you choose to publish.
Project information, forum posts, comments, and messages that you voluntarily submit.

Subscription preferences.
IP addresses and browser information used for security, abuse prevention, and system administration.
Technical information generated by your browser, including cookies and session identifiers necessary for the operation of the website.

You control the information you choose to share publicly.

How Your Information Is Used

Information collected through Denver Commons is used to:

Create and maintain your account.
Provide community features and communication tools.
Deliver newsletters and member notifications you have requested.
Operate discussion forums, chat, and messaging.

Prevent spam, fraud, and abuse.
Maintain the security and reliability of the platform.
Improve the services provided by Denver Commons.

Email Communications

Denver Commons sends email only to people who have chosen to receive it.

Platform communications may include:

Account notifications.
Verification emails.
Password reset messages.
The Denver Commons eZine.
Mailing list notifications you have subscribed to.

You may unsubscribe from newsletters and mailing lists at any time. Some account-related emails are necessary for the operation and security of your account.

Member Mailing Lists

Members may create their own mailing lists through the platform.

These mailing lists are managed by the member who created them. Denver Commons provides the tools for communication but does not edit, endorse, or control the content of member communications.

Public Information

Information you choose to publish on your profile or in public areas of the platform may be visible to other visitors and may be indexed by search engines.

Please consider carefully what information you choose to make public.

Cookies

Denver Commons uses cookies and similar technologies necessary for website functionality, account authentication, security, and user preferences.

The platform is not designed to track your activity across unrelated websites.

Information Sharing

Denver Commons does not sell your personal information.

We do not rent, trade, or sell member information to advertisers, marketers, or data brokers.

Information may be shared only:

When required by law.
To protect the rights, safety, or security of users or the platform.
To investigate fraud, abuse, or unlawful activity.
With trusted service providers who help operate the platform and are required to protect your information.

Data Security

Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are used to protect the information entrusted to us.

No method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. While we work to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Choices

You may:

Update your profile information.
Manage your subscriptions.
Delete content you have created, where permitted.
Request the closure of your account.
Contact us with questions about your personal information.

Children's Privacy

Denver Commons welcomes participants of all ages. Where required by law, parents or legal guardians should supervise the use of the platform by minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of applicable law.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of Denver Commons after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Contact

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to the administrators of Denver Commons through the contact information provided on the website or by sending email directly to support@denvercommons.org.