Your Privacy Matters

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 12, 2026

1. Introduction

VGClod ("we," "our," or "the bot") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our Discord bot.

2. Information We Collect

VGClod collects and stores the following types of information:

• Discord User Information: User IDs, usernames, and server (guild) IDs necessary for bot functionality
• Pokemon Showdown User Information: Usernames on the platform required for tournament and draft functionality
• User-Generated Content: Pokepaste links, team compositions, tournament data, and draft league information that you create or share through the bot
• Command Usage Data: Records of bot commands used to improve functionality and user experience
• Server Settings: Configuration preferences set by server administrators

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide core bot functionality including Pokémon data lookup, pokepaste management, tournament organization, and draft league features
• Store and retrieve your saved teams and tournament data
• Maintain server-specific settings and configurations
• Improve bot features and fix technical issues
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on our servers. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data may be shared only in the following circumstances:

• Within your Discord server as part of normal bot operations (e.g., displaying tournament results)
• When required by law or to respond to legal processes
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide bot services. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us or using the appropriate bot commands.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the data we store about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of data collection by ceasing use of the bot

8. Third-Party Services

VGClod may interact with third-party services such as Pokepaste. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external services. Please review their privacy policies separately.

9. Children's Privacy

VGClod is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the bot after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us through our support server or at the contact information provided in the bot's about section.