Privacy Policy

This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our forum.
The collection is due to how the forum software works, not because we at The Highway Star decided to collect this info.

Information We Collect

We collect information when you:

  • Register: You may provide your name and email address. Email addresses are verified via a unique link.
  • Participate: We record the IP address of posts and may retain server logs of all requests to our server.

You can visit the site without registering.

How We Use Your Information

Your information helps us:

  • Personalize your experience
  • Improve our site and services
  • Respond to your inquiries or support requests
  • Send notifications (e.g., replies to your posts or account updates)

How We Protect Your Information

We implement security measures to safeguard your personal information when you submit or access it.

Data Retention

We retain server logs (including IP addresses) for no more than 14 days.

Cookies

Yes. Cookies are small files transferred to your device to:

  • Recognize your browser
  • Associate it with your registered account (if applicable)
  • Save your preferences for future visits
  • Compile aggregate data about site traffic

We may work with trusted third-party providers to analyze site usage. These providers are prohibited from using your information for any purpose other than helping us improve our services.

Disclosure to Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties, except when required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Third-Party Links

Our site may include links to third-party products or services. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices.

Children’s Privacy (COPPA)

Our services are intended for users 13 years or older. If you are under 13 and in the USA, do not use this site, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Scope of This Policy

This policy applies only to information collected online through this forum. Our main site is subject to its own privacy policy.

Your Consent

By using our site, you agree to this privacy policy.

Changes to This Policy

We will post updates to this policy on this page.

*Last updated: July 13, 2026
*This document is licensed under CC-BY-SA.