Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 29, 2026

Welcome to OpenSourceAI Directory (https://opensourceaidirectory.com). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. By using our site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal personal information to provide a better experience:

Personal Information: When you contact us through the contact form, newsletter subscription, or submit a new open source AI tool, we may collect your name, email address, and any message you send.
Usage Data: We automatically collect non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site through analytics tools (like Google Analytics).
Cookies: We use essential cookies and analytics cookies to improve site performance and user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

We do not collect sensitive personal data such as financial information, government IDs, or location data beyond basic analytics.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
To send important updates, newsletters, or responses regarding submitted open source AI tools (only if you have opted in)
To analyze website traffic and improve our directory’s content and user experience
To maintain the security and functionality of the website

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following cases:

With trusted service providers (such as email service providers or analytics tools) who help us operate the website, under strict confidentiality agreements
When required by law or to protect our legal rights
In case of a business transfer (merger, acquisition, etc.), with appropriate safeguards

4. Third-Party Links and Services

Our directory contains links to external open source projects (GitHub, GitLab, official documentation, etc.). This Privacy Policy applies only to our website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites you visit through our links. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Opt out of receiving newsletters or marketing emails at any time
Disable cookies through your browser settings (note: this may affect site functionality)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page with the updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.