Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2/3/2026
1. Introduction
TopBotList ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you use our website and services (collectively, the "Service").
2. Information We Collect
Information from Discord
When you sign in with Discord, we receive:
- Your Discord user ID
- Your Discord username
- Your Discord avatar
- Your email address (if provided by Discord)
Information You Provide
- Bot listings (name, description, links, tags)
- Comments and reviews
- Reports you submit
- API tokens you generate
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain the Service
- Authenticate your identity
- Display your profile and bot listings
- Process votes and track voting eligibility
- Send webhook notifications to bot developers
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Respond to support requests
- Improve the Service
4. Information Sharing
We share your information in the following circumstances:
- Public profiles: Your username and avatar are visible on bot listings, comments, and user profiles
- Vote webhooks: When you vote, your Discord ID may be sent to the bot developer via webhook
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law
- Service providers: We may share data with trusted third parties who help us operate the Service
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us. Some information may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data (API tokens, webhook secrets)
- Secure HTTPS connections
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls for staff
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and data
- Export your data
- Object to certain processing
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us through our support channels.
8. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session and remember your preferences. Essential cookies are required for the Service to function. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
9. Third-Party Services
The Service integrates with third-party services:
- Discord: For authentication and user data
- Analytics: To understand how users interact with the Service
These services have their own privacy policies that govern their use of your data.
10. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us.
11. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our support channels.