Privacy Policy

OpenListing operates as an open-source project directory. We collect only the minimum necessary data required to deliver reliable indexing, curation, and user experience:

• Public Repository Information: Repository name, description, owner, stars count, fork count, primary programming language, topics, and open-source license parsed from public GitHub APIs.
• User Submissions: GitHub URLs submitted via our Submit form, alongside any optional contact handle provided for verification notifications.
• Technical Telemetry: Anonymized usage metrics such as browser type, referring URLs, and search query keywords used solely for ranking accuracy.

Repository data cataloged on OpenListing is gathered from publicly accessible sources under respective open-source licensing terms. We index this information to:

• Provide search, categorization, and comparative tech stack benchmarks.
• Render non-intrusive README badges highlighting project stats.
• Allow developers to discover viable alternatives to proprietary cloud services.

When you subscribe to our monthly open-source digest:

• Your email is strictly utilized to deliver repository roundups, trending releases, and product announcements.
• We do not sell, rent, or trade email lists to third-party brokers or advertisers.
• Every email includes a 1-click unsubscribe header and footer link.

We prioritize cookie-light and privacy-respecting client storage. Browser localStorage is used to persist your chosen directory sort order, active filters, and cookie consent preferences. We do not use cross-site tracking pixels or invasive advertising cookies.

OpenListing contains links to external websites, GitHub repositories, and documentation portals. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external entities. We encourage reviewing their respective policies when navigating off our platform.

Under GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy standards, you have the right to:

• Request confirmation and a copy of any personal data we hold.
• Request removal of your email or unlinking of a submitted project if you are the repository maintainer.
• Opt out of any non-essential analytics and communications at any time.

For inquiries regarding our privacy standards or to exercise your privacy rights, please reach out to our privacy compliance team at:

privacy@altftools.com