OpenForm

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 27, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to OpenForm. This Privacy Policy explains how OpenForm ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website, use our open-source software, or interact with our services.

OpenForm is a "Documents as Code" platform. We provide open-source libraries available via NPM, JSON schemas hosted on our servers, and documentation via our website and GitHub.

By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Newsletter Subscription: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Name (optional)

Contact Form: When you contact us through our website, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Message content

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Website Usage: When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device type
  • Pages viewed and time spent
  • Referring URLs
  • Date and time of visits

Analytics: We use analytics services to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve our content and user experience.

2.3 Information We Do Not Collect

NPM Packages: When you install our packages via NPM, we do not collect any usage data. NPM may collect its own data according to its privacy policy.

JSON Schemas: When you access our JSON schemas, we collect only standard server logs (IP address, timestamp, resource accessed) for security and operational purposes.

GitHub: When you access our repositories on GitHub, we do not collect any data. GitHub may collect data according to its privacy policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Send newsletter updates (if you subscribed)
  • Respond to your inquiries from the contact form
  • Analyze website traffic and improve our content
  • Maintain security and prevent abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

Service Providers: We use third-party services to help operate our website:

  • Analytics providers (to understand website usage)
  • Email service providers (to send newsletters)
  • Hosting providers (to serve our website and schemas)

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies on our website for:

Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly.

Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Data Retention

  • Newsletter subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe
  • Contact form messages: Retained for up to 2 years
  • Server logs: Retained for up to 90 days
  • Analytics data: Retained according to our analytics provider's policies

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Unsubscribe: Click the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email
  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@open-form.dev.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including encryption in transit (TLS) and secure hosting infrastructure.

9. International Transfers

OpenForm is based in the United States. If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by updating the "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at open-form.dev/contact or email privacy@open-form.dev.