Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 23, 2026  |  Last Updated: February 23, 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how flashprint.org (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website. flashprint.org is an independent informational resource about FlashPrint, the 3D printing slicer software developed by FlashForge Technology Co., Ltd. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

a) Information You Voluntarily Provide

If you use our contact form, you may provide your name, email address, and a message. We do not require user registration, accounts, or purchases on this website.

b) Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our site, certain information is collected automatically through server logs and third-party services:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring URL and pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, or tablet)
  • Approximate geographic location (country/region level, derived from IP)

c) Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Essential cookies: WordPress may set cookies required for basic site functionality.

Analytics cookies: Google Analytics 4 (GA4) may be active on this site. GA4 collects aggregated data such as pageviews, session duration, traffic sources, and general demographics. GA4 does not collect personally identifiable information. You can opt out using Google’s opt-out browser add-on.

Advertising cookies: Google AdSense may be active on this site. AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ad Settings or at aboutads.info.

Cloudflare cookies: Our site uses Cloudflare CDN for performance and security. Cloudflare may set cookies (such as __cf_bm) to identify trusted web traffic.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To operate and maintain the website
  • To analyze traffic and improve content (via GA4)
  • To serve relevant advertisements (via AdSense)
  • To respond to contact form inquiries
  • To detect and prevent security threats (via Cloudflare)

We do not use your data for any other purpose.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

  • Google Analytics 4 — analytics service by Google LLC (Privacy Policy)
  • Google AdSense — advertising service by Google LLC (Ad Policy)
  • Cloudflare — CDN and security by Cloudflare, Inc. (Privacy Policy)

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We do not share your data with third parties except as described in this policy (Google, Cloudflare). We may disclose data if required by law or legal process. Aggregated, anonymized data may be used for site improvement.

6. Data Retention

  • Server logs: retained for approximately 30 days
  • Analytics data: retained per Google Analytics default settings (14 months)
  • Contact form submissions: retained until the inquiry is resolved, then deleted
  • Cookies: vary by type (session cookies expire when you close your browser; persistent cookies expire per their individual settings)

7. Your Rights and Choices

  • You can disable cookies in your browser settings
  • You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking
  • You can opt out of personalized ads via Google Ad Settings
  • You can request deletion of any personal data we hold by contacting us through our Contact page
  • If you are in the EU/EEA, you have rights under GDPR including access, rectification, erasure, portability, and objection
  • If you are in California, you have rights under CCPA including the right to know, delete, opt-out, and non-discrimination

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

9. Security

We use HTTPS/SSL encryption for all connections. Cloudflare provides DDoS protection and Web Application Firewall (WAF) security. While we take reasonable measures to protect your data, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

10. International Data Transfers

Our servers and third-party services may process data outside your country of residence. By using this site, you consent to such transfers. We rely on standard contractual clauses and other appropriate safeguards where applicable.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out through our Contact page.