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LEGAL

Policies

Legal, Privacy & Conduct

The rules, rights, and safeguards behind every Bonfire event and account.

Table of Contents

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CoC

Bonfire is a community built on respect. We are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, age, race, ethnicity, nationality, or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of participants in any form.

Scope

This Code of Conduct applies to all Bonfire spaces, including our in-person meetups, online communities (Discord, social media), and any related events or gatherings. It applies to all participants, including attendees, speakers, sponsors, volunteers, and organizers.

Our Values

Our events are open to anyone interested in game development. We strive to create an inviting, friendly, and respectful environment where professionals, students, and hobbyists can connect. We encourage participants to assume good intent, be patient with newcomers, and offer constructive feedback rather than criticism. We expect all participants to be professional, considerate, and respectful of fellow attendees' boundaries and perspectives.

Prohibited Conduct

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited at all Bonfire events and spaces:
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Verbal Harassment: Offensive comments related to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, age, race, ethnicity, nationality, or religion. This includes slurs, insults, and unwelcome comments about someone's identity or appearance.
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Physical Harassment: Unwanted physical contact, blocking someone's path, or invading personal space. Always ask before initiating physical contact such as handshakes or hugs.
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Sexual Harassment: Unwelcome sexual attention, inappropriate imagery, sexualized comments or jokes, and unwanted advances.
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Intimidation & Stalking: Threatening behavior, following someone without consent, or persistent unwanted contact both during and after events.
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Online Harassment: Harassing behavior in our Discord server, social media, or any digital communication related to Bonfire.
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Disruption: Sustained disruption of talks, presentations, or other activities.
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Privacy Violations: Recording or photographing individuals without consent, or sharing private conversations.

Consequences

Participants asked to stop any harassing or inappropriate behavior are expected to comply immediately. If a participant engages in prohibited conduct, event organizers may take any action they deem appropriate, including:
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A verbal warning
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Removal from the event or online space without refund
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A ban from future Bonfire events
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Reporting to local authorities when applicable
Event organizers retain sole discretion in determining the appropriate response to any situation.

Media Policy

We may take photos or recordings at our events for documentation and promotion. Where required by law, we will ask for your consent before using identifiable images. If you would prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please inform our staff at check-in or contact us in advance; we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. If you would like a specific photo removed from our platforms, contact us and we will review the request promptly.

Reporting & Support

If you experience or witness a breach of this code of conduct, please report it immediately. All reports will be handled with discretion and confidentiality. You can reach our team by:

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Speaking directly to any Bonfire staff member at the event (they will be clearly identifiable)
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Emailing us (reports are monitored before, during, and after events)

hello+coc@bnf.eventsor use thecontact form

We take all reports seriously and are committed to addressing concerns promptly. You will not face retaliation for making a good-faith report.

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how the Bonfire organizing team (operating under the Bonfire Events name) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services.

Data Controller

The data controller is the Bonfire organizing team (community organizers) operating under the Bonfire Events name. We do not have a separate legal entity. If you have questions about this privacy policy, contact us at hello@bnf.events.

What Data We Collect

Personal Data

We collect the following personal data:
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Account Information: Email address (required for account creation)
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Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address and communication preferences if you sign up
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Form Submissions: Name, email, and message content when you submit contact forms or talk proposals
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Authentication Data: Login attempts, OTP challenges, and related metadata (including IP address and user agent) used to secure accounts
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Preferences: Email communication preferences

Technical Data

We automatically collect:
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IP Addresses: Used for security and rate limiting; stored in hashed form for likes, newsletters, and forms, and stored in raw form for authentication challenges and tokens
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User Agent: Used for security and analytics; for likes and newsletters we derive a browser/OS/device signature and store a salted hash, and for authentication challenges and tokens we store the user agent string
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Usage Data: Page views, interactions, and performance metrics
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Cookies: Essential cookies for CSRF protection, locale preferences, and theme settings

User Interactions

We store:
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Video Likes: Based on salted hashes of your IP address and a user agent signature (browser/OS/device); no account required
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Video Boosts: Linked to your user account
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Authentication Attempts: Attempts and outcomes for security purposes (may include hashed identifiers)

How We Use Your Data

Authentication

We use your email address to send one-time verification codes for secure, passwordless login. Authentication data is used to verify your identity and protect your account.

Communication

We use your email address to respond to your inquiries, send account-related notifications, and (with your consent) send community updates about Bonfire events.

Analytics & Performance

We use aggregated or anonymized usage data where possible to understand how our website is used, improve performance, and enhance user experience.

Security

We use IP addresses, user agent strings, and login attempt data to detect and prevent abuse, spam, and unauthorized access.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:
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Consent: Optional communications (e.g., community updates) and cookies where required
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Legitimate Interest: Security, fraud prevention, and basic analytics
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Contract / Pre-contract: Providing authentication, account services, and responding to your requests

Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:
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Vercel: Hosting, analytics, and performance monitoring. Privacy policy: https://vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy
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Resend: Email delivery service for OTP codes and notifications. Privacy policy: https://resend.com/legal/privacy-policy
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Cloudflare Turnstile: Bot detection and spam prevention. Privacy policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
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Neon Database: Database hosting for user data and form submissions. Privacy policy: https://neon.tech/legal/privacy-policy
We do not sell your personal data. We only share data with service providers necessary to operate our website and services.

Data Storage & Retention

Your data is stored in databases hosted by Neon. We use service providers that are required to comply with GDPR or provide appropriate safeguards.

Retention Periods

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above and to comply with legal obligations. Retention depends on the type of data and purpose. Examples include:
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Account Data: While your account is active or until you request deletion
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Form Submissions: As long as needed to handle your request or proposal
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Authentication Challenges: They expire after about 10 minutes and are rejected thereafter
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Video Likes: Stored as hashed identifiers to prevent duplicate votes
We may retain certain records longer if required by law or to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.

Your Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
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Right to Access: You can view some account data on the /me page and request a full copy from us
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Right to Rectification: You can update some details in your account settings or ask us to correct them
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Right to Erasure: You can delete your account at any time from the /me page
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Right to Restriction: You can ask us to limit processing in certain cases
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Right to Data Portability: Contact us to request a copy of your data
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Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests; you can opt out of community emails at any time
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Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for email communications at any time
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Right to Lodge a Complaint: You can lodge a complaint with the Czech Data Protection Authority (UOOU)
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@bnf.events or use the contact form.

Cookies & Tracking

We use the following cookies and services:
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Essential Cookies: bnf_csrf (CSRF protection), NEXT_LOCALE (language preference), bonfire-theme (theme preference)
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Analytics: Vercel Analytics collects anonymized, cookie-less usage data
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Error Reporting: Rollbar collects error data to help us fix bugs (may include page URL and browser info)
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Essential cookies are required for the website to function properly.

Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. These may include:
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Passwordless authentication with time-limited OTP codes
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Minimization of IP addresses and user agent strings (e.g., hashing) where feasible
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HTTPS encryption for data transmission
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Rate limiting and abuse prevention
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Ongoing maintenance and security updates

International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed by service providers located outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Where required, we use appropriate safeguards (such as standard contractual clauses) and assess transfers to provide an adequate level of protection.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at hello@bnf.events or use our contact form.

Terms of Service

Last updated: January 1, 2025

By accessing and using the Bonfire website and services operated by the Bonfire organizing team (the "Bonfire team"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, submitting forms, or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

Description of Service

The Bonfire team provides a platform for game development community meetups, including event information, video recordings, and community features. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the service at any time.

Account Registration

To use certain features, you must create an account:
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You must provide a valid email address
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You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account
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You must be at least 16 years old to create an account
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You agree to provide accurate and complete information
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You are responsible for all activities under your account

User Conduct

You agree to:
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Use the service only for lawful purposes
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Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the service
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Not interfere with or disrupt the service or servers
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Not use automated systems to access the service without permission
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Comply with our Code of Conduct
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Not submit false, misleading, or harmful content

Intellectual Property

The website content, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by the Bonfire team or its licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission. For logo or brand usage, contact us.

User-Generated Content

By submitting content (forms, proposals, comments), you grant the Bonfire team a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display your content for the purpose of operating and promoting our services. You represent that you have the necessary rights and permissions to submit this content.

Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service but do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation. We reserve the right to perform maintenance, updates, or modifications that may temporarily affect service availability.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Bonfire team shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the service. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid to us (if any) in the past 12 months. Nothing in these terms limits liability for intent or gross negligence, for harm to life or health, or for any liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Bonfire team from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the service, violation of these terms, or infringement of any rights of another party.

Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these terms or our Code of Conduct. You may delete your account at any time from your account settings.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the Czech Republic. If you are a consumer, this does not affect any mandatory consumer protection rights or the right to bring claims in the courts of your place of residence.

Dispute Resolution

If you have a dispute, please contact us first at hello@bnf.events. We will attempt to resolve disputes amicably. If a resolution cannot be reached, disputes will be resolved by the courts of the Czech Republic unless mandatory consumer rules provide otherwise.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at hello@bnf.events or use our contact form.