Privacy Policy
Last updated: 23 July 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Open Mysteries.
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
By using Open Mysteries, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are
Open Mysteries is an international online community dedicated to the discussion and exploration of UFOs, UAP, extraterrestrial life, ancient mysteries, paranormal phenomena, consciousness and other unexplained subjects.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the way we process your personal data, please contact us:
Open Mysteries
Email: info [at] openmysteries.org
3. Information We Collect
Depending on how you use Open Mysteries, we may collect the following information:
Account Information
- Username
- Email address
- Password (stored securely in encrypted form)
- Profile information you choose to provide
Content You Create
- Posts
- Comments
- Blogs
- Videos
- Images
- Groups
- Private messages (where applicable)
Technical Information
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referral information
- Cookies
- Server log files
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Create and manage your account.
- Provide and improve our services.
- Protect the security of the platform.
- Prevent spam, fraud and abuse.
- Communicate with members.
- Comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Cookies
Open Mysteries uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you signed in.
- Remember your preferences.
- Improve website functionality.
- Enhance security.
- Analyze website usage.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
6. User Content and Responsibility
Most content you voluntarily publish on Open Mysteries is intended to be publicly visible.
Please remember that information you post publicly may be viewed, shared, archived or indexed by search engines.
Only share information that you are comfortable making public.
You are responsible for the personal information you choose to publish on Open Mysteries. Please avoid posting sensitive information about yourself or others unless you have the necessary permission to do so.
By submitting content, you confirm that you have the legal right to publish it and that it does not violate the privacy, copyright or other legal rights of any individual or organization.
Open Mysteries cannot control how publicly available content may be copied, quoted or redistributed by third parties outside the platform.
7. Private Messages
Private messages are intended only for the participants in a conversation.
We respect the privacy of private communications. However, we may access message data when reasonably necessary to investigate spam, abuse, security incidents or when required by applicable law.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, disclosure or alteration.
While we strive to protect your information, no internet service can guarantee absolute security.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to operate Open Mysteries, comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
If you delete your account, some publicly shared content may remain visible where its removal would negatively affect discussion threads or other members' contributions.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your country of residence and applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information.
- Correct inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Object to certain processing activities.
- Withdraw your consent where applicable.
- Request a copy of your personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
info [at] openmysteries.org
11. Children's Privacy
Open Mysteries is not intended for children under the minimum legal age required to use our services.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected unintentionally, we will take appropriate steps to remove it.
12. Third-Party Services
Open Mysteries may use trusted third-party providers for services including:
- Website hosting
- Email delivery
- Spam protection
- Analytics
- Embedded media
These providers process personal information only when necessary to perform their services on our behalf.
13. International Users
Open Mysteries welcomes members from around the world.
Your information may be processed in the country where our servers or trusted service providers are located. We take reasonable measures to protect personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When significant changes are made, we will update the Last updated date and, where appropriate, notify registered members through the website.
Continued use of Open Mysteries after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
15. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
Open Mysteries
Email: info [at] openmysteries.org
