Privacy Protocol

At DEV-SPHER (a subsystem of Byteglide Creation), we recognize that in the digital age, privacy is not merely a luxury but a fundamental operational requirement. This Privacy Protocol articulates our comprehensive stance on data handling, specifically tailored to the unique capabilities of our client-side developer ecosystem.

By interfacing with the DEV-SPHER ecosystem, you acknowledge the protocols defined herein.

1. The "Local-First" Architecture

The defining characteristic of DEV-SPHER is its Client-Side Execution Model. Unlike traditional cloud-based developer tools that transmit your code, keys, or data to a remote server for processing, DEV-SPHER tools are engineered to execute strictly within your local browser environment.

This means:

• JSON/XML Data: When you use our formatters or validators, the data payload remains in your device's Random Access Memory (RAM). It is never serialized for transmission over the network.
• Cryptographic Keys: Inputs such as API keys, JWTs, or private keys used in our specific debugging tools are processed locally via JavaScript. We do not log, store, or transmit these credentials.
• Image Assets: Image manipulations (conversions, compression) occur via the HTML5 Canvas API on your device.

2. Data Collection & Telemetry

While we minimize data collection to the absolute operational limit, certain non-identifiable telemetry data is aggregated to maintain system integrity:

• Access Logs: Standard web server logs (IP address, User-Agent, Request Timestamp) are temporarily retained for security auditing and DDoS mitigation. These logs are purged automatically on a rolling 30-day cycle.
• Performance Metrics: Anonymized data regarding tool load times and rendering performance may be collected to optimize code delivery.
• Community Speculation: Data explicitly submitted to the "Community Uplink" (Sticky Note Board) is public. Do not submit sensitive personal identifiers (PII) or confidential secrets in this public forum.

3. LocalStorage & Persistence

To enhance user experience, DEV-SPHER utilizes the browser's localStorage and sessionStorage APIs. This allows us to:

• Remember your preferences (e.g., Theme selections, Tool layout).
• Persist your "Sticky Notes" locally so they remain visible to you upon return.
• Cache heavy assets to reduce bandwidth consumption on subsequent visits.

This data resides solely on your physical device. Clearance of your browser cache will result in the irrevocable loss of this local state, as we possess no server-side backup.

4. Third-Party Integrations

DEV-SPHER is a modular ecosystem. While the core is self-contained, certain peripheral features may interface with external nodes:

• CDN Providers: Static assets (CSS, JS, Fonts) may be delivered via global Content Delivery Networks (e.g., Cloudflare, Google Fonts) to ensure low-latency access. These providers operate under their own privacy directives.
• External Links: The ecosystem contains hyperlinks to external documentation or repositories (e.g., GitHub). We accept no liability for the tracking practices of these external domains.

5. Information Security (InfoSec)

Byteglide Creation employs a Defense-in-Depth strategy. Even though we do not store your data, we protect the delivery mechanism:

• HTTPS/TLS: All transmission of the DEV-SPHER interface code is encrypted via TLS 1.3 standards, preventing Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks that could inject malicious code into the tools.
• Content Security Policy (CSP): We implement strict CSP headers to mitigate Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) risks.

6. Compliance & Rights

In accordance with global data statutes (GDPR, CCPA):

• Right to Erase: Since we do not foster user accounts or store personal data on our servers, we hold no data to erase. Your "data" exists only in your browser cache, which you have full autonomy to clear.
• Right to Access: The data you see in your local storage is the totality of data we "hold" associated with your session.

7. Contact Uplink

For high-level inquiries regarding system privacy or to report a potential vulnerability, please engage our security channel:

contact@byteglidecreation.com // SUBJECT: PRIVACY-OP