Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how V6Direct.org ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you use our IPv6 tunnel and transit services, website, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR and German DSGVO.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for or use our Services, we may collect:

• •Contact information (name, email address)
• •Account credentials
• •Billing information (if applicable)
• •Technical configuration details

Network Information

To provide our Services, we automatically collect:

• •Source and destination IP addresses
• •Traffic volume statistics
• •Connection timestamps
• •Network performance metrics

Technical Information

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• •Device and browser information
• •IP address and approximate location
• •Usage data through cookies and similar technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• •Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
• •Authenticate users and secure our network
• •Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues
• •Prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• •Communicate with you about Services and updates
• •Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• •With service providers who assist in delivering our Services
• •With law enforcement when required by legal process
• •With network peers for operational purposes (IP addresses only)
• •During business transfers (merger, acquisition, or sale)

We require all third parties to respect your privacy and protect your information.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary:

• •Account information: Until account closure plus 6 months
• •Network logs: 30 days for operational purposes
• •Billing records: 7 years for tax compliance

Aggregated, anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for statistical purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• •Encryption of data in transit (TLS 1.2+)
• •Secure network architecture with firewalls
• •Regular security audits and vulnerability testing
• •Access controls and authentication mechanisms

While we strive to protect your information, no security measures are 100% effective.

6. Your Rights (GDPR/DSGVO)

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• •Access your personal information
• •Request correction of inaccurate information
• •Request deletion of your information
• •Object to or restrict certain processing
• •Data portability
• •Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@v6direct.org.

7. International Data Transfers

As a global network provider, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws through:

• •EU Standard Contractual Clauses
• •Privacy Shield certification (for US-based providers)
• •Binding Corporate Rules

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through our website or via email. Your continued use of our Services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.