I’m looking for a complete list of what personal data Discourse collects, for example first name, last name, email, user principle name, location, etc. Also, I need to know firstly who can view and secondly who can edit this information. I’m trying to onboard Discourse in my organization.

[image] Gavin Hudson: I’m looking for a complete list of what personal data Discourse collects, for example first name, last name, email, user principle name, location, etc. I don’t think there is a definitive list anywhere. Maybe there should be one. The problem with listing what personal d…

What personal data is collected and who can read/edit it?

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Heliosurge (Dan DeMontmorency) September 23, 2023, 11:04pm 7

Some Plugin & Theme component that maybe of interest.

Personal Messages

Are not a 100% private Admin can view, Moderators can view PM with a site setting change.

Discourse has a plugin that enables peer 2 peer encryption. - If going with a paid hosting look to see if plugin is included. Self-Hosted cinsider installing:

Theme component to Consider

The cookie consent Banner might not be enough for GDPR. You would need to check with local laws. @Jagster might have sine info on this and/or suggestions for Theme component & Plugin to consider.

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What personal data is collected and who can read/edit it?

Personal Messages

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