Privacy policy for the qwen.co.com reference site

This page describes what data this independent reference site collects, what it does not collect, how long data is retained, and how to exercise rights under applicable privacy regulations. This policy applies only to qwen.co.com. It does not govern the upstream Qwen project, Alibaba Cloud, or any other service.

Pocket Brief

qwen.co.com collects standard web analytics (page views, referrer, browser type) and server access logs. It does not collect account credentials, personal health information, financial data, or persistent user profiles. Optional email correspondence to the editorial team address is stored only as long as it takes to respond. GDPR and CCPA rights apply as described below.

What this site collects

qwen.co.com collects anonymised analytics and server logs to understand how the site is used and to maintain it. No account system means no credentials are stored.

This site is a static reference with no user account system. There is no login, no sign-up form, and no persistent user profile. The data this site collects falls into three categories.

Web analytics. This site uses anonymised page-level analytics to understand which pages are visited, how users arrive (search, direct, referral), and how the site performs over time. The analytics do not collect names, email addresses, or any personally identifiable information. IP addresses are anonymised before storage. The analytics data is used solely for editorial and maintenance decisions — understanding which pages need updating and which topics attract the most readers.

Server access logs. The web server automatically records access logs that include the requested URL, the HTTP status code, the referring URL, the user agent string, and a truncated or hashed IP address. These logs are used for debugging errors, monitoring for abuse, and maintaining site availability. Server logs are not linked to individual user identity and are not shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

Email correspondence. If you contact the editorial team at the address listed in the footer, your message and the email address you send from are received and read by the editorial team. That correspondence is stored only as long as it takes to respond and resolve the matter. No email address collected through direct correspondence is added to any mailing list or shared with third parties.

What this site does not collect

No account credentials, health or financial data, persistent cross-site identifiers, or user profile databases are collected or stored by this site.

Because there is no account system, this site does not collect or store passwords, payment information, personal health records, government identifiers, or any other sensitive personal data category. There is no persistent cross-site tracking cookie placed on visitor devices for advertising purposes. This site does not sell, share, or license visitor data to third parties for any purpose.

Cookies and similar technologies

This site may set a minimal session cookie to support page navigation. No persistent advertising or tracking cookies are set. If the analytics tool used by this site sets a cookie, it is configured for anonymised, first-party-only use. Visitors who prefer no cookies can configure their browser to block them without affecting the ability to read any content on this site.

GDPR and CCPA rights

Visitors in the EU, UK, and California have specific privacy rights under GDPR and CCPA respectively — including rights of access, deletion, and correction. Contact the editorial team to exercise these rights.

If you are located in the European Union or the United Kingdom, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies to your personal data. You have the right to access data held about you, the right to request correction of inaccurate data, the right to request deletion of data, and the right to object to processing. Because this site does not maintain a user database or persistent profiles, the practical scope of these rights is limited to any data that may be in server logs or in email correspondence. To exercise any GDPR right, contact the editorial team at the address in the footer.

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides additional rights including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of sale of personal information. This site does not sell personal information. The same contact method applies for any CCPA request. Comprehensive guidance on GDPR compliance is available at gdpr.eu, which is an independent resource for understanding the regulation.

Data retention

Server access logs are retained for up to 90 days for operational and security purposes, after which they are deleted. Anonymised analytics aggregates are retained indefinitely in aggregate form because they contain no personal data. Email correspondence is retained for the duration of the exchange plus a reasonable follow-up period, typically no more than 12 months from the last communication, after which it is deleted.

Data categories collected by qwen.co.com, collection status, purpose, and retention period
Data categoryCollectedPurposeRetention
Page view analytics (anonymised)YesEditorial decisions, performance monitoringAggregated indefinitely; raw data 90 days
Server access logs (truncated IP)YesDebugging, abuse monitoring, uptimeUp to 90 days, then deleted
Email correspondenceOnly if you contact usResponding to editorial or privacy enquiriesDuration of exchange plus up to 12 months
Account credentials or passwordsNo — no account system existsN/AN/A
Personal health or financial dataNoN/AN/A

Changes to this policy

This privacy policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in site functionality, applicable law, or data handling practices. Material changes will be noted at the top of this page with the effective date. Continued use of the site after a change constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. If you have questions about this policy or want to exercise a privacy right, contact the editorial team at the address listed in the site footer.

This policy was last reviewed in April 2026. It applies only to data collected by qwen.co.com and does not govern the privacy practices of the upstream Qwen project, Alibaba Cloud, or any linked third-party services.

Frequently asked questions

Three practical questions about privacy on this reference site.

Does qwen.co.com track me across other websites?

No. This site does not set persistent cross-site tracking cookies and does not participate in third-party advertising networks. Analytics are anonymised and scoped to this domain only. Browsing other websites after visiting qwen.co.com is not tracked or linked to your visit here.

How do I request deletion of my data?

Because this site does not maintain user accounts or persistent personal profiles, the main data that could relate to you is server log entries and any email you have sent to the editorial team. To request deletion of either, contact the editorial team at the email address in the site footer with the subject line "Privacy deletion request." Requests are processed within 30 days in line with GDPR timelines.

Does this privacy policy apply to the upstream Qwen platform?

No. This policy applies only to qwen.co.com, which is an independent reference site. The upstream Qwen project, Alibaba Cloud's DashScope API, and any other Alibaba-operated services have their own privacy policies that are separate from and unrelated to this one. Always review the privacy policy of the specific service you are using, not this one, for data that you submit to those services.