Privacy Policy
Last updated: 15.02.2026
This Privacy Policy explains how NEKOSBEST (“we”, “us”, “our”) processes information when you use the nekos.best website, the NEKOSBEST API, and related documentation.
NEKOSBEST
Website: https://nekos.best
Contact email: contact@nekos.best
1. Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to:
- The nekos.best website
- The NEKOSBEST API
- Documentation and infrastructure required to operate these services
The services are intended for developers and are not directed at individuals under the age of 13.
2. Data We Process
We do not require user accounts and do not collect directly identifying personal data such as names or email addresses.
The following technical data may be processed automatically:
2.1 IP Address
- Used temporarily for:
- Rate limiting
- Abuse prevention
- Security and DDoS mitigation
- IP addresses are not used to identify users beyond these technical purposes.
2.2 Logs
Technical logs may include:
- IP address
- Request headers
- Timestamps
- Error information
2.3 Request and Response Data
- API request and response payloads are processed only to fulfill requests
- Payloads are not permanently stored
2.4 Analytics
We use Umami Analytics, which is:
- Self-hosted
- IP-anonymized
- Cookie-free
Analytics data is used only to understand general usage patterns and improve service reliability.
2.5 Error Monitoring
We use Sentry to monitor errors and stability.
Error reports may include technical information such as request metadata and IP-derived data, but are used solely for debugging and reliability purposes.
3. Purpose of Processing
Data is processed exclusively for:
- Operating the website, API, and documentation
- Rate limiting and abuse prevention
- Security and service stability
- Monitoring performance and detecting errors
4. Legal Basis
Where applicable, processing is based on legitimate interest, including:
- Protecting the service from abuse
- Ensuring availability and reliability
- Maintaining technical security
5. Infrastructure & Service Providers
The following providers are used to operate the service:
- Hetzner – hosting and infrastructure
- Cloudflare – Proxy, CDN and DDoS protection
- Umami – self-hosted, anonymized analytics
- Sentry – error monitoring and diagnostics
- GitHub – hosting of public documentation
Data is not shared with third parties beyond what is required to operate the service.
6. Data Retention
- Cloudflare logs: up to 7 days
- Local/server logs: up to 30 days
- Analytics and error data are stored only as long as necessary and, where applicable, in anonymized form
7. Data Sharing and Selling
- Personal data is not sold
- Data is not shared outside required infrastructure providers
8. User Rights
We do not maintain user accounts or persistent user profiles.
Stored data generally cannot be linked to an individual beyond an IP address.
Where applicable, you may request:
- Information about processed data
- Deletion of retained technical data
- Objection to processing
Requests can be sent to: contact@nekos.best
9. Cookies
The nekos.best website does not use tracking cookies.
Umami analytics operates without cookies.
10. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated when necessary.
Relevant changes will be announced via our Discord community.
The date at the top reflects the current version.
11. Contact
For privacy-related questions, contact:
contact@nekos.best