Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 13, 2026

1. Introduction

OpenCores (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the OpenCores platform at opencores.ai (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, name, and authentication credentials. If you sign in via Google OAuth, we receive your public profile information.

Usage Data: We collect information about how you use the Service, including designs created, synthesis requests, and interaction patterns. This helps us improve the platform and monitor system health.

Design Data: HDL code, testbenches, and synthesis outputs you generate through the platform are stored to provide the Service. We do not use your proprietary designs to train our AI models without your explicit consent.

Technical Data: Browser type, IP address, device information, and cookies necessary for authentication and analytics.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • Process your designs and synthesis requests
  • Manage your account and subscription
  • Send transactional communications (account verification, billing)
  • Monitor usage to prevent abuse and ensure fair resource allocation
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. Design data is retained for 90 days after account deletion. You may request earlier deletion by contacting us.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

  • Service providers who assist in operating the platform (hosting, analytics)
  • Law enforcement when required by law
  • In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

6. Intellectual Property

You retain all intellectual property rights to designs you create using the Service. We claim no ownership over your generated HDL code, testbenches, or GDSII outputs. Our AI models and platform technology remain our proprietary property.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS), secure authentication, and access controls. However, no method of electronic transmission is 100% secure.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You may also request data portability or restrict processing. Contact us at privacy@opencores.ai.

9. Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at privacy@opencores.ai.