Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026 • Effective Date: March 2026
1. Introduction
Backbencher.codes ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website https://backbencher.codes. We respect the privacy of our users and are committed to protecting personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines what information is processed, how it is handled, and your rights when using our online compilers, IDE workspaces, and educational articles.
2. No Account Registration Required
Backbencher.codes does not mandate user accounts, credit cards, or profile creation to use our compilers, code editors, or read our blog guides. You can explore, write, and execute code instantly without providing personal identifying information.
3. Code Storage and Local Drafts
When you write or test source code in our browser-based compiler, drafts are saved locally inside your device's browser storage (localStorage). Your code snippets remain on your local machine and are not saved to our persistent user databases.
4. Code Execution and Sandboxing
When you click "Run" for compiled or backend languages (such as C++, Java, Rust, or Python), your code and optional stdin are transmitted over encrypted HTTPS to isolated, warm-pool execution sandbox containers strictly to compile and execute your program. Execution outputs (stdout, stderr, exit status) are returned to your browser and immediately discarded. We do not inspect, sell, or retain private intellectual property.
5. Cookies and Google AdSense
We may utilize third-party advertising partners, including Google AdSense, to display non-intrusive advertisements across our platform. Google uses cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site or other websites on the internet. You can review or opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting Google's Ads Settings (www.aboutads.info).
6. Server Diagnostics and Security
Like most online developer platforms, our servers automatically record basic request metadata (such as IP addresses, browser user-agents, and timestamps) solely for rate limiting, DDoS mitigation, and system diagnostics.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions, feedback, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out to our team at privacy@backbencher.codes.