This Privacy Policy outlines how The Sonic the Hedgehog Wiki ("the Wiki") collects, uses, and safeguards information from its users. By using the Wiki, you agree to the terms described in this policy.
1. Information Collection[edit source]
We collect the following types of information:
a. User-Provided Information[edit source]
When you create an account or make edits to the Wiki, you may provide personal information, such as your username and email address.
b. Automatically Collected Information[edit source]
We collect certain data automatically, including IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, and access times. This information is logged for security, analytics, and site maintenance purposes.
c. Cookies[edit source]
The Wiki may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These small files are stored on your device to help remember your preferences and login sessions.
2. Use of Information[edit source]
The information collected is used for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve the Wiki’s functionality.
- To monitor and secure the platform from unauthorized access or abuse.
- To communicate with users when necessary, such as for password recovery or administrative announcements.
- To analyze traffic and usage patterns to improve user experience.
3. Information Sharing[edit source]
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:
- Compliance with Law: If required by law, we may disclose user information to comply with legal obligations.
- Protection of the Wiki: We may share data to prevent malicious activities or enforce our terms of use.
- Third-Party Services: Trusted service providers may access user information to help operate the Wiki (e.g., hosting services), subject to strict confidentiality agreements.
4. Data Retention[edit source]
We retain user-provided and automatically collected information for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. User contributions to the Wiki, such as edits and articles, are publicly available and retained indefinitely as part of the Wiki’s collaborative knowledge base.
5. Your Rights[edit source]
As a user of the Wiki, you have the following rights:
- Access and Rectification: You can view and update your account information at any time.
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your account by contacting the administrators. Note that edits and contributions may remain publicly visible, as they form part of the Wiki’s content.
- Opt-Out: You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may impact your experience on the Wiki.
6. Security[edit source]
We implement reasonable measures to protect user data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.
7. Third-Party Links[edit source]
The Wiki may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and recommend reviewing their policies.
8. Changes to this Privacy Policy[edit source]
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Wiki, with the "Last Updated" date reflecting the most recent revision. Continued use of the Wiki constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us[edit source]
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact the administrators through the Wiki’s contact page or at [email protected].
Last Updated: January 24, 2025