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!style="text-align:center; background-color:#0000ff; color: #fff;"|'''Overview'''
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|This is a small overview of the Privacy Policy, for the full text [[ESU Wiki:Privacy policy#Introduction|scroll down below or click here]].

[[File:Introduction.svg|25px]] '''''Introduction'''''
* At ESU Wiki, your privacy is a priority.
* This policy explains:
** How we collect, use, and protect your information
** What data we gather and why
** Your rights regarding your personal information
* By using our site, you agree to the practices described here.
* Use the navigation above or read the bullet-point overview for a quick summary.

[[File:Data.svg|25px]] '''''Your Data'''''

Here is the data we collect:

* '''Account information:'''  
** Required: Username and password to create an account.  
** Optional: Email for recovery and updates, real name for a personalized profile.  
** Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is available for extra account security.

* '''Contributions history:'''  
** Logged-in users: Contributions display your username.  
** Logged-out users: Contributions display your IP address.  
** Contribution details are likely to be publicly visible and searchable.

* '''Metadata:'''  
** Automatically collected data includes image metadata, device type, and browser version.  
** You can adjust your device or browser settings to limit this, but it may affect site functionality.

* '''IP Addresses:'''  
** IP addresses are collected to manage the platform, ensure security, and improve user experience.  
** An IP address identifies your device's network location but doesn’t reveal personal details like name or exact location.

[[File:Usage.svg|25px]] '''''Data Usage'''''

Data we use:
* '''Usernames''':
** They are used to enhance user experience by allowing individuals to create a unique identity.
** They are displayed alongside contributions for proper credit and accountability.
* '''IP addresses''':
** They are collected to ensure accurate attribution of contributions.
** When logged out, the IP address is shown with edits to maintain transparency without revealing personal information.
* '''Email addresses''' <small>(if provided)</small>:
** They are used to facilitate:
*** support,
*** updates about site changes,
*** account recovery.
** They are protected and used solely for these purposes.
** We:
*** '''''will never send''''' unsolicited emails.
*** '''''will never share''''' your email address with third parties.
* '''Contribution history''':
** This is publicly available to showcase content evolution and foster community collaboration.
** This is used to make it easier to contribute effectively.

[[File:Important.svg|25px]] '''''Other Important Info'''''
* '''Updates to the Privacy Policy'''
** They may occur:
*** to reflect
**** changes in practices,
**** changes in legal requirements;
*** to improve clarity and effectiveness.
** Notifications about updates will be communicated through:
*** site-wide banners,
*** if applicable, via email to users who have provided their email addresses.
** Any updates will take effect two months after the announcement, allowing users time to review changes and understand their implications.
* '''Contact info'''
** For questions regarding the Privacy Policy, users can contact us through:
*** the [[User talk:ESUFranchise|administrator's page]],
*** our social media channels:
**** [[Ethereal Superheroes Universe (franchise)|ESU Franchise]] on [https://www.facebook.com/ESUFranchise/ Facebook],
**** [[Ethereal Superheroes Universe (franchise)|ESU Franchise]] on [https://www.instagram.com/ESUFranchise/ Instagram],
**** [[Ethereal Superheroes Universe (franchise)|ESU Franchise]] on [https://x.com/ESUFranchise/ X],
**** [[Ethereal Superheroes Universe (franchise)|ESU Franchise]] on [https://www.threads.net/ESUFranchise/ Threads];
*** or by email at [mailto:privacy@esufranchise.com privacy@esufranchise.com].
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