Privacy Policy

Last modified on November 5, 2024

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This page is an official resource page for the ESU Wiki. All content contained herein has been fully approved by the owners of the wiki. We encourage all users to refer to this page for accurate and reliable information related to the guidelines and practices of our community.

Overview

This is a small overview of the Privacy Policy, for the full text scroll down below or click here.

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.

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.

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 (if provided):
- 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.

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 administrator's page,
  - our social media channels:
    - ESU Franchise on Facebook,
    - ESU Franchise on Instagram,
    - ESU Franchise on X,
    - ESU Franchise on Threads;
  - or by email at [email protected].