This Privacy Policy outlines how www.project-epoch.net ("Project Epoch", "we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects user data in connection with our website and services (the "Services"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

When you interact with the Site or Services, we may collect the following types of information:

Account Information: Username, email address, and password (stored in hashed form).
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, access times, pages visited, and actions taken.
Interaction Logs: Login timestamps, account changes, in-game activity, and moderation actions.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

To operate and maintain the Services.
To ensure account integrity and detect unauthorized access.
To enforce community standards and investigate violations.
To improve Site performance and user experience.
To comply with applicable laws and protect the project and its users.

Donations and Payment Data

We do not store or process credit card or payment information. All donation transactions are handled by trusted third-party processors, and are subject to their respective privacy policies.

Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share limited information (e.g., IP addresses, logs) with third-party partners or platforms to:

Assist in fraud prevention or abuse mitigation.
Comply with legal obligations or respond to law enforcement requests.
Support collaborative moderation or infrastructure services.

Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to maintain sessions, remember preferences, and collect aggregate usage statistics. You can configure your browser settings to block or delete cookies at any time.

Data Retention

We retain data as long as it is necessary to operate the Services, resolve disputes, or comply with legal obligations. Inactive or deleted accounts may have associated data removed or anonymized on a periodic basis.

Your Rights

If you reside in a jurisdiction with data protection laws (e.g. GDPR), you may have the right to:

Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction or deletion of your data.
Withdraw consent or object to certain processing activities.

To exercise these rights, contact us via our official support channel.

Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect user data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.