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Effective Date: 22/06/2025

Welcome to the official wiki of CrabCraft, a community-run Minecraft server. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

=== '''1. Who We Are''' ===  

This wiki is operated by members of the CrabCraft server team. For any questions related to data protection, you can contact us via ''d.porter'' on Discord.

=== '''2. What Personal Data We Collect'''  ===

We may collect the following types of data:

* Automatically collected (when you visit the site):  
** IP address  
** Browser type & version  
** Device type  
** Pages visited & access times  
** Cookies (see Section 5)

* Voluntarily submitted (if you interact with the site):  
** Username (e.g., for editing pages)
** Email address (if supplied)    
** User-generated content (e.g., wiki edits or messages)

==='''3. Lawful Basis for Processing'''===  

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases to process personal data:

* Legitimate interests – to operate and secure the website, prevent abuse, and improve functionality.  
* Consent – for optional cookies or any form submissions. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

==='''4. How We Use Your Data'''===  

We may use your data to:

* Operate, manage, and improve the wiki  
* Moderate content and detect misuse  
* Monitor traffic and page performance  
* Respond to queries or user actions  

We do not sell or share your data with advertisers.

==='''5. Cookies'''===  

Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. We may use:

* Essential cookies – for site functionality (e.g., login persistence)  
* Optional cookies – for anonymous analytics (with your consent)

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

==='''6. Data Retention'''===  

* Server logs may be stored briefly for security and diagnostics.  
* User contributions (e.g., edits) may be kept indefinitely unless you request removal.  
* Contact or query data is kept only as long as needed to resolve the issue.

==='''7. Your Rights'''===  

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

* Access any personal data we hold about you  
* Request correction or deletion of your data  
* Object to or restrict processing  
* Withdraw consent, where applicable  
* File a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at https://www.ico.org.uk

To exercise any of these rights, contact us via ''d.porter'' on Discord.

==='''8. Children’s Privacy'''===  

This site is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

==='''9. Policy Updates'''===  

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated Effective Date.

==='''10. Contact'''===  

If you have any questions about this policy, reach out to us via Discord: ''d.porter''.