Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

FireFlag-SMP ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Minecraft Data: Your Minecraft username and UUID when you join the server
• Discord Data: Your Discord user ID and username when you interact with our bot or link your account
• Forum Data: Your username, email address, and posts when you register on our forum
• Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited when using our website (for security and analytics)
• Game Data: Play statistics, activity logs, and in-game purchases where applicable

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Operate and improve our Minecraft server, website, and Discord bot
• Enforce our Terms of Service and server rules
• Display player statistics and leaderboards
• Send important notifications about the server or your account
• Investigate and prevent fraud, abuse, or security threats

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share data in the following limited circumstances:

• Staff members: Our admin team may access account data to enforce rules and manage the server
• Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our community
• Public profiles: Your Minecraft username and in-game statistics may be publicly visible on our website and leaderboards

5. Cookies

Our website uses session cookies to keep you logged in to the forum. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Moderation records (bans, warnings) may be retained for longer periods to protect the community.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
• Correction: Request that inaccurate data be corrected
• Deletion: Request that your personal data be deleted (subject to moderation record retention)
• Objection: Object to certain uses of your data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via Discord or the forum.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services require users to be at least 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with their data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

9. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, including encrypted password storage and secure HTTPS connections. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes via our Discord server. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.