RetroWikipedia:Privacy policy

RetroWikipedia Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 17, 2025Last Updated: July 17, 2025

RetroWikipedia ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and respecting your rights under global data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit https://retrowikipedia.com.

1. What Information We Collect

1.1. Information You Provide Voluntarily

Username and password (when creating an account)

Email address (for confirmation, communication, and account recovery)

Content you contribute (edits, uploads, comments)

Messages sent via on-site features

1.2. Information Collected Automatically

IP address and device information

Browser type and operating system

Access times and referring URLs

Page interactions (e.g., edits, searches, errors)

1.3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

Maintain sessions

Remember preferences

Analyze traffic (e.g., via server logs)

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and maintain the RetroWikipedia website and services

Enable user participation and contribution

Communicate with users (e.g., notifications, support)

Ensure website security and prevent abuse

Improve website performance and features

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on:

Your consent (e.g., when creating an account)

Legitimate interests (e.g., for site functionality and analytics)

Legal obligations (e.g., to prevent illegal activities)

Performance of a contract (e.g., if you request specific services)

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share data with:

Hosting providers and technical service partners

Law enforcement when required by law

Other users (in the form of public contributions and usernames)

All partners must comply with strict data protection obligations.

5. Data Retention

Account and edit history are retained indefinitely, consistent with public archival principles.

Non-public personal data is retained only as long as necessary for its purpose.

Users can request deletion of their accounts (see Section 8).

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own, including the United States. We implement appropriate safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses where required.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access your data

Correct inaccurate information

Delete your account or data

Withdraw consent

Object to or restrict processing

Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact: admin@retrowikipedia.com

8. Account Deletion and Data Requests

To request deletion of your account or data:

Log in and contact an administrator via your user talk page

Or email us at: admin@retrowikipedia.com

We will verify your identity before processing requests.

9. Children's Privacy

RetroWikipedia is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental consent.

10. Third-Party Links

We may link to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your data, including HTTPS encryption, limited access controls, and regular software updates.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact

For privacy questions or concerns, contact:

Site AdministratorEmail: admin@retrowikipedia.comWebsite: https://retrowikipedia.com