Privacy Policy for mcbehub.de

At mcbehub.de ("we", "us", or "our"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you use our website ("mcbehub.de" or "the platform"). By accessing or using our website, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information when you use mcbehub.de:

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect a username, password (hashed and securely stored), and optionally, your email address for account recovery.
• Profile Information: You may choose to add optional profile information, including social media links and profile images.
• Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with the platform, such as server listing creation, votes, comments, and other activities on the website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To create and manage your account and provide you with personalized services and features.
• Interaction with Content: To enable you to create, modify, and interact with server listings, vote, comment, and perform other actions on the platform.
• Communication: To send you account-related notifications, updates, and other communications related to your use of the website.
• Improvement of Services: To analyze website usage and improve the functionality, performance, and user experience of mcbehub.de.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. These include encryption for sensitive data (such as passwords), secure data storage, and regular security audits. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not share your personal information with third parties, except in the following situations:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., payment processors, email services). These service providers are required to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of others.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience on mcbehub.de. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and remember certain information. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

These tracking technologies help us analyze website usage and improve functionality, but they do not collect personally identifiable information unless you provide it voluntarily.

6. Your Rights

As a user, you have the following rights concerning your personal information:

• Access and Correction: You have the right to access and update the information associated with your account.
• Deletion: You can request the deletion of your account and associated data. Please note that some data may be retained for legal or operational purposes.
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a machine-readable format.
• Opt-Out of Communications: You can opt-out of receiving promotional or marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails or by adjusting your account preferences.

7. International Data Transfers

mcbehub.de is based in Germany, and your data may be transferred to, and stored on, servers located outside your country of residence. By using the platform, you consent to the transfer of your data to these locations, which may have different data protection laws than your country.

8. Retention of Your Information

We will retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data from our active systems, but some information may remain in backup or archived copies for a limited period of time.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we update the policy, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of the document. You are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights regarding your personal data, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]