Privacy Policy for MatiDZ’s Forge

Effective Date: January 22, 2025
Last Modified: March 3, 2025

Important Notice:
By accessing or using any products, services, or digital assets provided by MatiDZ’s Forge (“we,” “us,” or “our”), you (“User” or “you”) agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of our services immediately. This Privacy Policy is intended to comply with relevant data protection laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), as applicable.

1. Introduction

At MatiDZ’s Forge, we are committed to safeguarding your personal information and ensuring that your privacy is respected. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, store, and secure your personal data when you access our services, websites, and digital assets. It also outlines your rights and choices regarding your personal data.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information reasonably necessary to provide and improve our services:

2.1 Account Information

Discord Login Data: If you log in or authenticate through Discord, we collect details such as your Discord user ID, username, avatar, and linked email address.

2.2 Usage Data

Website Statistics: We may collect anonymized data related to your interactions with our websites (e.g., pages visited, time spent, and user actions) to improve site functionality.
Discord Bot Logging: We log general actions related to our store or administrative tasks (e.g., purchases, updates) for security, compliance, and operational purposes.

2.3 Optional Features

Our Discord bot includes an integration feature for our official Discord server.

Disabled by Default: No automated actions will be performed without your explicit consent.
Opt-In Basis: If this feature is activated in the future, you will be able to choose whether or not to participate.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Account Access and Purchases: To create and maintain your user account, verify your identity, and allow you to access purchased assets or services.
Security and Fraud Prevention: To protect our users and our services from fraudulent or malicious activity.
Service Improvements: To analyze usage trends, enhance user experiences, and develop new features.
Communications: To contact you regarding account updates, support inquiries, or important service-related notifications.

No Data Selling: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

4. Sharing Your Information

We only share your personal data in limited scenarios:

Service Providers
- We may engage trusted third-party vendors (e.g., hosting providers, payment processors) to help us operate our website or services. These providers are contractually bound to confidentiality obligations and can only use your data in line with our instructions and applicable data protection laws.
Legal Obligations
- We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or court order, or if necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of MatiDZ’s Forge, our users, or others.

No Marketing Sales: We never share your personal information for marketing or advertising purposes unrelated to our services.

5. Data Retention

Your personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations:

Account and Purchase Data: Retained as long as your account remains active or as required by law (e.g., tax or financial reporting).
Administrative Logs: Typically retained for 12 months unless extended for security or legal reasons.

If you wish to request deletion of your data, please email [email protected].

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your user experience:

Session Cookies
- Keep you logged in and track session activity.
Analytics Cookies
- Gather anonymized data for site performance and service improvements.

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain functionalities of our website or services.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws (e.g., CCPA, GDPR), you may have the following rights:

Access Your Data
- Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Correct Your Data
- Request corrections to inaccurate or outdated information.
Delete Your Data
- Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal or operational retention requirements.
Opt-Out of Data Collection
- Choose to limit or opt out of certain data processing activities (e.g., analytics tracking).

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We may verify your identity before processing certain requests, in accordance with applicable laws.

8. Security of Your Data

We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption
- Encryption of data both in transit (SSL/TLS) and at rest, where feasible.
Access Controls
- Restriction of access to personal data to authorized personnel with a legitimate need.
Regular Audits
- Periodic reviews of our security processes to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

Although no system is 100% secure, we strive to protect your data using appropriate safeguards and best practices.

9. We Do Not Sell Your Data

MatiDZ’s Forge does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Any data collection or sharing is strictly in accordance with this Privacy Policy and is designed to improve and secure our services.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, we will promptly delete such information in compliance with applicable laws (e.g., Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, or COPPA).

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or revise this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any modifications will be posted on our official website and accompanied by an updated “Last Modified” date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of our services after these changes signifies your acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or to exercise any of your data protection rights, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: MatiDZ’s Forge

Acknowledgment

By using MatiDZ’s Forge services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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