1. Introduction
The Forgotten Civilizations Archive ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us via forms or email
- Subscribe to newsletters or updates
- Request research materials or permissions
- Create an account for our digital archive
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our site, we automatically collect:
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website addresses
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Improve our website and services
- Send newsletters and updates (with consent)
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
6. Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
7. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to data processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
9. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this policy.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via our website. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
For questions about this privacy policy or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: privacy@weldsteelstrong.com
Address: Forgotten Civilizations Archive, Privacy Department
This privacy policy is effective as of January 1, 2026.