Handhelds Wiki:Privacy policy

🔐 Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use this website. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR / DSGVO).

By accessing and using this site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

This website is operated using the open-source MediaWiki platform.

Controller (as defined under Article 4(7) GDPR):

Handhelds Wiki

Email: contact@handhelds.wiki

2. What Data We Collect

We aim to minimize data collection. The following data may be collected automatically when you use our site:

a) Usage Data (via Google Analytics)

When you visit our website, we collect anonymized data about your interactions. This includes:

• IP address (anonymized before storage)
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Operating system
• Referrer URL
• Pages visited
• Time and date of visit

This data is collected via Google Analytics for statistical purposes and site improvement only.

b) Server Logs

Our server may log certain metadata for technical and security purposes, such as:

• Date and time of access
• IP address (in server logs)
• Requested URL
• HTTP status code
• User agent string

This data is stored securely and automatically deleted or anonymized after a limited retention period.

c) User Accounts (only if registration is enabled)

If user registration is enabled, and you choose to create an account:

• Your username, email address, and edits are stored.
• Passwords are hashed and never stored in plaintext.
• Your IP address and actions may be logged to prevent abuse.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases (as per Article 6 of the GDPR):

• Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) – For the use of analytics cookies.
• Legitimate Interest (Article 6(1)(f)) – For ensuring the security, functionality, and performance of the website.
• Contractual necessity (Article 6(1)(b)) – For user accounts and support, where applicable.

4. Use of Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Improve user experience
• Maintain session state (for logged-in users)
• Collect anonymous analytics data

For detailed information, refer to our Cookie Policy.

5. Use of Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze how users interact with our site.

Privacy Safeguards:

• IP addresses are anonymized (`anonymize_ip`)
• No advertising or demographic tracking is enabled
• Data sharing with Google is disabled
• Data is retained for 14 months

You can opt out via: Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on

6. Data Retention

• Server logs are retained for a maximum of 30 days unless required for security investigations.
• Analytics data is retained for 14 months.
• User account data (if applicable) is retained as long as the account remains active.

7. Who Has Access to Your Data

Access to data is restricted to:

• The site administrator(s)
• Hosting provider (for server infrastructure)
• Google LLC (only anonymized data via Analytics)

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

8. Data Transfers Outside the EU

Google LLC is located in the United States and is subject to the EU–U.S. Data Privacy Framework. We have configured Analytics to minimize data exposure and ensure compliance.

9. Your Rights Under the GDPR

As a user within the EU, you have the following rights:

• Right of access – You may request access to personal data we hold about you.
• Right to rectification – You may request corrections to inaccurate data.
• Right to erasure – You may request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
• Right to restrict processing – You may limit how your data is processed.
• Right to object – You may object to certain processing activities.
• Right to data portability – You may request your data in a machine-readable format.
• Right to withdraw consent – You may withdraw your consent at any time, with future effect.

To exercise your rights, contact us via the contact information provided above.

10. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. These include:

• Secure HTTPS connection
• Server-side access control
• Regular software updates and monitoring

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Please check this page periodically for updates.

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Last updated: 14 February 2026