Privacy Policy for the MATTIJN Wiki

Last updated: April 14, 2026

Welcome to the MATTIJN Wiki. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you use the MATTIJN Wiki, a MediaWiki-based platform operated by MATTIJN.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

When you create an account, edit pages, or contact us, we may collect:

Username
Email address (if provided)
Profile information you choose to share
Messages sent through contact forms or email

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the wiki, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited
Date and time of access
Cookies and session data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Operate and maintain the wiki
Manage user accounts
Prevent spam, abuse, and vandalism
Improve website performance and user experience
Communicate important updates
Comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies

The MATTIJN Wiki may use cookies to:

Keep you logged in
Remember preferences
Improve functionality and security

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.

4. Public Contributions

Please note:

Edits, uploads, comments, and other contributions may be publicly visible.
Your username may be shown in page histories, logs, and discussion pages.
Avoid sharing personal or sensitive information in public areas.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share data only when necessary:

With trusted hosting or technical service providers
To protect the wiki from abuse or attacks
To comply with legal requests or applicable law

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security.

7. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary to:

Maintain the wiki and its history
Resolve disputes
Enforce rules
Meet legal requirements

Some public edit history may be retained permanently as part of the wiki's record.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your account or personal data
Object to certain data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us.

9. Children's Privacy

The MATTIJN Wiki is not intended for children under 13 without parental permission.

10. Third-Party Services

The wiki may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.

12. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact MATTIJN through the official website or support channels.