Legal Information

1. Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how **Star Citizen Killboard** ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects the personal data of users ("you") who access and use our website. We are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including **GDPR (EU/UK)** and relevant **U.S. state laws**.

1.1. Data Controller

The entity responsible for the processing of your personal data is:

• **Name/Company:** Star Citizen Killboard
• **Contact Email for Privacy:** zaedra.eve [at] gmail.com

1.2. Data Collected and Purpose

We collect a minimal amount of data strictly for authentication and account management via **Discord OAuth2 Login**.

**We do not collect sensitive personal data. We do not sell your personal data.**

1.3. Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal data only for as long as your account remains active. If you request to delete your account, your data will be permanently deleted from our primary servers **within 30 days**. We use standard technical and organizational measures to secure your data.

1.4. Your Data Rights

You have rights under GDPR, UK GDPR, and U.S. State Laws (including access, correction, erasure, restriction of processing, and objection). To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at **zaedra.eve [at] gmail.com**.

2. Cookie Policy

This website uses small files called **cookies** to function effectively. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described below.

2.1. What are Cookies?

A cookie is a small text file placed on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit a website. It helps the site remember information about your visit, which can make the site easier to use and more useful to you.

2.2. Cookies We Use

We primarily use **Strictly Necessary Cookies** related to your Discord login and general site functionality:

• **Session Cookies:** Essential for maintaining your logged-in session after you authenticate via Discord. These are temporary and expire when you close your browser.
• **Preference Cookies:** May remember minor display choices (e.g., dark mode preference, if applicable).
• **Security Cookies:** Used to ensure the security of the website and prevent fraudulent login attempts.

2.3. Compliance Note (EU/UK Users)

Under GDPR and UK GDPR, the cookies described above are generally classified as **"Strictly Necessary"** for the provision of the service explicitly requested by the user (i.e., logging in and using the website). Therefore, we do not require explicit consent via a banner to use them.

**Important:** If we introduce any other types of cookies (e.g., third-party analytics, advertising, or marketing cookies), we will deploy a compliant **Cookie Consent Management Platform (CMP)** to obtain explicit, informed consent from EU/UK users before those cookies are loaded.

2.4. Managing Cookies

You can usually manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. You may block or delete cookies, but this may negatively impact your ability to log in and use the website's features.

3. Legal Disclaimer (Star Citizen Fansite)