Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
Privacy Policy for Vintage Saga
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Last Updated: [Insert Date]
Vintage Saga (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates this website and related services as part of a community-driven game project based on Vintage Story. We are passionate about building a safe, inclusive, and creative environment for our users. However, we are not professional developers or IT security experts. This Privacy Policy is intended to explain how we collect, use, store, and protect your information, and what limitations exist.
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1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal information:
Account Information: If you register on our site, we may collect usernames, email addresses, and Discord IDs.
Story Submissions: If you participate in community contributions such as submitting stories to our wiki, those entries may include user identifiers.
Purchase Information: For ranks or donations, payment processing is handled by third-party services (such as Stripe and PayPal). We do not store credit card or banking information directly.
Website Analytics: We may use basic analytics tools to understand site traffic. This may include anonymized IP addresses, device type, browser version, and access times.
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2. How We Use Your Information
To allow account creation and login functionality.
To link your Discord account with the site (if you choose to do so).
To display your submitted content on community pages such as the story wiki.
To manage rank purchases and access on both the website and Discord.
To improve the user experience and maintain website functionality.
We will never sell, lease, or distribute your personal information to third parties.
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3. Data Storage and Security
Our website is hosted and powered by Wix.com. While Wix provides reliable infrastructure and encryption, please be aware that:
We do not have professional-grade security tools or certifications.
There is always a risk of data loss, corruption, or unauthorized access due to technical limitations or external threats.
Backups may not be regularly maintained, and data submitted (including account details and story content) may be permanently lost in the event of a failure or attack.
We will make a reasonable effort to maintain the safety and integrity of your information, but we offer no guarantees.
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4. Third-Party Services
Our website may include integrations with the following third-party services:
Wix.com – hosting, account services, and user authentication.
Stripe / PayPal – for processing payments and donations. We do not store or manage your financial information.
Discord – for account linking and automated role assignment. Information shared with Discord follows their terms of use.
Each third-party provider operates under its own privacy policies and terms of service. We strongly encourage users to review them directly.
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5. User Responsibility
By using this site, you agree to:
Provide accurate information when registering or submitting content.
Use the site in a lawful, respectful manner aligned with community values.
Accept that we are not responsible for accidental data loss, service interruptions, or security breaches.
If you are concerned about data security or prefer to remain anonymous, you are welcome to participate without registering.
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6. Children's Privacy
This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information, please contact us immediately and we will take appropriate action.
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7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. When changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date and may announce updates through Discord or the website. Continued use of the site constitutes your acceptance of any changes.
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8. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding this policy, you can reach us at:
Email: [Insert Contact Email]
Discord: [Insert Discord Tag or Server Link]
Mailing Address (optional): [If applicable]
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By using the Vintage Saga website, you acknowledge and agree to this Privacy Policy in full. Thank you for being part of our community!
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