DBWiki:Privacy policy

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486) of Hong Kong. By using our wiki site, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

The installation of the software used to run this wiki may automatically collect and store data as part of its normal function. This includes your username (or IP address if you are editing anonymously), the content of your edits, and the time of the edit. These logs are publicly accessible as part of the wiki’s open-editing feature.

Additionally, user preferences such as language settings and page display options may be stored to enhance your user experience. The server hosting the wiki automatically collects and logs IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, and access times for security and system maintenance purposes.

Cookies may also be used to track your activity and preferences. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit the functionality of the wiki.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data to provide and maintain the wiki's services, allow you to contribute and edit content, manage your account and preferences, and improve the performance and security of the wiki.

4. Disclosure of Personal Data

Your personal data will not be shared with third parties except when required by law or when necessary to protect the security of the site, its users, or the public.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the full protection of data.

6. Cookies

Cookies are used to keep you logged in across sessions, track your preferences, and manage user sessions. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of the site.

7. Your Rights

Under Hong Kong’s Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486), you have the right to access your personal information, request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data, and request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and operational constraints. To exercise these rights, please contact us.

8. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. Contributions to the wiki (such as edits) are typically stored indefinitely and are publicly visible.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and significant changes will be notified via email or through a prominent notice on the wiki’s homepage.