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Latest revision as of 09:29, 18 September 2025

Privacy Policy for the Sahana Eden Wiki

Effective Date: 2025-09-18

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Sahana Eden Wiki, a community-driven knowledge-sharing platform. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and contribute to our wiki. By using this site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: When you create an account or contribute content to the wiki, we may collect personal information such as your username, email address (if you choose to provide it), and any other data you voluntarily share.

Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with the wiki, including your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the time spent on each page. This helps us improve the user experience and troubleshoot technical issues.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance the user experience. These technologies help us remember your preferences, track user trends, and ensure the website functions correctly.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

Account Management: To create and manage your account, if applicable.

Content Contributions: If you contribute content (such as articles, comments, or edits), this may be publicly visible to other users.

Improvement of Services: To analyze usage patterns, improve the functionality, and personalize the experience on the wiki.

Communication: If you choose to provide contact information, we may use it to send you notifications about important updates related to the wiki or your account. You may opt out of these communications at any time.

4. Public Contributions

Content you contribute to the wiki, including text, images, and any other data, will be publicly available and accessible to all users. This includes any information shared in discussions, comments, and edits. Please be mindful that any personal information you share in public areas may be seen and used by others.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you request to delete your account, we will remove your personal data from our system as soon as possible, but some information (such as contributions to articles) may remain publicly accessible.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (e.g., analytics tools, advertising networks) to help operate the wiki. These third-party services may collect information about your interactions with the wiki and may use cookies or other tracking technologies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.

7. Data Security

We strive to protect your information through technical and organizational measures. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we aim to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include:

Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
Opt-out: You can opt-out of receiving communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in emails.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at eden-asp@googlegroups.com.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of the European Union (EU), please be aware that your personal information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the EU. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your data to the EU or other locations where we operate.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Sahana Eden Wiki Support

Email: eden-asp@googlegroups.com

Website: eden.sahanafoundation.org

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-**Privacy Policy for the Sahana Eden Wiki**
+== Privacy Policy for the Sahana Eden Wiki ==
 Effective Date: 2025-09-18
-**1. Introduction**
+=== 1. Introduction ===
 Welcome to the Sahana Eden Wiki, a community-driven knowledge-sharing platform. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and contribute to our wiki. By using this site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
-**2. Information We Collect**
+=== 2. Information We Collect ===
 We may collect the following types of information:
-* **Personal Information**: When you create an account or contribute content to the wiki, we may collect personal information such as your username, email address (if you choose to provide it), and any other data you voluntarily share.
+* '''Personal Information''': When you create an account or contribute content to the wiki, we may collect personal information such as your username, email address (if you choose to provide it), and any other data you voluntarily share.
-* **Usage Data**: We automatically collect information about how you interact with the wiki, including your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the time spent on each page. This helps us improve the user experience and troubleshoot technical issues.
+* '''Usage Data''': We automatically collect information about how you interact with the wiki, including your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the time spent on each page. This helps us improve the user experience and troubleshoot technical issues.
-* **Cookies and Tracking Technologies**: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance the user experience. These technologies help us remember your preferences, track user trends, and ensure the website functions correctly.
+* '''Cookies and Tracking Technologies''': We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance the user experience. These technologies help us remember your preferences, track user trends, and ensure the website functions correctly.
-**3. How We Use Your Information**
+=== 3. How We Use Your Information ===
 We use your information for the following purposes:
-* **Account Management**: To create and manage your account, if applicable.
+* '''Account Management''': To create and manage your account, if applicable.
-* **Content Contributions**: If you contribute content (such as articles, comments, or edits), this may be publicly visible to other users.
+* '''Content Contributions''': If you contribute content (such as articles, comments, or edits), this may be publicly visible to other users.
-* **Improvement of Services**: To analyze usage patterns, improve the functionality, and personalize the experience on the wiki.
+* '''Improvement of Services''': To analyze usage patterns, improve the functionality, and personalize the experience on the wiki.
-* **Communication**: If you choose to provide contact information, we may use it to send you notifications about important updates related to the wiki or your account. You may opt out of these communications at any time.
+* '''Communication''': If you choose to provide contact information, we may use it to send you notifications about important updates related to the wiki or your account. You may opt out of these communications at any time.
-**4. Public Contributions**
+=== 4. Public Contributions ===
 Content you contribute to the wiki, including text, images, and any other data, will be publicly available and accessible to all users. This includes any information shared in discussions, comments, and edits. Please be mindful that any personal information you share in public areas may be seen and used by others.
-**5. Data Retention**
+=== 5. Data Retention ===
 We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you request to delete your account, we will remove your personal data from our system as soon as possible, but some information (such as contributions to articles) may remain publicly accessible.
-**6. Third-Party Services**
+=== 6. Third-Party Services ===
 We may use third-party services (e.g., analytics tools, advertising networks) to help operate the wiki. These third-party services may collect information about your interactions with the wiki and may use cookies or other tracking technologies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.
-**7. Data Security**
+=== 7. Data Security ===
 We strive to protect your information through technical and organizational measures. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we aim to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
-**8. Your Rights and Choices**
+=== 8. Your Rights and Choices ===
 Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include:
-* **Access**: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
+* '''Access''': You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
-* **Correction**: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
+* '''Correction''': You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
-* **Deletion**: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
+* '''Deletion''': You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
-* **Opt-out**: You can opt-out of receiving communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in emails.
+* '''Opt-out''': You can opt-out of receiving communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in emails.
-To exercise these rights, please contact us at \[email address].
+To exercise these rights, please contact us at [mailto:eden-asp@googlegroups.com eden-asp@googlegroups.com].
-**9. International Data Transfers**
+=== 9. International Data Transfers ===
 If you are located outside of the European Union (EU), please be aware that your personal information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the EU. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your data to the EU or other locations where we operate.
-**10. Updates to This Privacy Policy**
+=== 10. Updates to This Privacy Policy ===
 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
-**11. Contact Us**
+=== 11. Contact Us ===
 If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
 Sahana Eden Wiki Support
-Email: [http://mailto:eden-asp@googlegroups.com eden-asp@googlegroups.com]
+Email: [mailto:eden-asp@googlegroups.com eden-asp@googlegroups.com]
 Website: [https://eden.sahanafoundation.org eden.sahanafoundation.org]