Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

calendar_today Last updated: September 18, 2025

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ECILA Network ("we," "our," or "us") operates the ecila.ro website and gaming community services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our forums, connect to our game servers, or use our services.

By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not access or use our services.

storage Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account or use our services, we may collect:

  • circle Email address (required for account creation and communication)
  • circle Username/display name (chosen by you for community identification)
  • circle Profile information (optional: avatar, bio, preferences)
  • circle Contact information (if you reach out to support)

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our services:

  • circle IP address and location data (for security and server connectivity)
  • circle Browser type, operating system, and device information
  • circle Pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
  • circle Game server connection logs and activity

Content and Communications

  • circle Forum posts, topics, and comments you create
  • circle Private messages sent through our platform
  • circle Support tickets and correspondence
  • circle In-game chat logs (for moderation purposes)

settings How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

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Service Provision

Creating accounts, enabling forum participation, and game server access

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Communication

Sending important updates, responding to support requests

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Community Management

Moderating content, enforcing rules, preventing abuse

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Security

Protecting against fraud, unauthorized access, and security threats

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Improvement

Analyzing usage patterns to enhance our services

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Legal Compliance

Meeting legal obligations and protecting our rights

share Information Sharing and Disclosure

warning We Do Not Sell Your Data

ECILA Network does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

When We May Share Information

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our services (hosting, analytics, support tools). These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.

Public Content

Content you post in forums is publicly visible. Your username and profile information may be visible to other community members.

lock Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

shield SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
database Secure database storage with access controls
key Password hashing and secure authentication
visibility Regular security monitoring and updates
manage_accounts Limited access to personal data by staff
backup Regular backups and disaster recovery

info While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

admin_panel_settings Your Rights and Choices

Account Management

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    Update Information: You can update your profile information through your account settings
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    Data Export: Request a copy of your personal data by contacting support
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    Account Deletion: You can delete your account, which will remove your personal information

Communication Preferences

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    You can opt out of promotional emails (account-related emails may still be sent)
  • notifications
    Manage notification preferences in your account settings

Content Control

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    Edit or delete your forum posts and topics (subject to community guidelines)
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    Control privacy settings for your profile information

schedule Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

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    Account Data: Retained while your account is active, plus a reasonable period after deletion for legal/security purposes
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    Public Content: Forum posts may be retained for community continuity, but can be anonymized upon request
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    Usage Logs: Typically retained for 12-24 months for security and analytical purposes
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    Legal Compliance: Some data may be retained longer if required by law or for legal proceedings

child_care Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

For users between 13 and 18, we recommend parental guidance when using our gaming and community services.

edit Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:

  • circle We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • circle For material changes, we will provide notice through our website or email
  • circle Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance

mail Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us:

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Email

contact@ecila.ro

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Website

ecila.ro

send Contact Support

We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.