RCGate.com Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 01/11/2024

We at RCGate.com ("we", "our", "us") are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website ("Service").

If you have any questions about your personal information, please contact us.

1. Open Source and Privacy

Given the sensitive nature of the topics discussed, we encourage all users to practice good operational security (OpSec) and privacy measures:

• Use of Pseudonyms: We recommend using a unique username that does not reveal your identity.
• Avoid Sharing Personal Information: Do not post or share personal details that could identify you or others.
• Secure Connections: Consider using a VPN or other security tools to protect your connection.
• Awareness: Be cautious of phishing attempts or malicious links.

2. Information We Collect

We aim to minimize the amount of personal data we collect and process. The types of data we may collect include:

• Username: A pseudonymous identifier you choose during registration.
• Email Address: Used for account verification and communication purposes.
• IP Address: Collected for security and anti-fraud purposes.

Note: Providing additional personal information is optional and at your discretion.

3. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect your data for the following purposes:

• Account Creation: To register you as a member of our site, enabling you to participate in discussions.
• Communication: To send you important updates or notifications related to your account or activity on the site.
• Security: To protect our site and users from fraudulent or malicious activities.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal data:

• Consent: By registering and using our Service, you consent to the processing of your personal data as described in this policy.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for the purposes of our legitimate interests in maintaining and securing our website.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and ensure the proper functioning of the Service.

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of the site, such as maintaining session integrity.
• Cookie Consent: By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some site functionalities may be affected.

For detailed information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

6. Data Security

We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may request the deletion of your data at any time.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Rectification: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data.
• Restriction: You may ask us to restrict the processing of your personal data.
• Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data.
• Data Portability: You can request that we transfer your data to another organization or directly to you.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.

9. Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties.

10. International Data Transfers

As our servers may be located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18. If you believe that we have collected personal data from a minor, please contact us to request deletion.

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Acceptance of This Policy

By continuing to use our site, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the policy, please do not use our site. Upon registration, we will further request your explicit acceptance of the Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us.

Note: We take your privacy seriously and strive to collect the minimal amount of personal data necessary to operate the Service. We are committed to safeguarding your information and promoting a secure and anonymous environment for our community.

PWA application

Our PWA app had improvements made by the developers of the App for Cloudflare® (a free plugin for WordPress). Our privacy policy also applies to our progressive web application.