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This '''Privacy Policy''' describes how CEO.wiki collects, uses, and protects information about users and contributors.

'''Effective Date:''' October 2025

'''Last Updated:''' October 2025

== Overview ==

CEO.wiki is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains:
* What information we collect
* How we use that information
* How we protect your data
* Your rights and choices

By using CEO.wiki, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

== Information we collect ==

=== Account information ===

When you create an account, we collect:
* Username (chosen by you)
* Email address
* Password (stored encrypted)
* Account creation date

=== Contribution information ===

When you edit or contribute, we record:
* Edit history and content changes
* Edit timestamps
* Edit summaries
* Pages you've created or modified

This information is '''publicly visible''' and forms the permanent record of contributions.

=== Automatically collected information ===

When you visit CEO.wiki, we automatically collect:
* IP address
* Browser type and version
* Operating system
* Pages visited
* Timestamps of visits
* Referring website

This information is collected through server logs and is used for:
* Security and abuse prevention
* Site performance monitoring
* Understanding usage patterns
* Technical troubleshooting

=== Cookies ===

CEO.wiki uses cookies for:
* Maintaining login sessions
* Remembering preferences
* Security purposes

You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may affect site functionality.

== How we use information ==

=== To operate CEO.wiki ===

We use your information to:
* Provide access to editing and collaboration features
* Maintain your account and preferences
* Display your contributions and edit history
* Enable communication with other users

=== To improve our services ===

We use aggregate data to:
* Understand how CEO.wiki is used
* Identify technical issues
* Improve site performance
* Develop new features

=== To ensure security ===

We use information to:
* Prevent vandalism and abuse
* Detect suspicious activity
* Enforce our policies
* Respond to legal requirements

=== To communicate with you ===

We may use your email address to:
* Send account-related notifications
* Reset passwords
* Respond to inquiries
* Notify you of policy changes (if you opt in)

We will not use your email for marketing or promotional purposes.

== Public information ==

The following information is '''publicly visible''' to all visitors:

* Your username
* Your contributions (edits, new pages, uploads)
* Edit timestamps
* Edit summaries
* User page content (if you create one)
* Talk page discussions

This information is '''permanent and cannot be deleted''' as it forms the historical record of CEO.wiki's development.

== Private information ==

The following information is '''not publicly visible''':

* Email address
* Password
* IP address (visible only to administrators for abuse prevention)

== Information sharing ==

=== We do not sell your information ===

CEO.wiki will never sell your personal information to third parties.

=== Public disclosure ===

As noted above, your contributions and username are publicly visible by design. This is essential for:
* Transparency and accountability
* Collaborative editing
* Attribution of contributions
* Community trust

=== Third-party services ===

CEO.wiki may use third-party services for:
* Hosting and infrastructure
* Security and abuse prevention
* Analytics (aggregate data only)

These services are bound by their own privacy policies and our data processing agreements.

=== Legal requirements ===

We may disclose information when required by law:
* In response to valid legal process (subpoenas, court orders)
* To protect our rights or property
* To investigate fraud or abuse
* To comply with legal obligations

We will notify affected users when possible and legally permitted.

== Data retention ==

=== Account information ===

Account information is retained:
* While your account is active
* For a reasonable period after account closure for security purposes

=== Contribution history ===

Contribution history is retained '''indefinitely''' as it forms the permanent historical record of CEO.wiki.

=== Server logs ===

Server logs containing IP addresses and access information are typically retained for 90 days for security purposes.

== Your rights and choices ==

=== Access and correction ===

You have the right to:
* Access your account information
* Correct inaccurate information
* Update your email address
* Change your password

=== Account deletion ===

You may request account deletion by contacting administrators. Note:
* Your contributions will remain publicly visible (required for historical record)
* Your username will remain associated with your edits
* Account information will be deleted after a security retention period

=== Opt-out of email ===

You can opt out of non-essential emails through your account preferences. Note that essential account security emails cannot be disabled.

=== Cookie management ===

You can control cookies through your browser settings. See your browser's help documentation for instructions.

== Children's privacy ==

CEO.wiki is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

Users aged 13-17 should have parental permission to use CEO.wiki.

== Security ==

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:
* Encrypted password storage
* Secure HTTPS connections
* Access controls for sensitive data
* Regular security audits
* Abuse detection systems

However, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

== Data protection rights ==

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights:

=== European Union (GDPR) ===

EU users have rights to:
* Access personal data
* Correct inaccurate data
* Request data deletion (subject to our retention requirements)
* Object to processing
* Data portability
* Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities

=== California (CCPA) ===

California residents have rights to:
* Know what personal information is collected
* Request deletion of personal information
* Opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
* Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

=== Other jurisdictions ===

We respect privacy rights under applicable local laws. Contact us to exercise your rights.

== International data transfers ==

CEO.wiki's servers may be located in various jurisdictions. By using CEO.wiki, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers as required by law.

== Changes to this policy ==

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be:
* Posted on this page
* Noted with a new "Last Updated" date
* Communicated to users for material changes

Continued use of CEO.wiki after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

== Third-party links ==

CEO.wiki may contain links to external websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

== Contact information ==

For privacy-related questions or concerns:

* Email: [Privacy contact to be added]
* Community portal: [[CEO.wiki:Community portal|Community portal]]

For data access, correction, or deletion requests, contact us using the above information.

== Transparency ==

CEO.wiki is committed to transparency. We will:
* Clearly communicate privacy practices
* Notify users of significant policy changes
* Respond to privacy inquiries promptly
* Comply with applicable privacy laws

== Special notes for contributors ==

=== Public nature of contributions ===

Understand that:
* All edits are public and permanent
* Edit history cannot be deleted
* Your username will be associated with your contributions
* Other users may analyze contribution patterns

=== Pseudonymity ===

You may use a pseudonymous username. However:
* Don't impersonate real people
* Your contributions are still public
* Administrators can see your IP address
* Your identity may be discoverable through contribution patterns

=== Protecting your privacy ===

To protect your privacy:
* Don't include personal information in contributions
* Use a pseudonymous username
* Don't share sensitive information on talk pages
* Be aware that deleted content may remain in page history

== Administrators and privileged users ==

Administrators and users with advanced permissions have access to:
* IP addresses of editors
* Deleted page content
* Suppressed edits (in extreme cases)

These users are expected to:
* Use these tools responsibly
* Maintain confidentiality of private information
* Follow privacy best practices
* Not disclose information without proper cause

== Compliance and accountability ==

CEO.wiki complies with:
* Applicable data protection laws
* Industry best practices
* Security standards
* Transparency requirements

We are committed to accountability in our privacy practices.

== Questions and concerns ==

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us using the information provided above.

If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you may:
* Contact us directly to resolve the issue
* Lodge a complaint with relevant supervisory authorities
* Seek legal remedies as available under applicable law

== Effective date ==

This Privacy Policy is effective as of October 2025.

== Related policies ==

* [[CEO.wiki:Code of Conduct|Code of Conduct]]
* [[CEO.wiki:Disclaimers|Disclaimers]]
* [[CEO.wiki:About|About CEO.wiki]]

Thank you for trusting CEO.wiki with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy while maintaining the transparency essential to a collaborative knowledge platform.

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