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Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 27, 2022

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                                                                   ## 1. Introduction
Welcome to welcome-home.org (the "Archive"). We are committed to protecting the privacy of our visitors and community members. This Privacy Policy explains what limited information we collect, how it is used, and how we keep your interactions secure.

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## 2. Information We Collect
Because we run a non-commercial historical archive, we do not require registration to browse the site, and we do not sell your data. We only collect information when you actively interact with the site:

  • Account and Forum Information: If you register an account or post on the Welcome Home forums or chat boards, we collect the username, password hash, and email address you provide.

  • User-Generated Content: Any public forum posts, comments, or shared files you submit are stored on our servers.

  • Log Data: Like most websites, our server automatically logs basic technical data (such as anonymized IP addresses, browser types, and timestamp data) to help maintain site security and stability.

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## 3. How We Use Information
We use the collected data strictly to maintain and improve the website. This includes:

  • Operating and maintaining the site infrastructure and user forums.

  • Allowing you to securely log in and post community updates.

  • Monitoring server performance and preventing malicious hacking attempts or spam.

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## 4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Archive uses basic cookies to keep you logged into your forum account and remember your site preferences. We do not use intrusive commercial tracking pixels, and we do not run third-party advertising tracking networks.

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## 5. Third-Party Links & External Chats
Our site links out to external platforms, including Discord servers, Zoom rooms, and independent blogs. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party services. We highly recommend reviewing their privacy policies when you leave our website.

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## 6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to anyone. We will only share data if strictly required by law, such as responding to a valid legal subpoena or defending the physical safety and rights of the website and community.

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## 7. Data Retention and Deletion
We retain your forum posts and account details for as long as your account remains active. If you would like your account, forum comments, or any personal details permanently removed from the archive database, you can contact us at any time.

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## 8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be announced by updating the "Last updated" date at the very top of this page.

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## 9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or would like to request data deletion, please contact us:

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