Last updated: May 8th, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how hardcoreminecraft.net collects, uses, stores, and manages information when you access or use our website.

By using this website, you acknowledge that your information may be handled as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Overview

We respect your privacy and aim to collect only the information necessary to operate, secure, and improve the website and its services. This Privacy Policy outlines what data may be collected, why it is collected, and how it is used.

2. Information We Collect

Account and registration data

When you register an account or use features on the website, we may collect information you provide directly, including:

• username
• email address
• password data in securely stored form
• profile or account information you choose to provide
• any information submitted through forms, posts, messages, or other website features

Much of this information is provided by you during registration or while using your account.

Technical and moderation-related data

To support website moderation, security, and administration, we may collect and store certain technical information, including:

• IP addresses associated with registered users
• browser or device-related information where available
• records of actions taken on the website
• information relevant to spam prevention, abuse prevention, and detection of alternative accounts

IP addresses may be used to assist with moderation duties, protect the website, detect suspicious activity, and enforce website rules.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use collected information for purposes including:

• creating and managing user accounts
• allowing users to log in and use website features
• operating and maintaining the website
• moderating content and enforcing community rules
• detecting spam, abuse, fraud, or alternative accounts
• responding to support requests or administrative issues
• improving the website and user experience
• maintaining website security and stability

We do not describe your account data as personally identifying beyond what you directly provide, but some information, such as an email address or IP address, may still be considered personal data under applicable law.

4. Account Deletion

Accounts may be deleted by a site administrator upon request.

When an account is deleted, we will remove or anonymize data relating to that user from our active systems where reasonably possible and subject to any legitimate need to retain limited records for moderation, security, fraud prevention, legal compliance, dispute handling, or technical backup processes.

Some content or records may remain where necessary for the integrity of discussions, moderation logs, transaction history, or legal and operational requirements.

5. Cookies

Cookies are used to store small pieces of information in your browser. Some cookies are necessary for the website to function, while others may be used only with your consent.

Where required, your consent to non-essential cookies may be indicated by interacting with the cookie notice on the website, such as accepting it or continuing in a manner described by that notice.

Cookies used by the website may include information such as:

• recently viewed topic IDs
• session-related identifiers
• a unique, non-public hash when logging in and selecting “Remember Me”, allowing you to stay logged in on future visits
• preference-related information connected to website functionality

For more detail, please review our Cookie Notice.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

Information may be accessed by website staff or administrators where necessary for moderation, support, administration, security, technical maintenance, or legal compliance. We may also use trusted third-party services where needed to operate the website, such as hosting, analytics, authentication, payments, or email delivery.

Where third-party services are used, those services may process data in accordance with their own policies and applicable agreements.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect data stored through the website. However, no website, system, or transmission method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for using a strong, unique password.

8. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to operate the website, provide services, enforce rules, resolve disputes, maintain security, comply with legal obligations, and support legitimate administrative needs.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data and the purpose for which it was collected.

9. Your Rights and Requests

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights relating to your personal data, including the right to request access, correction, or deletion of certain information.

If you would like to request account deletion or have questions about your data, please contact the site administration through the contact methods provided on hardcoreminecraft.net.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the website, our practices, or legal requirements. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.

Your continued use of the website after changes take effect may be treated as acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy where permitted by law.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled on hardcoreminecraft.net, please contact the website administration using the contact methods available on the website.