Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 14, 2026

City-Builder respects the privacy of its users and aims to process personal data only to the extent necessary for the operation of the website and provision of its features.

This Privacy Policy explains what data may be collected, why it is used, and how users may manage their data.

1. Data We May Collect

When registering and using the website, the following data may be processed:

name or username;
email address;
encrypted password;
avatar and profile information, if voluntarily provided by the user;
forum posts, comments, and other content published by the user;
IP address;
registration and login date and time;
technical information about the browser and device;
information necessary to maintain security and prevent abuse.

We do not store user passwords in plain text.

2. How We Use Data

Personal data may be used for:

creating and managing user accounts;
user authentication;
account access recovery;
operation of the forum, comments, and personal features;
protecting the website from spam, fraud, and automated attacks;
providing technical support;
improving the website;
complying with legal requirements where necessary.

We do not sell users’ personal data to third parties.

3. Cookies

The website may use cookies and similar technologies.

They may be necessary for:

keeping users logged in;
maintaining user sessions;
saving language or other preferences;
improving security;
analyzing the technical operation of the website.

Blocking necessary cookies in your browser may cause certain website features to function incorrectly.

4. Public Information

Information voluntarily published by users on the forum, in comments, or in other public areas of the website may be visible to other users and visitors.

Users are advised not to publish home addresses, phone numbers, payment information, passwords, or other confidential information in public sections of the website.

5. Sharing Data with Third Parties

Certain website functions may rely on third-party technical services, such as hosting providers, anti-spam services, analytics systems, payment services, or external sales platforms.

These services may process technical or personal data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Data may also be provided to competent public authorities where required by law.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or deletion.

However, no method of data transmission or storage on the Internet can guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained for as long as necessary to operate user accounts, provide website features, maintain security, and comply with legal obligations.

Certain technical information may be retained for a limited period in server logs and security systems.

8. Account and Data Deletion

Users may contact the administration and request deletion of their account or personal data.

Certain data may be retained after account deletion where necessary to comply with legal obligations, maintain security, prevent fraud, or resolve disputes.

Content published by users in public discussions may be anonymized instead of fully deleted where removing it would disrupt the structure of the discussion.

9. Data of Minors

If a user is below the age at which they may independently consent to the processing of personal data under the laws of their country, use of the website should take place with the consent of a parent or legal guardian.

10. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time.

The current version of the Policy will be published on the website with the date of the latest update.

11. User Consent

By registering on the website, the user confirms that they have read this Privacy Policy and understand the principles governing the processing of their personal data.