Privacy Policy

Complying with GDPR, CCPA, and Google Policies

Introduction

At MineChecker, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Google’s policies.

Information We Collect

We collect the minimum information necessary to provide our services:

  • Personal Data: such as IP address and email address when you register, fill out forms, or contact us.
  • Browsing Data: browser type, operating system, device information, and pages visited.
  • Cookies: to improve your experience, personalize content, and comply with legal requirements.

How We Use the Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide the Minecraft server status service.
  • Enable registrations, sign-ups, and forms for user accounts or newsletters.
  • Improve the performance, security, and usability of our website.
  • Conduct internal statistics and analytics to enhance our services.
  • Display relevant ads through Google Ads and Ezoic.
  • Respond to inquiries and provide technical support.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use our own and third-party cookies for essential, analytics, and advertising functions.

Types of Cookies

  • Essential: required for the site to function (do not require consent).
  • Analytics: help us understand how you use MineChecker (require consent).
  • Advertising: personalize ads and are used in campaigns with Google Ads/Ezoic (require consent).

Upon your first visit, you are shown a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies at any time.

Third-Party Services and Technologies

Our website uses third-party services that may collect and process data from visitors. These services help us provide better performance, analytics, and advertising.

See our Cookie Policy for more details on managing your preferences.

Consent and Withdrawal

Non-essential cookies, marketing communications, and analytics tools are only activated after you give explicit consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time through the cookie banner or by contacting us.

Your Rights

Under GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Request correction or deletion of your data.
  • Withdraw consent at any time without affecting lawful processing already carried out.
  • Object to the processing of your data.
  • Request portability of your data.
  • Opt out of the sale of personal information (CCPA).

California Residents - CCPA

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to request information about how your data is collected and to opt out of the sale of your personal data.

To exercise this right, please click: Do Not Sell My Personal Information

Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure.

Data Breaches

If a data breach occurs that could impact your rights, we will notify you within 72 hours as required by GDPR.

No Discrimination (CCPA)

We do not discriminate against users who exercise their privacy rights.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page.

Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us at: [email protected]

Effective Date: August 2, 2025