2) What data we collect

Contact form (/?page=contact): name, email address, selected reason, message.

Newsletter: email address (and your consent checkbox).

Security data: we may process IP address and user-agent for rate limiting, abuse prevention, and system security.

Note: In the EU, IP addresses can be personal data. We keep security logs only as long as needed.

3) Why we process your data (legal basis)

Contact form: to respond to your message (legitimate interest and/or steps prior to entering a contract, depending on context).

Newsletter: only with your consent (you can withdraw anytime).

Security / anti-spam: legitimate interest (protecting the website and inbox from abuse).

4) Retention

Contact messages: typically up to 12 months (or longer if needed for legal claims or ongoing conversations).

Newsletter email: until you unsubscribe.

Security logs / rate limits: typically up to 30 days.

5) Sharing and third-party links

We do not sell personal data. This site may link to third-party platforms (Steam, Patreon, YouTube, TikTok, X, Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, itch.io). When you click those links, their privacy policies apply.

If we embed third-party media in the future (e.g., YouTube videos), those providers may set cookies or collect data according to their policies.

6) Your rights

Depending on your location (especially EU/EEA), you may have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict processing, object, and data portability. You can also withdraw newsletter consent anytime.

To request changes or deletion, email us at contact@desertcitizens.com.

7) Cookies

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