Privacy Policy

1. Who we are

SpaceEngine.net ("we", "us") is an independent website offering guides, a browser-based planet previewer and free downloadable resources related to the Space Engine universe simulator. We are not affiliated with the developer of Space Engine. This policy applies only to https://spaceengine.net.

2. Information we collect

You do not need an account to use this website, and we do not ask for personal details to download files. The information processed falls into these categories:

• Server logs. Like almost every website, our hosting server records basic technical data for each request: IP address, browser type, the page requested, the time and the referring page. Logs are used for security and troubleshooting and are deleted on a rolling basis.
• Tool input. Names you type into the Procedural Planet Previewer are processed entirely in your browser. They are never sent to our server.
• Emails you send us. If you contact us, we receive your email address and message. The contact form simply opens your own email app, so nothing is stored on our website.

3. Cookies

Our own pages do not set cookies to work. The planet tool, downloads and menus function without them. Cookies may be set by third-party services if they are enabled, as described below. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings at any time, and the core features of this website will keep working.

4. Analytics

We may use a privacy-respecting configuration of Google Analytics to understand which pages are useful, for example how many people read the beginner guide. When enabled, it collects pseudonymous usage data such as pages visited, approximate location (country or city level), device type and session length, with IP anonymisation turned on. We use this information only in aggregate to improve content. You can opt out with the official Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on or by blocking analytics cookies.

5. Advertising

We may display advertising through Google AdSense to cover hosting costs. Google and its partners may use cookies to show ads based on your previous visits to this and other websites. You can manage personalised advertising at Google's Ads Settings page. Visitors in the UK and EEA will be asked for consent through a certified consent tool before personalised ads are served.

6. Third-party links

Our download buttons for the Space Engine program take you to Steam and the official Space Engine website. Our articles may also link to other external resources. Those websites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. Please review their policies before sharing information with them.

7. How we use and share information

We use information only to operate, secure and improve this website and to reply to messages. We do not sell personal information, and we do not share it except with service providers acting on our behalf (such as our hosting company) or when the law requires it.

8. Data retention and security

Server logs are kept only as long as needed for security purposes. Emails are kept while a conversation is active and for a reasonable period afterwards. We use HTTPS encryption and keep our software up to date, but no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

9. Your rights and responsibility

Depending on where you live (for example the UK, EU, Canada, Australia or certain US states), you may have the right to access, correct or delete personal information we hold about you, and to object to certain processing. To make a request, email us. You are responsible for any information you choose to send us. Please don't include sensitive personal data in messages.

10. Children's privacy

This website is suitable for general audiences, but it is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has sent us personal information, contact us and we will delete it.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy when our services or the law change. The effective date at the top of this page shows when it was last revised.

12. Contact

For privacy questions or requests, email support@spaceengine.net or use our contact page.