Privacy Policy

Last updated: 17 September 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how happymodd.online (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Site”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit or interact with the Site. We publish educational content about Android modding ecosystems. We do not host APK files and we do not request phone permissions (e.g., SMS, Contacts, Accessibility).

If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Site.

1) Who we are & contact

2) Information we collect

A. Information you provide to us

  • Contact / DMCA messages: your name, email, message content, and any files you attach.
  • Comments or forms (if enabled): name, email, website, comment text. WordPress may store your IP address and browser user-agent to help spam detection.

B. Information collected automatically

  • Log data: IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, date/time stamps, and error logs.
  • Device & usage data: pages viewed, clicks, scrolls, time on page.
  • Cookies & similar technologies: used for site functionality (remembering preferences), analytics, and (if enabled) advertising.

We do not intentionally collect sensitive categories of personal data through the Site.

3) How we use information

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the Site (analytics, troubleshooting, performance).
  • Respond to your messages, requests, or rights inquiries.
  • Prevent fraud, spam, abuse, and security incidents.
  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., DMCA takedown requests).
  • (If enabled) Serve and measure advertising and affiliate links.

4) Legal bases (EEA/UK visitors)

We process personal data under one or more of these bases:

  • Consent (e.g., analytics/advertising cookies where required).
  • Legitimate interests (site security, essential analytics, replying to messages).
  • Legal obligation (records for compliance).
  • Contract (if you engage us directly for a service).

You can withdraw consent at any time via our Cookie Settings link or by contacting us.

5) Sharing & third parties

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with:

  • Service providers: hosting/CDN, security, analytics, email delivery, spam filtering.
  • Advertising partners (optional): e.g., Google AdSense (if enabled).
  • Legal/disclosure: when required by law or to protect our rights or users’ safety.

Typical providers you might see on this Site (edit as your setup changes):

  • Analytics: Google Analytics 4
  • Security/CDN: Cloudflare
  • Spam filtering (comments): Akismet
  • Advertising: Google AdSense / other networks (if enabled)
  • Email: your email provider for support/DMCA

Each provider processes data under its own privacy terms; we share only what’s necessary.

6) International transfers

Our servers or providers may be located outside your country. Where required, we use safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or provider certifications.

7) Cookies & tracking

We use:

  • Essential cookies – required for basic operation and security.
  • Analytics cookies – to understand traffic and improve content.
  • Advertising/affiliate cookies (optional) – to deliver or measure ads.

Where law requires, we request your consent before setting non-essential cookies.
Manage preferences anytime: use the Cookie Settings link (if available) or contact us at [email protected].

8) Your privacy rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • Object to or restrict certain processing.
  • Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies.
  • Request data portability.

California (CPRA): you can opt out of any “selling” or “sharing” of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. To exercise this, contact [email protected] (subject: CPRA Request). If we add a “Do Not Sell or Share” page later, we’ll link it from our footer.

We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.

9) Data retention

  • Contact/DMCA records: kept as long as needed to respond and for compliance.
  • Analytics data: retained per provider defaults or configuration (typically 2–26 months).
  • Logs/security data: retained for a limited period for fraud/abuse prevention.

When retention ends, we delete or de-identify data.

10) Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures (HTTPS, access controls, backups). No method is 100% secure; please use the Site responsibly.

11) Children’s privacy

The Site is for general audiences and not directed to children under 13 (or the age required by your country). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child provided data, contact us to remove it.

12) Third-party links

Our articles may link to external websites. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before providing information.

13) DMCA & content policy

We are an independent, educational site and do not host APK files. Rights holders may contact [email protected] with detailed DMCA notices (include URLs and proof of ownership). We may disclose related correspondence if required by law.

14) Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date shows the latest version. Significant changes will be posted on this page.

15) Contact us

For questions or privacy requests, email [email protected].