Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 19, 2026

Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how MagicaVoxel (magicavoxel.net) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website. MagicaVoxel is a software download and information website focused on the MagicaVoxel voxel art editor developed by Ephtracy.

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy applies to all visitors of our website regardless of location.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the site.

Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

We keep data collection to a minimum. The only personal information we collect directly from you is what you submit through our Contact page, which may include:

  • Your name
  • Your email address
  • The content of your message

We do not require user registration, accounts, or purchases. There is no newsletter signup or email subscription service on this site.

Information Collected Automatically

When you browse our website, certain technical information is recorded automatically by our servers and third-party services:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring URL (the page that linked you here)
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, or tablet)
  • Approximate geographic location at the country or region level, derived from your IP address

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — for various purposes:

Essential Cookies

WordPress uses functional cookies to operate the website correctly. These are necessary and cannot be disabled without breaking site functionality.

Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics 4)

We may use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our site. GA4 collects aggregated data such as page views, session duration, traffic sources, and general demographic information. GA4 does not collect personally identifiable information.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)

We may display advertisements through Google AdSense. AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history and interests. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.

You can opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ad Settings or visit aboutads.info to opt out of third-party advertising cookies.

Cloudflare Cookies

Our website uses Cloudflare for content delivery and security. Cloudflare may set cookies (such as __cf_bm and __cflb) to manage bot protection and load balancing. These are necessary for the security and performance of the site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To operate, maintain, and improve the website
  • To analyze visitor traffic and usage patterns through GA4
  • To serve relevant advertisements through AdSense
  • To respond to inquiries submitted via the Contact page
  • To detect and prevent security threats through Cloudflare

We do not use your data for any purpose beyond those listed above.

Third-Party Services

We rely on the following third-party services to operate this website. Each has its own privacy policy that governs how they handle data:

  • Google Analytics 4 — Web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Privacy Policy
  • Google AdSense — Advertising service provided by Google LLC. Google Ad Technology Policy
  • Cloudflare — CDN and security service provided by Cloudflare, Inc. Cloudflare Privacy Policy
  • WordPress — Open-source content management system. Our installation is self-hosted, so no visitor data is sent to WordPress.org.

We have no control over the privacy practices of these third-party providers. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to anyone.

We do not share your data with third parties beyond the services described above (Google Analytics, Google AdSense, and Cloudflare), which receive data as part of their normal operation.

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or other legal process. Aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify any individual may be used internally for site improvement.

Data Retention

  • Server logs: Retained for approximately 30 days, then automatically purged.
  • Analytics data: Retained according to Google Analytics default settings (14 months).
  • Contact form submissions: Retained only until the inquiry is resolved, then deleted.
  • Cookies: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies have varying expiration periods set by their respective services.

Your Rights and Choices

You have several options to control how your data is handled:

  • Disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
  • Opt out of Google Analytics using the GA Opt-out Add-on.
  • Opt out of personalized ads at Google Ad Settings.
  • Request deletion of any personal data we hold by contacting us through our Contact page.

For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing of, and port your personal data. You also have the right to object to processing and to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

For California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal data we collect, request its deletion, opt out of its sale (we do not sell data), and not be discriminated against for exercising these rights.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected through this website. All connections are encrypted using HTTPS/SSL. Cloudflare provides additional protections including DDoS mitigation and a Web Application Firewall (WAF).

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

International Data Transfers

Our servers and third-party service providers may process your data in countries other than your own. By using this website, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws. We rely on standard contractual clauses and other appropriate safeguards where applicable.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Your continued use of the website after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out through our Contact page.