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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 14, 2025

At RustyFields, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us while enjoying our Rust game server. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with RustyFields (the "Server"). By accessing or using our Server, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide you with an enjoyable gaming experience and to maintain the security and integrity of RustyFields. The types of information we may collect include:

a. Information You Provide

  • Account Information: When you register or interact with RustyFields, you may provide details such as your in-game username, email address (if applicable), or other identifiers linked to your Rust account (e.g., Steam ID).
  • Communications: If you contact us via email, Discord, or other platforms for support or inquiries, we may collect your messages and contact details.

b. Automatically Collected Information

  • Gameplay Data: We may collect data related to your activities on RustyFields, such as your IP address, in-game actions (e.g., chat logs, kills, or bans), connection times, and server interactions.
  • Technical Data: Information about your device, including hardware specifications, operating system, and connection details, may be logged to ensure compatibility and troubleshoot issues.
  • Steam Data: As RustyFields operates within the Rust ecosystem, we may access certain publicly available Steam profile information (e.g., Steam ID, username) when you connect to our Server.

c. Third-Party Information

  • We may receive information from third-party services like Steam or Discord if you link your accounts or use these platforms to interact with RustyFields.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Operate the Server: Facilitate your gameplay, manage your account, and maintain server performance and security.
  • To Enforce Rules: Monitor and enforce our server rules, including detecting cheating, hacking, or other prohibited behaviors.
  • To Communicate: Respond to your inquiries, provide updates about RustyFields, or notify you of changes to this Privacy Policy or our services.
  • To Improve Services: Analyze gameplay data to enhance the Server, fix bugs, or optimize performance.
  • Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it in the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: We may share data with third-party providers (e.g., hosting services, anti-cheat systems) that help us operate RustyFields. These providers are bound to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
  • With Steam: Certain data is shared with Steam as part of Rust’s integration (e.g., Steam ID for authentication).
  • For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of RustyFields, its users, or the public.
  • Community Features: Information like your username or in-game actions may be visible to other players as part of gameplay or server features (e.g., leaderboards, chat).

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include server encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against breaches or cyberattacks.

5. Your Choices and Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of the personal data we hold about you by contacting us (see Section 9).
  • Opt-Out: You can stop providing us with information by ceasing to use RustyFields. Note that some data (e.g., IP logs) may be retained for security purposes after you stop playing.
  • Children’s Privacy: RustyFields is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we learn such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. For example:

  • Gameplay logs (e.g., chat, bans) may be kept for up to 90 days for moderation purposes.
  • Account data tied to your Steam ID may persist as long as you remain an active user, with inactive data deleted after 12 months unless legally required to be retained longer.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

RustyFields may integrate with or link to third-party services (e.g., Steam, Discord, or donation platforms). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before interacting with them.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on our website or Discord server with the “Last Updated” date revised. Continued use of RustyFields after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at: