Introduction
FF14 Events ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. It applies to all events hosted on this platform (e.g. Tails & Tales, Pirate Fest, and future community events).
TL;DR: We collect minimal data needed to run these community events (Twitch login for staff/admin access, event & venue submissions, public live stream info). We don't sell your data. You can delete your account anytime by contacting us.
What Information We Collect
| Data Type | Why We Collect It | Stored In |
|---|
| Twitch Username & Profile | Staff/admin authentication & profile display | Firebase Auth / Firestore |
| Email Address | Account management for staff/admins | Firebase Auth |
| Event & Venue Submissions | Event directory content | Firestore |
| Participant Twitch Handles | Live Now & participant listings | Firestore |
| Live Stream Data | Live Now sections | Twitch Public API (not stored long-term) |
| IP Address | Rate limiting & security | Firebase (temporary logs) |
How We Use Your Information
To Provide Our Service
- Authenticate staff and admins via Twitch
- Display event and venue listings
- Show which participants are currently live
- Manage event submissions and schedules
To Improve Our Service
- Understand which features are popular
- Fix bugs and improve performance
- Monitor for abuse or spam
We Do NOT
- Sell your data to third parties
- Use your data for advertising
- Share your data with other users (except public event/venue/participant info)
- Track you across other websites
What Data Is Public vs. Private
Public Data (Visible on the Site)
Most information shown on FF14 Events comes from public sources or voluntary submissions:
- Event & Venue Listings: Submitted by organizers and staff for public display
- Participant Twitch Profile: Username, display name, and avatar for listed participants
- Live Status: Current stream, viewer count, and game being played, pulled from Twitch's public API
This is public information that anyone could find by visiting Twitch directly.
Private Data (Only You and Admins Can See)
The following information is collected but kept private:
- Your Email: From Twitch authentication (staff/admins only)
- Authentication Tokens: Secure tokens from Twitch login
- Submission Details: Contact info provided with an event/venue submission, used only to follow up if needed
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
Twitch
- We use Twitch for staff/admin authentication
- We fetch public stream data via the Twitch API for Live Now sections
- Twitch's Privacy Policy applies: twitch.tv/p/legal/privacy-policy
Firebase (Google)
Data Storage & Security
- Your data is stored in Firebase Firestore (encrypted at rest)
- Authentication is handled by Firebase Auth (industry standard)
- We use HTTPS for all data transmission
- Only authorized admins can access non-public user data
Your Rights
Access Your Data
Staff and admins can view their account data by signing in.
Update Your Data
You can request updates to a submitted event/venue listing by contacting an admin, or update your own listing through the admin tools if you have access.
Delete Your Data
You have the right to request deletion of your account and associated data. Contact an Admin via Discord (Eggoless) to request deletion. We will remove your personal data within 30 days.
Export Your Data
You can request an export of your data by contacting an admin.
Cookies & Local Storage
We use:
- Firebase Auth cookies: To keep staff/admins logged in
- Local Storage: To cache event/venue data so pages load faster on return visits
- Session Storage: Temporary data during your visit
We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics cookies.
Data Retention
- Active accounts: Data retained indefinitely while you use the service
- Deleted accounts: Personal data removed within 30 days of request
- Event/venue listings: Remain on the site unless removed by admins
- Logs: Security logs kept for 90 days
Children's Privacy
FF14 Events is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe we have collected data from a child under 13, please contact us to have it removed.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We'll post the new version here with an updated date. Significant changes will be announced on our Discord.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:
Discord: Eggoless
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