SteadfastSMP is a family-friendly server. We collect minimal data necessary to operate the server and protect our community. We never sell your information to third parties.
1. Information We Collect
When you connect to SteadfastSMP, we automatically collect:
Data
Purpose
Minecraft Username
Identify you in-game
Minecraft UUID
Link your progress across sessions
IP Address
Security, ban enforcement, abuse prevention
Connection Times
Playtime tracking for ranks
In-Game Activity
Chat logs, transactions, claims (for moderation)
2. Information We Do NOT Collect
Real names or personal identity information
Email addresses (unless you contact us directly)
Payment information (handled by third-party processors if applicable)
Location data beyond IP-based country/region
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
Operate and maintain the Minecraft server
Save your progress, builds, inventory, and claims
Track playtime for automatic rank progression
Enforce server rules and prevent abuse
Investigate and resolve disputes between players
Improve server performance and features
4. Data Retention
We retain your data as follows:
Player data (builds, items, claims): Indefinitely, as we do not reset worlds
Chat logs: 90 days, for moderation purposes
IP addresses: 90 days, or longer if associated with a ban
Ban records: Indefinitely, to enforce permanent bans
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except:
When required by law or legal process
To protect the safety of our players or the public
With service providers who help operate the server (hosting, etc.) under strict confidentiality
BlueMap - Live world map showing builds (publicly visible)
Voting Sites - When you vote, those sites have their own privacy policies
7. Children's Privacy
SteadfastSMP welcomes players of all ages, including children under 13 who play with parental supervision. We do not knowingly collect personal information beyond Minecraft account data. We encourage parents to monitor their children's online activities and remind children never to share personal information in chat.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access - Request a copy of data we hold about you
Deletion - Request deletion of your data (note: this would remove all your progress and builds)
Correction - Request correction of inaccurate data
To exercise these rights, contact us through Discord.
9. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including:
Secure server hosting with regular backups
Limited staff access to sensitive data
Encryption for sensitive communications
However, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the server after changes constitutes acceptance.
11. Contact Us
For privacy questions or data requests, please contact us through our Discord server.