Sickipedia

Welcome to Sickipedia – the world’s darkest comedy club disguised as a social platform. We may specialize in twisted humor, but when it comes to your personal information, we take things seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data. Sickipedia is used across Europe, the USA, Australia, and worldwide. Because of this, we comply with the relevant privacy frameworks applicable in these regions, including the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and Australia’s Privacy Act and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). By using Sickipedia, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

When you use Sickipedia, we inevitably gather certain information. This includes personal information you provide when creating an account, such as your username, email address, and any profile details you choose to share. If you subscribe to premium features or purchase digital gems, we process the transaction securely through third-party providers, and we never store full payment card details ourselves.

We also automatically collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and activity logs related to your use of the platform. Additionally, we use cookies and similar technologies to personalize content, remember preferences, and serve advertising. Some of these cookies come from third-party partners and advertisers who may track your behavior across other websites.

How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect primarily to provide, maintain, and improve Sickipedia’s services. This includes enabling you to create content, participate in discussions, interact with others, and access premium features. It also allows us to moderate the platform, detect inappropriate or illegal behavior, and enforce our community rules.

Your information is also processed to handle transactions, deliver digital purchases, and manage subscriptions. On the technical side, usage data helps us analyze trends, improve performance, and protect against fraud or security risks. From time to time, we may send you service-related communications, updates, or promotional messages, although you may opt out of marketing communications.

Legal Basis and Regional Compliance

Because Sickipedia is a global service, we adhere to regional data protection laws.

If you are located in Europe or the United Kingdom, our processing of your personal data is based on the legal grounds established under the GDPR. This may include processing based on your consent (for example, cookie tracking or marketing messages), processing that is necessary to fulfill a contract (such as providing access to your account), compliance with legal obligations, and legitimate interests (such as maintaining site security and improving the service). You also have specific rights, including access, rectification, deletion, portability, and the right to complain to a supervisory authority.

If you are a California resident or live in other U.S. states with privacy laws, you are covered under the CCPA/CPRA and related frameworks. You have the right to know what personal data we collect, request deletion, opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data (note: Sickipedia does not sell your information), and exercise non-discrimination for doing so.

If you are in Australia, Sickipedia complies with the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This includes giving you the right to access and correct personal information we hold about you and to make complaints to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner if you believe your data has been mishandled.

For users worldwide, we strive to follow best practices and apply equivalent standards even if your local jurisdiction does not yet have strong privacy laws.

Sharing and International Transfers

Sickipedia does not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted service providers who help us operate the platform, process payments, deliver advertisements, or analyze usage. These providers are bound by confidentiality and security obligations.

Because Sickipedia is global, your information may be transferred to and stored in countries other than where you reside. For European and UK users, this means that your data may be stored on servers outside the EEA/UK. We use appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to ensure your data remains protected.

Data Retention

We keep your personal data for as long as your account is active, or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, most personal data will be removed, though some may persist in backups or where required for legal, regulatory, or security reasons.

Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational steps to safeguard your personal information. That said, no system is completely secure, and you accept the inherent risk that comes with transmitting data online. We recommend using strong passwords and being cautious about what you share publicly on Sickipedia.

Children’s Privacy

Sickipedia is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we discover that someone under 18 has registered, their account will be removed.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your personal data. You may also request data portability or opt out of certain processing, such as targeted advertising or marketing emails. Account settings provide you with tools to manage your information, but you can also contact us directly for assistance.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of Sickipedia may not function properly without them.

Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. If significant changes are made, we will notify you by updating the “Last Updated” date and, where appropriate, by sending a notice or highlighting changes on the site.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can reach us at: [email protected]

If you are located in Europe, you have the right to contact your local Data Protection Authority. In the USA, you may exercise your rights under state privacy laws, including contacting the California Attorney General for CCPA-related complaints. In Australia, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.