WiiNode Network websites considers online privacy an important concern. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all those who provide us with their contact information while using our websites and other services. WiiNode.com shall have the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, add or remove any terms or conditions of the Privacy Policy without notice. The most recent version of these Privacy Policy may always be found at http://www.wiinode.com/privacy/. This policy describes the ways that personally identifiable and anonymous information about our visitors and users is collected, how that information might be shared, and how someone can request changes to the way their personal information is used or shared. The WiiNode Network Privacy Policy was last modified on July 7th, 2007.
The Privacy Policy is applicable to all WiiNode Network websites and pertains to how information is used, shared and protected by WiiNode Network websites. WiiNode Network websites are composed of WiiNode.com, WiiCade.com, WiiMedia.com and their related propriatary domains.
A: Registration
In order to use this website to the full potential, we highly recommend you to first complete the registration form. During registration a user is required to give their e-mail address, nickname, and other optional identifiers. This information is to identify the user, and for other users to interact with the user. None of this information will be sold, transmitted, or in any other way sent to any third parties. You also may be asked for your location, instant messenger names, etc but these are only optional and you may leave them empty.
B: Cookies
Cookies are used to identify the user when he/she logs in, and for tracking purposes. A cookie is a piece of data stored on the user’s hard drive containing information about the user. Usage of a cookie is in no way linked to any personally identifiable information while on our site. More specifically, we use this on WiiNode Network websites in that the user would not have to log in a password more than once, thereby saving time while on our site. It is still possible to use WiiNode Network websites without cookies.
C: Passwords
WiiNode Network websites staff will NEVER ask for your password. If someone does ask for your password or other info, please immediately notify us.
D: Log Files
We use IP addresses to analyze trends, administer the site, track user’s movement, and gather broad demographic information for aggregate use.
E: Links
This web site contains links to other sites. Please be aware that WiiNode Network websites are not responsible for the privacy practices of such other sites. We encourage our users to be aware when they leave our site and to read the privacy statements of each and every web site that collects personally identifiable information. This privacy statement applies solely to information collected by WiiNode Network websites.
F: Surveys & Contests
From time-to-time our site requests information from users via surveys or contests. Participation in these surveys or contests is completely voluntary and the user therefore has a choice whether or not to disclose this information.
G: Voluntarily Provided Information
Personally identifiable information is information that can identify you, such as your full name, email address, postal address, telephone number, and fax number.
- WiiNode Network websites do not collect personally-identifiable information unless you choose to provide it to us. If you provide us with personally identifiable information, for example by sending an e-mail, or by filling out a form and submitting it through our Web site, we use that information only to respond to your message and to help us provide you with the information and services that you request.
- Submitting voluntary information constitutes your consent to the use of the information for the stated purpose. When a user clicks the "Submit" button on any of the Web forms found on our site they are indicating voluntary consent to use of the information they submit for the stated purpose.
- WiiNode Network websites are not responsible for the information you volunteer about yourself in discussions in our forums or in publicly accessible interactions, or the information that you choose to make public in your member profile.
H: How We Use Your Contact Information
We may use your contact information for any of the following reasons:
- To send you information requested from any WiiNode Network websites features or services you have subscribed to.
- WiiNode staff, including but not limited to related WiiNode Network websites staff, may contact you concerning your account.
I: Information We Share between WiiNode Network websites
Account and User information is generally shared between WiiNode Network websites. This provides our users with seemless service and features while browsing any of the WiiNode Network websites. Since all user information is universal you will be able to enjoy all features of any WiiNode Network website the first time you visit, without the hassle of making a new account. Below are a few example of information which is shared.
- User Login / Password: As mentioned before you will be able to login in all WiiNode Network sites with the same username and password. This allows you to save the time and hassle of creating a new account to access the best Wii related site features.
- Game Information: Many different types of game data are shared between networked sites including but not limited to arcade game scores, game data and details.
- Recommendations: If you enjoy a certain feature or option on one WiiNode Network website, another site may have new or additional related features which may become available to you based on your previous selection history.
J: Information We Share with Third Parties
Personal Information of a critical nature such as your password, location is never disclosed in any form whatsoever to any outside party by any WiiNode Network website.
K: Children's Privacy
WiiNode Network websites may offer educational content to children under 13. No personally identifiable information is collected from them unless voluntarily submitted as a request for information or services. No one under the age of 13 should provide any personal information or participate in any forums, chats, or online discussions. Please discourage your children from providing any personal information about themselves to anyone in any public discussion areas.
L: Final Notes
WiiNode Network websites will never, under any circumstances give away or display your IP address. Additionally, WiiNode Network websites will never sell or transmit e-mail addresses or any other personal identifiers to 3rd parties. Use of the registration system is optional; however it does maximize the user's experience here at the site.
If you have further concerns about WiiNode Network Privacy, please send your specific questions to: privacy@wiinode.com
You can also read our Terms of Use.
