Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Go Silph ("Go Silph", "we", "us", or "our") handles information in connection with the website gosilph.com (the "Site"). Go Silph is an independent, fan-made Pokemon GO database and tools website. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described below.

We have built Go Silph to be privacy-friendly. We do not require you to create an account, and we do not ask for your name, email address, or any other personal details to browse the Site.

Information We Collect

Because the Site has no login or user accounts, the information we handle is limited to:

• Log and technical data. Like most websites, our servers automatically record standard technical information when you visit, such as your IP address, browser type and version, device type, the pages you view, the referring page, and the date and time of your request. This data is used to operate, secure, and troubleshoot the Site.
• Local preferences. We store small settings — such as whether you prefer light or dark mode — in your browser's local storage. This information never leaves your device and is not sent to us.
• Cookies and similar technologies. We and our partners use cookies as described in the sections below and in our Cookie Policy.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information, and we do not sell your personal data.

How We Use Information

We use the limited information described above to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its features;
• Understand aggregate traffic patterns and which pages are most useful to trainers;
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, abuse, or security incidents;
• Display advertising that helps keep the Site free to use.

Advertising and Google AdSense

Go Silph is supported by advertising. We use Google AdSense, a third-party advertising service provided by Google, to display ads on the Site. Please note the following:

• Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this Site and other websites on the internet.
• Google's use of advertising cookies (including the DoubleClick DART cookie) enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to Go Silph and/or other sites on the internet.
• You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
• For more information on how Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps, see Google's Privacy & Terms.

If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or another region that requires consent for advertising cookies, you will be asked for your consent before non-essential cookies are set, and you can change your choice at any time.

Analytics

We may use third-party analytics services to understand how visitors use the Site in aggregate (for example, which pages are most popular and how the Site performs). These services may set their own cookies or use similar identifiers. The data is used in aggregate and helps us improve the content and experience for trainers.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use them for essential functionality, to remember your preferences, and — through our advertising and analytics partners — to measure and serve ads. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. For a detailed breakdown, see our Cookie Policy.

Third-Party Links

The Site contains links to external websites and resources (for example, community tools and reference sites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit.

Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights under data protection laws such as the EU/UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you, and the right to object to certain processing. Because Go Silph does not maintain user accounts and collects only limited technical data, we may not be able to identify you from that data alone. If you have a request, please contact us and we will do our best to assist.

Children's Privacy

Go Silph is a general-audience fan site and is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

Data Retention and Security

We retain technical log data only for as long as necessary to operate and secure the Site. We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we process, although no method of transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be highlighted on the Site where appropriate.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle data, please reach out via our contact page or email us at contact@gosilph.com.