Last updated: 29 November 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to elshifer.com. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect information about visitors and registered users who interact with our website and services.
Elshifer is a creative platform offering tools, online utilities, educational content, an online encyclopedia with user accounts, mini-games such as Lava Apocalypse, translation tools, and various experimental features built for entertainment and learning.
We respect your privacy and are committed to transparency. By using our website, you consent to the practices described here.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal data is:
Controller: Nikolay Nachev – Owner of elshifer.com
Email: [email protected]
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Information you provide voluntarily
You may choose to provide personal data when interacting with Elshifer, including:
- creating an account in the Encyclopedia section;
- logging in to manage or create articles (admins only);
- submiting content, comments, suggestions, or feedback;
- sending us email communication;
- using our tools or games that store your preferences locally.
The information may include:
- username;
- optional email address;
- password (securely hashed and never stored in plain text);
- content you publish inside the Encyclopedia;
- messages you send to us.
3.2 Automatically collected information
When you visit elshifer.com, your browser automatically sends data to our servers. This may include:
- IP address and approximate geolocation;
- browser type and version;
- operating system;
- device type (desktop, mobile, tablet);
- pages visited and time spent on the site;
- referring website or search terms;
- date and time of access;
- error logs (used for debugging and security).
This data is used mainly for analytics, performance improvement, detecting malicious activities, and ensuring stable operation of the site.
3.3 Local browser storage
Some tools on Elshifer (e.g., utilities, simple games, preferences) may store information locally in your browser using:
- LocalStorage
- SessionStorage
- IndexedDB
This data never leaves your device unless you choose to share it.
4. Cookies
We use cookies to enable key site features, secure logins, improve performance, and serve advertisements through Google AdSense.
- Essential cookies – needed for login, sessions, and account security.
- Functional cookies – saving settings and improving the experience.
- Analytics cookies – anonymous usage statistics.
- Advertising cookies – used by Google to serve personalized ads.
You may control or delete cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect certain features such as login.
5. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising
Elshifer earns revenue using Google AdSense. Google may use cookies and technologies like:
- Advertising cookies
- Personalized ad profiling
- Frequency capping
- Conversion measurement
Google may combine your browsing data from this website with data from other sources. More information is available here: Google Ads Policy.
5.1 Funding Choices and Consent
Elshifer uses Google Funding Choices to display consent messages required by privacy regulations such as GDPR and ePrivacy.
6. How We Use Your Information
Your data may be used for the following purposes:
- operating the site and providing core functionality;
- managing user accounts and authentication;
- moderating contributions to the Encyclopedia;
- responding to feedback or support requests;
- improving site performance, security, and usability;
- performing analytics and usage statistics;
- customizing features and user experience;
- serving advertisements via Google AdSense;
- preventing fraud, abuse, or cyber attacks.
7. How We Share Information
We do not sell personal data. Your information may be shared only:
- with Google products (AdSense, Analytics, Funding Choices);
- with hosting and infrastructure providers;
- with trusted tools used for site security and error detection;
- if required by law, court order, or authorities;
- to prevent fraud or protect our legitimate interests.
8. Data Security
We use industry-standard security practices, including:
- secure server configuration;
- encrypted password storage (hashing);
- rate limiting and security logs;
- restricted server access;
- regular system updates.
No system can be completely secure, but we take all reasonable steps.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may be able to:
- request access to data we hold about you;
- request correction of inaccurate information;
- request deletion of your account and data;
- withdraw consent for advertising cookies;
- object to certain types of processing;
- request a copy of your personal data (data portability);
- lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
To exercise these rights, email us at: [email protected]
10. Data Retention
We retain data only for as long as necessary to operate the site, comply with legal requirements, or resolve disputes.
If you delete your account, we remove or anonymize your data unless we are required to keep it for security or legal reasons.
11. Children's Privacy
Elshifer is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child has created an account, contact us and we will remove it.
12. International Data Transfers
Elshifer may process data on servers located outside your country. By using the website, you consent to such transfers.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make significant changes, we will update the date above.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns, contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://elshifer.com
This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.