Privacy Policy – Dude Universe

Last updated: 2025

Welcome to Dude Universe (diggadude.com / dude-universe.com / karaktair.com).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.

Dude Universe is a fictional entertainment project created and operated by Zouhair Mahmoud (Digga Dude).
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.

1. Who We Are

Website Owner: Zouhair Mahmoud
Creator & Author: Digga Dude
Website: https://dude-universe.com
Contact: digga.universe@gmail.com

This website exists for entertainment, storytelling, and creative illustration.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect information needed for the website to work properly or when you choose to contact us.

a. Comments

When you leave a comment, we may collect:

Your name (optional)
Your email address
Comment text
IP address (for spam prevention)
Browser technical details

Your email may be checked anonymously by anti-spam systems.

b. Contact Form

If you contact us, we may collect:

Your name (if provided)
Email address
Message contents

We use this information only to reply to you.

c. Uploaded Images

Avoid uploading images containing EXIF GPS location data, as visitors may be able to extract it.

d. Cookies

We use cookies to:

Save your comment details (optional)
Allow login functionality
Improve website performance
Basic analytics (non-personal)

Cookies do not contain sensitive personal information.

3. Embedded Content From Other Websites

Our website may include embedded content (YouTube videos, images, etc.).

These external sites may:

Collect data
Use cookies
Track user interaction
Monitor viewing behavior

We do not control how external websites handle your data.

4. How Long We Keep Your Data

Comments: kept indefinitely for conversation continuity
User accounts (if created): kept as long as the account exists
Contact messages: kept only as long as needed to respond

You can request deletion at any time.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request a copy of your stored data
Request deletion of your personal data
Correct incorrect information
Withdraw consent

Requests can be made at: digga.universe@gmail.com

(Some data may be retained for security or legal reasons.)

6. Who We Share Data With

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data.

Data may only be shared with:

Spam detection services
Hosting providers
Legal authorities (if required)

7. Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor comments may be processed through automated spam-filtering systems.

Basic technical data may be processed by our hosting provider for security and maintenance.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website does not target children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically.
The latest revision date will always be displayed at the top of this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy:
📧 digga.universe@gmail.com

Thank you for visiting Dude Universe.
Stay creative. Stay weird. Stay DU.