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Privacy Policy

How minecraftsiftupdate.site collects, uses, and protects your information.

Last updated: 2026-10-01

Introduction

Minecraft Sift Update ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website https://minecraftsiftupdate.site (the "Site"). The Site is an independent, unofficial status tracker for the Minecraft "The Sift" update, focused on Dungeons II availability, Java Edition and Bedrock Edition release timing, Snapshot/Preview builds, and the Sift Portal mechanism — with a clear separation between official confirmations, community rumors, and misinformation. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

This Site is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Mojang Studios or Microsoft. "Minecraft" is a trademark of Mojang Studios.

Information We Collect

  1. Account Information — If you create an account (for example, to comment on or follow status entries), we collect your email address and the display name you choose. Accounts are optional; most of the Site is usable without one.
  2. Usage Data — Information about how you interact with the Site, such as pages viewed, the status entries and comparison tables you open, and referral sources.
  3. Device Information — Device type, operating system, browser type, and approximate region, used to optimize compatibility and performance.
  4. Cookies — Small data files stored on your device to remember preferences such as language. We may also use analytics cookies to understand aggregate traffic.
  5. Content You Submit — If you contact us or submit corrections, rumors, or community findings (for example, gameplay clips, portal mechanics, or mob/block changes attributed to The Sift), we store the content of that submission and your contact details so we can verify and respond.

We do not collect payment information; the Site is free to use.

How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its status-tracking content.
  • Verify community submissions against official sources before publishing a "Confirmed" or "Rumor" label.
  • Send technical notices, security alerts, and responses to your questions.
  • Understand aggregate usage so we can prioritize which aspects of The Sift status to cover.
  • Detect, prevent, and address fraud, spam, and abuse.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in these limited cases:

  • With service providers who help us operate the Site (for example, hosting, analytics, or email delivery), under confidentiality agreements.
  • To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities.
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users.

Third-Party Services and Links

We may use third-party analytics (such as Google Analytics or Plausible) and, where enabled, advertising services (such as Google AdSense). These providers may set their own cookies and process usage data under their own privacy policies.

The Site links to official Minecraft and Mojang pages (for example, minecraft.net and feedback.minecraft.net) as sources. When you follow those links you leave the Site, and the linked site's own privacy policy applies. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit, access controls, and regular reviews. No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, but we work continuously to protect your information.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, export, or delete your personal information. You can do this through your account settings or by contacting us at support@minecraftsiftupdate.site. If you are in the EEA or the UK, you may also have the right to object to processing, restrict processing, or lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, contact us and we will delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, posting a notice on the Site.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at support@minecraftsiftupdate.site or visit https://minecraftsiftupdate.site.