Kannada and Tulu Language Workshop/Resources-Wikimedia-Privacy
Privacy and Safety on Wikimedia
Privacy Tips for Wikimedia Contributors
When contributing to Wikimedia projects, it's important to protect your privacy while maintaining transparency. Here are key recommendations:
- Username Selection: Choose a username that doesn't reveal personal information (avoid real names, birthdates, or identifiers)
- Personal Information: Never post private information about yourself or others (addresses, phone numbers, etc.)
- Email Privacy: Your email address is only visible to you and Wikimedia administrators unless you choose to display it publicly
- IP Address Protection: Logged-in users have their IP addresses hidden from public view in page histories
- User Page Content: Be cautious about what personal details you include on your user page
- Password Security: Use a strong, unique password and enable two-factor authentication
- Alternative Accounts: Create separate accounts for different roles if needed, but avoid sockpuppetry
Remember that all edits are permanently recorded and publicly visible, even if you later remove content.
Universal Code of Conduct (UCoC)
The Universal Code of Conduct establishes baseline expectations for behavior across all Wikimedia projects:
Key Principles
- Treat everyone with respect and kindness
- Respect privacy and confidentiality
- Do not engage in harassment, discrimination, or hate speech
- Do not make threats of violence or harm
- Do not engage in deliberate misinformation
- Respect copyrights and licenses
- Do not abuse power or influence
Reporting Violations
- Contact local project administrators
- For serious cases, use the Special:Contact/u4c or
u4c
wikimedia.org
Enforcement
Violations may result in:
- Warnings
- Editing restrictions
- Temporary or permanent blocks
- Legal action in severe cases
Wikimedia Privacy Policy
The Wikimedia Privacy Policy explains how your data is collected, used, and protected.
Data Collection
- Public Contributions: All edits are publicly recorded and attributed to your username or IP address
- Automatically Collected Data: May include IP addresses, browser type, and usage patterns
- Information You Provide: Such as email address (if set), communications with other users
Data Sharing
- Publicly visible edit histories and contributions
Your Rights
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of non-public personal data