Privacy Policy

At ps1bios.online, we value your trust above everything else. Our goal is to keep retro gaming fun, simple, and safe and that includes protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains, in plain language, what information we collect, why we collect it, and how it’s used. No complicated legal talk just the facts you need to know.

Who We Are

ps1bios.online is a resource hub built for retro gamers who want to relive the golden era of PlayStation 1. We provide:

  • BIOS downloads
  • Emulator setup tutorials
  • Easy-to-follow guides

Our goal is to make PS1 gaming accessible to everyone, while respecting your privacy every step of the way.

Information We Collect

We collect only what’s necessary never more.

1. Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Contact Form or Email: If you message us, we’ll receive your name, email address, and whatever you write.
  • Newsletter (future option): If you sign up, your email address will be saved for sending updates.

We don’t force you to give personal information. It’s always your choice.

2. Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, some data is logged when you visit:

  • IP address
  • Browser type/version
  • Device type (PC, mobile, tablet)
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of your visit

This helps us understand what guides are most useful, improve performance, and keep the site safe.

3. Cookies & Similar Tools

Cookies are small files that remember simple things like preferences or whether you’re logged in. On ps1bios.online, cookies may be used to:

  • Keep the site running smoothly
  • Remember your basic preferences
  • Help analytics tools measure traffic
  • Allow ads to display properly

You’re always in control. You can clear or block cookies in your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect for helpful purposes only:

  • To respond to your questions or feedback
  • To improve guides and create better content
  • To protect the site from spam or abuse
  • To analyze traffic and see which tutorials help the most
  • To display ads that keep our content free

We will never sell, rent, or misuse your personal information.

Third-Party Services

To provide a better experience, we sometimes rely on trusted partners:

  • Google Analytics – to understand site usage and improve content
  • Google AdSense or Ezoic – to display relevant ads
  • Email service providers – if we launch a newsletter

Each partner has its own privacy rules. If you want more details, check their policies directly.

Data Security

We care about security just as much as we care about retro gaming. While no website can guarantee 100% safety, we use:

  • HTTPS encryption
  • Secure third-party services
  • Regular monitoring to protect against spam or misuse

Your data is never shared beyond what’s necessary to run the site safely.

Children’s Privacy

ps1bios.online is built for a general audience. We don’t knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you’re a parent/guardian and think your child shared personal details with us, please reach out. We’ll remove it immediately.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have privacy rights such as:

  • Access: You can request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction: You can ask us to fix incorrect details.
  • Deletion: You can ask us to delete your information.
  • Opt-out: You can unsubscribe from emails at any time (if newsletters are offered).

To use these rights, simply contact us via our [Contact Page].

External Links

Our guides sometimes link to other sites (for emulators, tools, or resources). Once you leave ps1bios.online, this Privacy Policy no longer applies.

We recommend checking the privacy policies of any external websites before sharing your information.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect new features, legal requirements, or improvements. The Last Updated date at the top always shows the latest version.

If major updates are made, we’ll make sure visitors are clearly informed.

Contact Us About Privacy

Have questions, concerns, or suggestions about privacy on ps1bios.online? We’d love to hear from you.

Reach out anytime through our [Contact us], and we’ll respond as quickly and clearly as possible.