1. Overview & Commitment to Privacy
This Privacy Policy outlines how WebCric Media Network ("WebCric", "we", "our", or "us"), accessible via https://webcric.icu/, collects, handles, and protects information when you access our live cricket streams, scorecard widgets, tournament hubs, and sports articles.
We adhere strictly to the principle of Data Minimization. Unlike subscription broadcasting services, WebCric does not require user accounts, email registration, phone numbers, or credit card details. You can freely access all scores, schedules, and live streaming links anonymously.
We will never ask you to create an account or provide payment information to watch a match. If any third-party pop-up or external ad prompts you to enter credit card details to view a stream, close it immediately—it does not originate from WebCric.
2. Information We Collect Automatically
When you visit WebCric, our web servers and content delivery network (Cloudflare) automatically record non-personally identifiable technical information in standard server log files:
IP addresses are collected solely for DDoS mitigation, regional routing, and rate-limiting abusive scraper bots. IPs are never linked to personal identities.
Operating system, device model, and browser type are processed to deliver compatible video codecs (HLS/HTML5) and responsive styling.
Timestamps, request durations, and referring URLs help us measure server concurrency and optimize playback during high-traffic matches.
Automated threat signals detect malicious crawling, brute-force attempts, and scraper scripts to preserve stream stability for human users.
3. Data Usage Matrix
| Data Type | How It Is Gathered | Operational Purpose | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server Logs | Automated server requests | Bandwidth management and DDoS prevention | Max 30 days (Ephemeral) |
| Aggregated Analytics | Google Analytics / Cloudflare | Audience geographic volume and page performance | Anonymized aggregates only |
| Advertising Identifiers | Third-party ad networks | Serving contextual and non-intrusive ads | Managed by user browser cookies |
| Contact Submissions | Direct email / contact form | Responding to editorial inquiries or DMCA notices | Retained until inquiry resolution |
4. Cookies, Web Beacons & Third-Party Advertising
To keep WebCric 100% free for cricket supporters worldwide, we partner with reputable third-party advertising networks, including Google AdSense and specialized programmatic ad providers.
- Google AdSense & DoubleClick Cookies: Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites on the Internet. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our sites.
- Cookie Management & Opt-Out: You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or through the Network Advertising Initiative.
- Browser Controls: You can configure your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) to reject all cookies or notify you when a cookie is placed. Note that disabling cookies will not affect your ability to view live matches on WebCric.
5. Embedded Media Players & External Third-Party Links
WebCric displays match schedules, live score telemetry, and video feeds that may be served through embedded HTML5 frames or external CDNs.
Please note that clicking external outbound links (such as official cricket board portals or partner platforms) directs you to third-party domains outside of our infrastructure. We do not exercise control over third-party privacy practices and strongly encourage you to review their respective privacy statements.
6. International Privacy Rights (GDPR & CCPA/CPRA)
We respect the privacy rights of users globally and comply with applicable data protection frameworks:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR - EU & UK): European visitors possess the right to access, rectify, or request deletion of any stored log information. Because we collect no personally identifying data, your browsing session remains anonymous.
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA / CPRA - USA): California residents have the right to know what personal categories are collected and to request that their personal information not be sold. WebCric does not sell personal information to data brokers.
7. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Protecting the privacy of young cricket enthusiasts is paramount. WebCric does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information through an email inquiry, please contact us immediately so we can promptly purge the records.
8. Policy Modifications & Updates
We may periodically revise this Privacy Policy to reflect technical infrastructure updates, legal requirements, or new sports tournament features. Any modifications will be posted directly to this page with an updated revision date.