1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you create an account or use our Service, we may collect:
- Email address
- Username and display name
- Profile information you choose to provide
- Game scores and statistics
- Country/location data for leaderboards
- IP address for security purposes
Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, features used)
- IP address and approximate location
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our Service
- Create and manage your account
- Track your game progress and statistics
- Display country-specific leaderboards
- Improve our Service and develop new features
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
- Send you important updates about the Service
3. Data Retention
We retain all user data indefinitely for the following purposes:
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Security: To maintain security logs and prevent fraud
- Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our Service
- Account Recovery: To help users recover lost accounts
- Dispute Resolution: To resolve any disputes or claims
This means your data will be stored permanently unless you specifically request deletion, and even then, we may retain certain data as required by law.
4. Location Tracking
We track your approximate location (country/region) for the following purposes:
- Country Leaderboards: To display regional rankings and competitions
- Content Localization: To provide region-appropriate content
- Analytics: To understand our global user base
- Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity
We do not collect precise GPS coordinates or street-level location data.
5. IP Address Collection
We collect and store IP addresses for the following security purposes:
- Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent account takeovers
- Security Monitoring: To identify suspicious activity
- Rate Limiting: To prevent abuse of our Service
- Geographic Analysis: To understand user distribution
- Legal Compliance: To comply with law enforcement requests when legally required
6. Information Sharing
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate our Service
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- Consent: When you have given us explicit consent
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure data centers and infrastructure
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Services
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
11. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to access your data
- Right to correct inaccurate data
- Right to delete your data (subject to legal requirements)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We are not obligated to notify you of changes to this policy. Your continued use of the Service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our website or at the contact information provided in our About page.