Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Geo gamer ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you play our game — a challenge where players are dropped into a scene and must guess which video game it comes from. Please read this privacy policy carefully.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Name and email address
• Account credentials (encrypted passwords)
• Profile information you choose to provide (e.g., username, avatar)

2.2 Gameplay Data

To operate and improve the game, we collect:

• Your guesses and answers for each round
• Scores, streaks, and game history
• Time taken to answer each round
• Lobby activity and multiplayer session data

2.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Device information
• Usage patterns and interactions with the Service
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the game experience
• Track scores, leaderboards, and game history
• Manage your account and sessions
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with third-party companies that help us provide the Service, including:

• Cloud hosting providers
• Analytics services
• Customer support tools

4.2 Public Leaderboards

Your username and scores may be displayed publicly on leaderboards within the game. You can update your username at any time from your account settings.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except where we need to retain it for legal compliance.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us atcontact.geogamer@gmail.com.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze usage patterns
• Improve our Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your use of certain features.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to 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 and we will promptly delete that information.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Privacy 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 encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

14. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
• Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to restriction of processing

Our legal basis for processing your data includes: contract performance, legitimate interests, and your consent.

15. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to equal service and price

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.