Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, username, and password
• Optional Information: Country code (for regional features)
• Payment Information: Processed by Stripe (we never store full credit card details)
• User Content: Game statistics, player guesses, report submissions

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Game sessions, features used, pages visited
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• Log Data: IP address, access times, referring URLs
• Cookies: Session cookies, preference cookies, analytics cookies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide the Service: Account management, game functionality, save progress
• Process Payments: Handle subscriptions and billing through Stripe
• Improve the Service: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, develop new features
• Communicate: Send service updates, respond to inquiries, provide support
• Security: Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Analytics: Understand user behavior and improve user experience

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect your data:

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences
• Track analytics and user behavior
• Improve site performance

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics 4 for usage statistics

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

5. Google Analytics 4 Custom Events

We track the following custom events to improve our service:

• Game starts and completions (with performance metrics)
• Feature usage (dashboard, leaderboards, stats)
• User journey milestones (signup, subscription)
• Report submissions (anonymized)

This data is anonymized and used solely for service improvement. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using browser extensions like Google Analytics Opt-out.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in these circumstances:

• Service Providers: Supabase, Stripe, Google Analytics as described above
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS/SSL)
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security audits
• Restricted access to personal data
• Third-party security certifications (Supabase, Stripe)

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Update your account information

8.2 Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time. Contact us through our Contact page with deletion requests.

8.3 Data Export

You can request a copy of your data in a portable format. We will provide this within 30 days of your request.

8.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of promotional emails at any time. Service-related emails (e.g., subscription confirmations) cannot be opted out of while you maintain an account.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

10. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

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

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

Our legal basis for processing: Consent, contract performance, legitimate interests, and legal obligations.

11. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how we use it
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us through our Contact page.

12. Children's Privacy

GuessCentral is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

13. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as:

• Your account is active
• Needed to provide services
• Required for legal or business purposes

After account deletion, we may retain some information for legal compliance, fraud prevention, and dispute resolution.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us