Privacy Policy

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At Chess Roguelike, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website and play CHARK.

Last Updated: January 2024

Effective Date: January 2024

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our site:

  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, clicks, game sessions
  • Technical Data: IP address, cookies, web beacons, log files
  • Performance Data: Page load times, errors, site functionality metrics

Voluntary Information

We may collect information you provide voluntarily:

  • Contact Information: If you contact us directly
  • Feedback: Comments, suggestions, or bug reports you submit
  • Survey Responses: If you participate in optional surveys

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Website Operation: Provide and maintain our chess roguelike gaming platform
  • User Experience: Improve site functionality and game performance
  • Analytics: Understand user behavior and site usage patterns
  • Technical Support: Diagnose and fix technical issues
  • Communication: Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
  • Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect our rights

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analytics Cookies: Provide statistics on site usage

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that collect information:

  • Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis
  • Google AdSense: Advertising services (when applicable)
  • Game Hosting: CHARK game iframe from itch.io

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate our website
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Safety: To protect the safety of our users or the public
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption: HTTPS encryption for data transmission
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information
  • Regular Updates: Keep security measures current
  • Monitoring: Monitor for security threats and breaches

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

Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request information about what data we have about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Cookie Control: Manage cookies through your browser settings
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of non-essential data collection

Children's Privacy

Our chess roguelike website 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 information from a child under 13, we will delete such information immediately.

International Users

If you are visiting from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Posting the new privacy policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Providing notice on our homepage for significant changes

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

  • Website: Contact Form
  • Email: privacy@chessroguelike.com
  • Address: Chess Roguelike Privacy Team