1. Introduction

Board Game Studios ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you use our services, including our website and games.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, such as:

  • Account registration data (name, email address)
  • Game progress and in-game preferences
  • Communications you send us
  • Beta and playtest signup information

We also collect certain technical data automatically, including:

  • IP address and approximate location
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and session duration
  • Device type and operating system

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Operate and improve our games and services
  • Process beta and playtest applications
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Send service-related communications (never marketing without consent)
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve the user experience

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with service providers who help operate our services (hosting, analytics), subject to confidentiality agreements. We may disclose data when required by law.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide services or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict processing of your data
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies to operate the site (session management, CSRF protection). We do not use third-party tracking or advertising cookies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Contact

For privacy-related requests or questions, contact us via our contact page.