Overview

GlobalFolkGames ("we", "us", "our") provides a platform of classic folk games from around the world. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use our website and games, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the service you agree to this policy.

Information we collect

• Account information: when you sign in with your email, we keep the email address and a unique account identifier so we can recognise you and protect your progress and records.
• Game activity: match results, your scores and your in-platform points so you can see your history and take part in competitions.
• Device and usage details: the type of device and browser you use, pages you visit, and general usage patterns, kept so we can run, fix and improve the service.
• Payment information: if you buy a plan, payment details are handled by our secure payment provider. We only record that a payment happened and what it was for; we never store your full card or bank details.

Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar storage technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, and understand how the site is used. Cookies we set are small text files stored on your device. You can delete or block cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work as well without them.

Advertising

We may display advertising to help support the free service. Third-party advertising partners, including Google and its partners, may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalised advertising from Google by visiting Google Ad Settings, and from many other ad networks at www.aboutads.info/choices. Blocking or clearing cookies in your browser also limits personalised advertising.

When you see an ad on this service, the advertising partner collects standard information such as your IP address and browser details under its own privacy policy to decide which ad to show and how often.

Children

Our service is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us and we will delete it promptly.

How we use and share information

We use your information to operate the service, keep your progress and records safe, provide support, improve the platform, and (where consented) send service or promotional messages you can opt out of at any time. We do not sell your personal information. We only share it with the providers that run the service for us (such as hosting, email, analytics and payment providers), when required by law, or in connection with a business transfer. Where providers process data for us, they only use it to provide the service to us.

Security and retention

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information. We keep account and game records for as long as your account is active, and for a reasonable period after to meet legal or support obligations. You can ask us to delete your data as described below.

Your rights and choices

Depending on where you live (including under the GDPR in the EEA/UK and the CCPA in California), you may have the right to access, correct, export or delete your personal information, to object to or restrict certain processing, and to withdraw consent at any time. To exercise any of these rights, contact us with the email you use for the service. We will respond within the time required by law.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "last updated" date above and, where appropriate, notify you. Continued use of the service after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Contact us

Questions about this policy or your data? Email us at GlobalFolkGames@gmail.com. If you are in the EEA/UK you may also contact your local data protection authority at any time.