Privacy Policy

At The Art Dept, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our social games platform. Please read this policy carefully. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information as outlined below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from users of our Service, including:

1.1 Personal Information

When you register an account, we may collect:

• Your name or username
• Email address
• Age verification details
• Country of residence

1.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you interact with our Service, such as:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Gameplay statistics and preferences

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember user preferences
• Analyze how our Service is used
• Prevent fraud
• Deliver targeted advertisements (where applicable)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Service: Performance of contract
• To notify you about changes: Performance of contract
• To allow you to participate in interactive features: Consent
• To provide customer support: Legitimate interest
• To gather analysis to improve our Service: Legitimate interest
• To monitor usage and detect technical issues: Legitimate interest

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following situations:

3.1 Service Providers

We may employ third-party companies to:

• Facilitate our Service
• Perform related services
• Assist in analyzing how our Service is used

3.2 Legal Requirements

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

3.3 Business Transfers

In connection with any merger, sale, or transfer of company assets, we may transfer your information to the acquiring entity.

4. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, such as:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular security assessments
• Secure server infrastructure

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

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, such as:

• Access and Portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a structured format
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain conditions
• Restriction of Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Object to Processing: Object to specific uses of your data
• Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred and maintained on servers outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. You will be notified of significant changes by posting the updated policy here. Please review this page periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

The Art Dept
Westfield Mall, Toronto, Canada
Email: support@the-art-dept.com
Phone: +1 416 123 4567