Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 18, 2026

1. Overview

Effort Games (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects and processes personal information to operate, maintain, and improve our games platform and related services (the “Services”).

By using the Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

• Username
• Email address
• Password (stored in hashed form)
• Authentication data from third-party sign-in providers (e.g., OAuth identifiers, tokens where applicable)

b. Automatically Collected Information

• IP address
• Device and browser information
• Log data (e.g., access times, actions taken, game sessions)
• Internal user identifiers

This data is used for operating the Services, debugging, preventing abuse, and improving performance.

c. Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics to collect aggregated, anonymized usage data (e.g., page views, feature usage). This data does not directly identify individual users.

3. How We Use Information

• Provide and maintain the Services
• Authenticate users and manage accounts
• Operate multiplayer and backend systems
• Monitor performance and diagnose issues
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Improve features and user experience

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain user sessions and authentication
• Store necessary preferences

These cookies are essential for the Services to function and are not used for advertising.

Third-party services (such as Google Analytics) may use their own cookies. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may impact functionality.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide the Services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including maintaining your account.

• Account data is retained while your account is active
• You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time
• Some data (e.g., logs) may be retained for a limited period for security, legal, or operational purposes

We do not retain personal data indefinitely without purpose.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

We may share data only in the following cases:

• With service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) strictly to operate the Services
• To comply with legal obligations (e.g., court orders, lawful requests)
• To protect the rights, safety, and integrity of the Services or users

Google Analytics data is handled in accordance with Google’s privacy policies.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption in transit (HTTPS)
• Secure storage practices
• Password hashing

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

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

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent where applicable

You can request account deletion and data removal through the Effort Games website.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Services are not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, it will be deleted.

10. International Users

Your information may be processed and stored in countries outside your jurisdiction, including where our servers are located. By using the Services, you consent to this transfer.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

If you have an account with an associated email, we may notify you of material changes via email.

12. Contact

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us through the Effort Games website.