Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information to provide and improve our services:

Account Information: When you register on GameHypes, we collect your name, email address, and other information you provide during registration.

Usage Information: We collect information about how you interact with our platform, including games you view, searches you perform, and preferences you set.

API Usage Data: For API users, we collect authentication tokens, request patterns, and usage metrics to monitor performance and prevent abuse.

Technical Information: We automatically collect IP addresses, browser type, device information, and other technical data to ensure service security and functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Providing and maintaining our gaming platform and API services
Personalizing your experience and providing game recommendations
Communicating with you about updates, features, and important notices
Analyzing usage patterns to improve our services and develop new features
Preventing fraud, abuse, and ensuring platform security
Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms

3. Information Sharing

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

GameHypes uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect usage data:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality, authentication, and security.

Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences (e.g., theme, language).

Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our platform to improve our services.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of GameHypes.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS/SSL
Secure password hashing and authentication mechanisms
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Access controls and monitoring for suspicious activity
Secure database storage with regular backups

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Retention periods vary based on:

Active Accounts: Data is retained while your account is active
Deleted Accounts: Most data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion
Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations
Analytics Data: Aggregated, anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for analysis

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access

Request a copy of your personal data we hold

Right to Rectification

Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")

Right to Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@gamehypes.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Third-Party Services

GameHypes integrates with third-party services to provide our gaming platform:

Steam: We retrieve game data from Steam's public API. Please review Steam's Privacy Policy for how they handle data.

Steam Data Storage Location: When we store Steam-related data in our systems, it is stored in Belgium. We only retrieve Steam data in response to user actions on our platform (for example, browsing or searching for games).

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

GameHypes is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

For significant changes, we may provide additional notice through email or a prominent notice on our platform.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at contact@gamehypes.com

For GDPR-related inquiries or to exercise your data protection rights, you can also reach our Data Protection Officer at the same email address.

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