Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy Effective Date: [Insert Date] Business Name: [Your Full Name / Trading Name] Business Type: Sole Trader Location: United Kingdom This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you access or use my online skill-based gaming platform (“the Service”). By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. 1. Information I Collect When you use the Service, I may collect the following types of personal data: Account Information: Name, username, email address, password Payment Details: Payment processor tokens (e.g. from Stripe, PayPal) – no card details are stored directly Game Activity: Scores, rankings, prize wins, gameplay statistics Device & Log Data: IP address, browser type, device type, time of access Age Verification Info: Date of birth or ID verification (for age-restricted content) 2. How I Use Your Information I use your data to: Provide access to skill-based games and competitions Process payments and distribute prizes Verify your identity and age where required Monitor fair play, prevent fraud, and ensure platform integrity Comply with legal obligations (e.g. tax, anti-fraud regulations) Improve and personalise the Service 3. Lawful Basis for Processing Under the UK GDPR, I rely on the following legal bases: Contractual necessity – to provide the gaming services you sign up for Legal obligation – for accounting, age verification, fraud prevention Legitimate interests – to improve the service, protect users Consent – for optional marketing communications (you can opt out anytime) 4. Data Sharing I do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing. However, I may share necessary data with: Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, PayPal) Service providers (hosting, analytics, anti-fraud tools) Legal authorities – if required by law All third-party services are required to protect your data under appropriate data processing agreements. 5. Data Storage and Retention Your data is stored securely on servers located in the UK or EU. I retain data only for as long as necessary: User accounts: Until deletion or inactivity for 24 months Payment records: 6+ years (for tax and legal purposes) Game data: As needed for platform functionality 6. Your Rights Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to: Access the personal data I hold about you Request correction or deletion of your data Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable) Object to processing or request restriction Data portability (request a copy in a usable format) File a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner's Office) To exercise these rights, contact me at: [Your Email Address] 7. Children’s Privacy This platform is intended for users aged 18 and over. I do not knowingly collect data from minors. If I become aware that data from someone under 18 has been collected, it will be deleted promptly. 8. Security I implement reasonable technical and organisational safeguards to protect your personal data, including encryption, secure server hosting, and fraud monitoring systems. 9. Changes to This Policy This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. I will notify users via email or in-app notice where appropriate. Continued use of the Service indicates your acceptance of the updated policy. 10. Contact Me For questions or data protection requests, contact: Name: [Your Full Name] Email: [Your Email Address] Business Address: [Optional, or registered office if applicable]