Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for PlayTheChess.com
Effective Date: March 4, 2025

At PlayTheChess.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”), your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit https://playthechess.com (the “Website”).

By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected):

  • Browser type and version

  • IP address

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Device type

  • General location (e.g., country or city level)

  • Cookies and other tracking technologies

b. Personal Information (Only if voluntarily submitted): We do not require personal information to play or access the Website. However, if you choose to contact us, we may collect:

  • Name (if provided)

  • Email address

  • Message content

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected to:

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Understand how users interact with our site

  • Respond to inquiries or support requests

  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Track site usage for analytics

  • Save basic preferences

  • Improve performance and security

You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that some features may not function correctly without them.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics to analyze traffic and usage patterns. These services may use cookies or tracking technologies to collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites linked from our site.

5. Data Retention

Non-personal data may be retained for analytical purposes. Any personal information voluntarily submitted (e.g., via support email) will be kept only as long as necessary to fulfill your request or as required by law.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or store personal information from anyone under 13.

7. Security

We use standard security measures to protect information from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data

  • Restrict or object to how your data is used

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@playthechess.com.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site means you accept the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 support@playthechess.com

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