Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how tilekingdom.io ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our online tile-based gaming platform at tilekingdom.io (the "Service").

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

Contact Information:
Email: tilekingdom.io@gmail.com

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Username/Display Name: The name you choose to display in the game
• Email Address: If you voluntarily include your email address in the feedback field, we store it to follow up on your feedback
• Google Account Information: If you sign in using Google, we collect and store your name and email address as provided by Google to manage your account

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

Server Request Logs: We automatically log all requests sent to our servers, which may include:

• IP addresses
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Timestamps of requests
• Requested URLs and pages
• HTTP response codes
• Referrer information
• User agent strings
• Any other data typically included in web server logs

2.3 Local Storage Data

We use your browser's local storage (not cookies) to store:

• Authentication web tokens
• Game settings and user preferences
• Configuration data

This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless necessary for game functionality.

2.4 Analytics Data (Planned)

We plan to implement Google Analytics to better understand how users interact with our platform. When implemented, this will collect additional usage data as described in Google's Privacy Policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

• To operate and maintain the gaming platform
• To authenticate users and maintain game sessions
• To provide technical support

3.2 Service Improvement

• To analyze server performance and identify technical issues
• To understand user behavior and improve the gaming experience
• To develop new features and functionality

3.3 Legal Compliance

• To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• To respond to legal requests and prevent fraud or abuse

3.4 Planned Commercial Activities

We plan to introduce advertising and premium features in the future. When implemented, we may use your data to:

• Display relevant advertisements
• Provide premium gaming features
• Process payments for premium services

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR): We process your personal data based on our legitimate interest in providing and improving our gaming service, and with your consent where required by law.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

• Amazon Web Services (AWS): Our hosting provider for servers located in Frankfurt, EU
• Google Sign-In: For authentication purposes; when you sign in with Google, your name and email are shared with us by Google
• Google Analytics (Planned): For website analytics and user behavior analysis

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

4.3 Business Transfers

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

4.4 No Data Sales

We do not sell your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure server infrastructure
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Data encryption where appropriate

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

6. Data Retention

• Server Logs: We retain server request logs indefinitely for security, performance monitoring, and service improvement purposes
• Local Storage Data: This data remains on your device until you delete it manually
• User-Provided Data: Your username is retained as long as you use the service
• Email Addresses & Google Account Data: Retained as long as your account exists or until you request deletion

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

7.1 Access and Information

• Right to know what personal data we have about you
• Right to receive information about our data processing activities

7.2 Correction and Deletion

• Right to correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to request deletion of your personal data from our server logs

7.3 Data Portability

• Right to receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format

7.4 Objection and Restriction

• Right to object to or restrict certain types of data processing

7.5 Exercising Your Rights

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

Note: Since our platform does not use traditional user accounts, you can delete locally stored data (web tokens, settings) by clearing your browser's local storage for tilekingdom.io.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service does not have age restrictions, but we are committed to protecting children's privacy. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Our servers are located in Frankfurt, EU (Amazon Web Services). If you access our service from outside the European Union, your data will be transferred to and processed in the EU, which provides adequate data protection under applicable laws.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We do not currently use cookies on our website. We use local storage instead to maintain your game session and preferences. Local storage data remains on your device and is under your control.

When we implement Google Analytics, it may use cookies and similar tracking technologies as described in Google's Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service features. We will notify users of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• For significant changes, providing additional notice via email or prominent website notification

We recommend reviewing this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our data practices.

12. Global Privacy Control and Opt-Out Rights

We respect Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals and similar universal opt-out mechanisms. When we implement advertising features, users will be able to opt out of targeted advertising and data sales through these mechanisms.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: tilekingdom.io@gmail.com

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

14. Jurisdiction and Governing Law

This Privacy Policy and any disputes arising from it will be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where our company will be established. Currently, as an unincorporated project, we operate under EU data protection standards given our server location.

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant privacy legislation.

Last updated: March 18, 2026