Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Pop Games Hub ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

Create an account or register for our services
Sign in using Google OAuth authentication
Rate or favorite games
Contact us for support or inquiries

This information may include:

Name and email address (from Google OAuth)
Profile picture (from Google OAuth)
Game preferences and favorites
Game ratings and reviews
Play history and session data

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

IP address and location information
Browser type and version
Device information and screen resolution
Pages visited and time spent on our site
Referring website information
Game play statistics and preferences

Data Processing and Storage

Supabase Integration

We use Supabase as our primary data processing and storage provider. Supabase acts as a data processor on our behalf and provides:

Secure PostgreSQL database hosting
User authentication and authorization services
Real-time data synchronization
Data backup and recovery services

Your data is stored on Supabase's secure servers, which are located in various regions worldwide. Supabase maintains SOC 2 Type II compliance and implements industry-standard security measures to protect your data.

For more information about Supabase's data practices, please review their privacy policy at https://supabase.com/privacy

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 encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, and regular security audits.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain our gaming services
To authenticate users and manage accounts
To personalize your gaming experience and provide recommendations
To track game preferences and play history
To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
To communicate with you about updates and support
To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics collects information such as:

Pages visited and time spent on each page
User interactions and events
Device and browser information
Geographic location (country/city level)

This information is used to understand how users interact with our website and to improve our services. Google Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

Remember your login status and preferences
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
Provide personalized content and recommendations
Ensure website security and prevent fraud

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security
Authentication Cookies: Used by Supabase to maintain your login session
Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics to collect usage statistics
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We share information with trusted service providers (like Supabase and Google) who assist us in operating our website and providing services
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred

All third-party service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

Your Rights and Choices

GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
Right to Object: Object to certain types of data processing
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know: Request information about data collection and use
Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

Exercising Your Rights

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

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

Account information is retained until you delete your account
Game preferences and history are retained to provide personalized experiences
Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics retention settings
Legal and security logs may be retained for up to 7 years

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country.

When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, including standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated policy on our website
Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Sending you an email notification for significant changes

Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.