Privacy Policy for Shmorky.net
We maintain an unwavering dedication to protecting and preserving all personal data provided by our website visitors and service users, implementing robust and comprehensive security measures throughout our services and operations.
This policy applies where we are acting as a data controller with respect to the personal data of our website visitors and service users; in other words, where we determine the purposes and means of the processing of that personal data. In this role, we are responsible for ensuring the proper handling, processing, and protection of all personal data submitted through our website.
We may process usage data (“usage data”), which comprehensively includes browser type, operating system, page views, navigation paths, timing and frequency of visits, device information, and interaction patterns. This information is collected through server logs, cookies, and analytics tools and may include session duration, features accessed, and gaming preferences. The source of this data is our analytics software and server monitoring systems. We process this information for several important purposes, including improving website performance, enhancing user experience, analyzing gaming trends, and optimizing content delivery, which enables us to personalize user experiences, identify technical issues, and enhance platform functionality. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interests in monitoring and improving our website and services.
We may process account data (“account data”), which comprehensively includes email address, username, password hash, account preferences, registration date, and account status. This information is collected through registration forms, account updates, and user preferences and may include communication preferences, notification settings, and gaming profiles. The source of this data is direct user input during account creation and management. We process this information for managing user accounts, providing access to services, maintaining security, and facilitating user authentication, which enables us to deliver personalized services, protect user accounts, and maintain platform integrity. The legal basis for this processing is the performance of a contract between you and us and/or taking steps, at your request, to enter into such a contract.
We may process profile data (“profile data”), which comprehensively includes display name, avatar, bio, gaming preferences, achievements, and social connections. This information is collected through profile creation, updates, and gaming activity and may include gaming history, friend lists, and content preferences. The source of this data is user-provided information and automated gaming activity tracking. We process this information for enabling social features, personalizing content recommendations, tracking achievements, and facilitating user interactions, which enables us to create engaging gaming experiences, foster community connections, and provide relevant content suggestions. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interests in operating and improving our gaming platform.
Your Rights:
Right to Access
You have the right to access your personal data, which means you can request and receive a comprehensive copy of all personal information we hold about you. This includes the ability to verify the data we process, understand how we use it, and confirm its accuracy. To exercise this right, you can submit a formal request through our contact email at [email protected], clearly stating your desire to access your personal data. We will respond within 30 days and may require government-issued identification, proof of address, and account verification to verify your identity.
Right to Rectification
You have the right to rectification, which means you can request corrections or updates to any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you. This includes the ability to update contact information, correct profile details, and modify account preferences. To exercise this right, you can either use our account settings interface or contact us directly through [email protected] with specific correction requests. We will respond within 15 days and may require account password verification, email confirmation, and specific detail validation to verify your identity.
Right to Erasure
You have the right to erasure, also known as the right to be forgotten, which means you can request the deletion of your personal data from our systems when there is no compelling reason for its continued processing. This includes the ability to delete your account, remove profile information, and erase usage history. To exercise this right, you can submit a deletion request through [email protected] with “Data Erasure Request” in the subject line. We will respond within 30 days and may require account credentials, email verification, and written confirmation to verify your identity.
Right to Restrict Processing
You have the right to restrict processing, which means you can limit the way we use your personal data when you have particular reasons for wanting to constrain our processing. This includes the ability to temporarily suspend data processing, limit data usage for specific purposes, and pause promotional communications. To exercise this right, you can submit a processing restriction request through [email protected]. We will respond within 15 days and may require account ownership proof, identity verification, and specific processing restriction details to verify your identity.
Right to Data Portability
You have the right to data portability, which means you can obtain and reuse your personal data for your own purposes across different services in a safe and secure way. This includes the ability to receive your data in a structured format, transfer data between platforms, and download your information. To exercise this right, you can request your data through [email protected], specifying the desired format and scope of data. We will respond within 30 days and may require two-factor authentication, account verification, and identity confirmation to verify your identity.Data Processing and Security Measures
Data Types and Processing
We process Service Data which includes user profiles, game preferences, achievements, and gameplay statistics. This processing involves automated collection, analysis, and storage, enabling us to provide personalized gaming experiences and track progress. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes leaderboard positions, completion rates, and player rankings. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interest and contractual necessity, specifically to deliver our core gaming services and maintain fair gameplay.
We process Technical Data which includes device information, IP addresses, browser types, and system logs. This processing involves automated collection and analysis, enabling us to optimize site performance and ensure compatibility. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes frame rates, latency measurements, and graphics settings. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interest, specifically to maintain service quality and security.
We process Communication Data which includes messages, forum posts, and support tickets. This processing involves storage, moderation, and analysis, enabling us to facilitate community interaction and provide support. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes chat logs, bug reports, and feature requests. The legal basis for this processing is consent and legitimate interest, specifically to maintain community standards and respond to user needs.
We process Transaction Data which includes purchase history, payment details, and subscription status. This processing involves secure storage and verification, enabling us to process payments and maintain service access. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes in-game purchases, premium subscriptions, and refund processing. The legal basis for this processing is contractual necessity and legal obligation, specifically to fulfill purchases and comply with financial regulations.
We process Preference Data which includes settings, customizations, and content preferences. This processing involves storage and application, enabling us to personalize user experience and save configurations. For example, in the context of gaming, this includes control schemes, audio settings, and interface customizations. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interest, specifically to enhance user experience and maintain user preferences.
Security Implementation
Our comprehensive encryption protocols ensure end-to-end protection of your data, incorporating industry-standard algorithms and regular security updates to maintain data integrity. This includes regular security assessments and penetration testing by qualified professionals.
We implement multi-layered security infrastructure, including advanced firewalls and intrusion detection systems that continuously monitor for and prevent unauthorized access attempts. This infrastructure undergoes regular updates and enhancements.
Access to personal data is strictly controlled through role-based permissions, multi-factor authentication, and detailed access logs. We maintain comprehensive audit trails of all data access and modifications.
Our continuous monitoring systems provide real-time threat detection and automated response protocols, ensuring immediate action against potential security threats.
We maintain comprehensive backup procedures with encrypted offsite storage and regular recovery testing, ensuring data availability and integrity.
All staff undergo regular security awareness training and must comply with detailed data protection protocols, including specific training for handling sensitive data.
International Data Transfers
We may transfer your personal data to countries outside your jurisdiction. These transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses, Binding Corporate Rules, and Privacy Shield certifications. Each international transfer is conducted under strict protocols that ensure:
– Adequate data protection standards
– Compliant processing procedures
– Enforceable data subject rights
– Effective legal remedies
International transfers are protected by ISO 27001, GDPR, and CCPA standards, ensuring compliance with global privacy regulations. We implement additional measures including:
– Regular compliance audits
– Data protection impact assessments
– Documented transfer mechanisms
– Continuous monitoring procedures
Regarding international transfers, you maintain specific rights including:
– Right to information about transfers
– Right to object to transfers
– Right to withdraw consent
– Right to data protection guarantees
Data Retention
We maintain specific retention periods for different data categories:
Account Information: Retained for the duration of account activity plus 24 months to facilitate account recovery and service improvement
Usage Data: Kept for 12 months to analyze usage patterns and improve services
Transaction Records: Maintained for 7 years to comply with financial regulations
Communication History: Stored for 24 months to handle disputes and maintain service quality
Technical Logs: Retained for 6 months to ensure system security and performance
These retention periods are determined by:
– Legal requirements
– Business purposes
– Technical necessities
– User preferences
Special circumstances affecting retention:
– Legal obligations
– Dispute resolution
– Security investigationsCookie Policy for Shmorky.net
Essential cookies are fundamental to website functionality. These cookies manage user authentication, maintain secure browsing sessions, and ensure proper site operations. We use them specifically for user login states, protecting against unauthorized access, managing active gaming sessions, maintaining basic site functionality, and ensuring technical stability across our gaming platform. For example, these cookies store your encrypted session ID while navigating between different game areas on Shmorky.net.
Functional cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences. They enable personalized settings such as your preferred language for game interfaces, region-specific content delivery, customized user interface layouts, gaming feature optimization, and saved preferences for future visits. These cookies remember your chosen display settings, game difficulty levels, and interface customizations.
Analytics cookies help us understand user behavior. They collect information about how you interact with different game pages, your navigation patterns through our content, which gaming features you use most frequently, how long you spend in different sections, and your general preferences. This helps us optimize our gaming content and user experience.
Performance cookies assess and improve website operation by continuously monitoring site speed, identifying and resolving technical issues, optimizing content delivery for smooth gameplay, analyzing user experience metrics, and tracking system performance. These cookies ensure our gaming platform runs efficiently and responsively.
Cookie Management
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, our cookie consent tool, privacy preferences center, and account settings. We provide clear options to manage your cookie choices at any time.
GDPR Compliance
For EU residents, we ensure explicit consent mechanisms before setting non-essential cookies, minimize data collection to what’s necessary, limit data use to specified purposes, implement appropriate storage limitations, and maintain complete transparency in our data processing activities.
CCPA Compliance
California residents have additional rights including knowing about personal information collected, requesting deletion of personal data, opting out of data sales, receiving equal service regardless of privacy choices, and accessing their collected information.
COPPA Compliance
Regarding users under 13, we implement strict age verification requirements, require parental consent for data collection, limit data collection to essential information only, maintain special protection measures for young users’ data, and provide parental access rights to review and manage their child’s information.
Updates and Changes
Policy updates involve regular review procedures, direct user notifications of significant changes, consent renewal when required by law, clear documentation of all modifications, and continuous compliance monitoring with current regulations.
Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries:
Primary Contact: [email protected]
Response Time: Within 48 hours
Verification Required: For data-related requests
Available Support: Privacy concerns, data requests, rights exercise
This policy was created specifically for shmorky.net and covers all associated services within the gaming industry.