1. What We Collect
gamedeck collects the minimum data needed to provide the service:
- Account data: email address, username, display name, and avatar.
- Content data: library entries, reviews, lists, comments, and ratings you create.
- Social data: who you follow and who follows you.
- Usage data: page views, feature usage, and basic analytics to improve product quality.
- Device data: browser type, operating system, and IP address (for security and fraud prevention).
3. Lawful Basis (GDPR)
If you are in the EEA/UK, we process your data under the following bases:
- Contract: processing necessary to provide the Service you signed up for.
- Legitimate interest: analytics, security, and product improvement.
- Consent: optional marketing communications and non-essential cookies.
4. Cookies & Tracking
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies: required for authentication and core functionality.
- Analytics cookies: help us understand how the Service is used (e.g., page views, feature adoption). These are anonymized where possible.
We do not use third-party advertising trackers. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We never sell your personal data. We may share limited data with:
- Infrastructure providers: hosting, database, and email services needed to run gamedeck.
- Analytics tools: anonymized usage data to improve the product.
- Legal obligations: if required by law or to protect the safety of our users.
6. Data Retention
We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law (e.g., fraud prevention logs kept for up to 12 months).
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Export your data in a portable format (JSON).
- Correct inaccurate data via your account settings.
- Delete your account and all associated data.
- Object to processing based on legitimate interest.
- Withdraw consent for optional processing at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, email us at support@gamedeck.com. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Children's Privacy
gamedeck is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as the product evolves. When we make material changes, we will notify you via email or an in-app notice. The "last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
Contact
Questions about privacy? Reach us at support@gamedeck.com.
