1. Introduction
Welcome to the Sort Mania Fan Site ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website sortmania.online (the "Service").
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This policy outlines our practices regarding the collection and use of your information.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Data
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Contact us through our contact forms
- Subscribe to our newsletter (if applicable)
- Participate in surveys or contests
- Request customer support
This information may include your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- IP address and general location information
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Device information (mobile, desktop, tablet)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Website Operation: To provide, operate, and maintain our website
- Communication: To respond to your comments, questions, and provide customer service
- Improvement: To understand and analyze how you use our website and improve our services
- Analytics: To monitor website traffic and user behavior for optimization
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security breaches
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use minimal technical cookies and similar tracking technologies necessary for basic website functionality. For detailed information about our cookie practices, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Technical Cookies We Use
Essential Technical Cookies: We use only minimal technical cookies that are strictly necessary for basic website functionality, including:
- Session management and website security
- Cookie consent preferences
- Basic site functionality and navigation
- Protection against spam and malicious attacks
Cloudflare Security Cookies
Third-Party Security Services: Our website is protected by Cloudflare, which may set the following technical cookies:
- __cf_bm: Bot management cookie for security protection (expires in 30 minutes)
- cf_clearance: Security clearance cookie after passing security challenges
- __cfruid: Session identifier for load balancing (session cookie)
These Cloudflare cookies are essential for website security and protection against DDoS attacks and malicious bots. They do not collect personal information for marketing purposes.
Optional Analytics Cookies
Analytics Cookies (Only with Consent): If you consent, we may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website anonymously.
Managing Cookies
Technical and security cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for website functionality and security. You can control optional analytics cookies through our cookie banner or your browser preferences.
For more information about Cloudflare's privacy practices, please visit: Cloudflare Privacy Policy
5. 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 may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, such as:
- Web hosting services
- Cloudflare: Content delivery network and security services
- Analytics providers (only with your consent)
- Email service providers (if you contact us)
Cloudflare: We use Cloudflare as our content delivery network (CDN) and security service. Cloudflare may process your IP address and other technical information to provide security protection and improve website performance. This processing is based on our legitimate interest in website security and performance.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Security Measures
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication measures
- Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:
- Providing our services to you
- Complying with legal obligations
- Resolving disputes
- Enforcing our agreements
When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
General Rights
- Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
GDPR Rights (EU Residents)
If you are a resident of the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
CCPA Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:
- Official Sort Mania game links
- Google Play Store
- Social media platforms
- Other gaming websites
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Children's Privacy
Our website is 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 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.
When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy rights.
12. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites you visit indicating you do not wish to be tracked.
Currently, there is no standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We currently do not respond to DNT browser signals.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law.
When we make changes, we will:
- Post the updated policy on this page
- Update the "Last Updated" date
- Notify you of significant changes (if required by law)
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@sortmania.online
- Website: Contact Form
- Address: Sort Mania Fan Site, c/o sortmania.online
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.
15. Effective Date
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future.
This policy governs our collection and use of your information from the effective date forward.