Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 29, 2025

Introduction

Classic Snake ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information when you use our browser-based snake game service.

We comply with applicable privacy laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other regional privacy regulations. By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

  • Game Performance Data: Scores, game duration, completion status, and gameplay patterns
  • Technical Information: Browser type and version, device type, screen resolution, operating system, and IP address (anonymized)
  • Usage Analytics: Pages visited, time spent on site, user interactions, and navigation patterns
  • Location Data: Approximate geographic location (country/region level) derived from IP address for compliance and localization purposes

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality, game state management, and user preferences
  • Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics cookies for understanding user behavior and improving our service
  • Performance Cookies: Help optimize game performance and loading times

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to analyze how users interact with our game and improve the user experience. Google Analytics collects and processes data according to Google's privacy policy.

  • Data Collected: Page views, session duration, user engagement, demographics (when available), and custom game events
  • Cookies Used: _ga, _ga_[MEASUREMENT_ID], _gid, and other Google Analytics cookies
  • Data Processing: Google processes this data in accordance with their Data Processing Amendment
  • IP Anonymization: We have enabled IP anonymization to enhance privacy protection
  • Data Retention: Analytics data is automatically deleted after 26 months
  • Enhanced Ecommerce: We do not use ecommerce tracking as our game is free

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by managing your cookie preferences through our consent banner.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for legitimate business purposes including:

  • Service Provision: Operate and maintain the game, including leaderboards and score tracking
  • Performance Optimization: Analyze gameplay patterns to improve game mechanics and user experience
  • Technical Maintenance: Monitor system performance, identify bugs, and ensure service reliability
  • Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
  • Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and respond to lawful requests
  • Analytics and Research: Generate insights about user behavior to enhance our service

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the EU/EEA/UK, we process personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Legitimate Interests: Game operation, performance optimization, and security (Article 6(1)(f))
  • Consent: Analytics cookies and non-essential tracking (Article 6(1)(a))
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws (Article 6(1)(c))

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We share information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Google Analytics, hosting providers (Vercel), and database services (Upstash Redis) who process data on our behalf under strict contractual obligations
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Safety and Security: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to users)

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence, including the United States where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

  • Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with adequate data protection as determined by relevant authorities
  • Standard Contractual Clauses: EU-approved contractual protections for data transfers
  • Certification Programs: Service providers certified under recognized privacy frameworks

Your Privacy Rights

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

Universal Rights

  • Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal limitations)
  • Opt-out: Opt out of analytics tracking and non-essential cookies

GDPR Rights (EU/EEA/UK)

  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing based on consent
  • Lodge Complaints: File complaints with your local data protection authority

CCPA Rights (California)

  • Know: Right to know what personal information is collected and how it's used
  • Delete: Right to request deletion of personal information
  • Opt-out: Right to opt out of sale (we don't sell personal information)
  • Non-discrimination: Right to equal service regardless of privacy choices

Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

  • Game Data: Leaderboard scores and gameplay data retained for 35 days for active leaderboards
  • Analytics Data: Google Analytics data automatically deleted after 26 months
  • Technical Logs: Server and error logs retained for 90 days for security and debugging
  • Cookie Data: Varies by cookie type, typically 1-2 years for analytics cookies

Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to remove such information and terminate the child's access if necessary.

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption: Data in transit is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Updates: Security patches and updates applied regularly
  • Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities
  • Incident Response: Procedures in place to respond to security incidents

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookie Management

You can control cookies through various methods:

  • Consent Banner: Use our cookie consent banner to manage preferences
  • Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block or delete cookies
  • Opt-out Tools: Use Google Analytics opt-out tools
  • Do Not Track: We respect Do Not Track signals where technically feasible

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Providing prominent notice on our website for significant changes
  • Sending email notifications for substantial changes (if we have your email)

Your continued use of our service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your privacy rights, or need assistance with privacy-related matters, please contact us. We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and in accordance with applicable laws.

For EU/EEA/UK residents, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority if you believe our processing of your personal data violates applicable law.

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