Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 08, 2024

Welcome to board-games-online.com ("Website," "we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, safeguard, and store your information when you visit our Website. By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of this Website immediately.

1. Scope and Consent

This Privacy Policy applies to any information we collect or receive through your use of this Website, including any information collected from third parties, where applicable. By using the Website, you expressly consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein. If you do not agree, you must not access or use the Website.

2. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information

We typically do not require you to provide personal information (e.g., your name, email address) to use our Website. However, if you choose to contact us directly (e.g., via email or contact form), we may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as your name and email address.

B. Non-Personal/Technical Information

When you access our Website, certain non-personal information may be collected automatically, including but not limited to:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system and device type
• Pages viewed, time spent, and referring URLs
• General geographic information (e.g., city or country)

This information is not used to identify you personally but to improve our Website’s functionality, content, and user experience.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect and store your preferences and usage patterns. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and gameplay settings
• Understand Website traffic and usage trends
• Deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness

You may set your browser to refuse cookies; however, doing so may limit certain functionalities of our Website.

4. Third-Party Advertising and Analytics

We may partner with third-party advertising networks (e.g., Google AdSense) and analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) to serve ads and analyze Website usage. These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, or other tracking technologies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. They use this information to provide advertisements that may be of interest to you. We do not control these third parties’ tracking technologies or how they use your information, and their practices are governed by their own privacy policies. For more information on opting out of personalized advertising, please see Section 7 below.

5. How We Use Your Information

We may use the collected information for, but not limited to, the following purposes:

• Improving and maintaining the Website’s features and usability
• Responding to inquiries you send to us
• Enhancing user experience by personalizing content and suggestions
• Monitoring and analyzing usage trends and user activities
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, legal obligations, and this Privacy Policy

6. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share non-personal, aggregated, or anonymized data with third parties for various purposes, such as improving our Website or serving advertisements. We will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may disclose information:

• To comply with any applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, in which case your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to the continuation of this Privacy Policy or similar protections

7. Your Choices and Rights

Opt-Out of Personalized Ads: You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative (http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (http://www.aboutads.info/choices/). You can also adjust your ad personalization settings with Google at https://adssettings.google.com/.

Cookie Management: You can control or delete cookies in your browser settings. More information can be found at http://www.allaboutcookies.org/.

8. Data Security

We employ reasonable organizational, technical, and administrative measures to protect the information we collect. However, no method of data transmission or storage is fully secure. By using the Website, you acknowledge and accept these inherent risks. We assume no liability for any unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse of your information.

9. International Data Transfers

If you access the Website from outside the jurisdiction in which it is hosted, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and stored in countries that may not offer the same level of data protection as your home jurisdiction. By using the Website, you expressly consent to such international transfers, if and as applicable.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we may delete such information promptly.

11. External Links and Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to external sites or services that are not operated or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their policies before using their services.

12. Legal Compliance and Jurisdiction

We strive to comply with all applicable data protection and privacy laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant legal frameworks, where applicable. However, users should be aware that legal requirements may differ depending on your location, and by using the Website, you acknowledge and accept that we provide no guarantee of compliance with all international laws. Users should not rely solely on this Privacy Policy to ensure full legal compliance in their jurisdiction.

13. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE WEBSITE AND ALL INFORMATION THEREIN ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE OR THIS PRIVACY POLICY. YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK AND YOU AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD US HARMLESS FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE OR ANY VIOLATION OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after any modifications or updates constitute your acceptance of such changes.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:Email: [Your Contact Email]

By using board-games-online.com, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
• You are bound by the terms and conditions contained herein.
• You assume all risks associated with the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as detailed in this Privacy Policy.
• You release us from any and all liability arising from or related to this Privacy Policy and your use of the Website to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately.