Privacy & Cookie Policy

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Effective Date: [Insert Date] Last Updated: [Insert Date]

This privacy and cookie policy applies to services offered by Gopher Games Ltd, a UK-based game studio (“we”, “us”, “our”) including websites, games, community channels, and blockchain-integrated features like NFTs.


1. Who We Are

Gopher Games Ltd Company No: [Insert] Registered Address: [Insert] Email: [email protected] Data Protection Lead: [Insert Name if applicable]


2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal data:

Type
Description

Identity Data

Name, username, Discord handle

Contact Data

Email, mailing address

Wallet Data

Public wallet address

Transaction Data

NFT and game-related transactions

Usage Data

Website/game usage, interactions

Technical Data

IP address, browser info, device data

Marketing Data

Preferences for updates and newsletters


3. How We Collect Data

  • When you browse our website or play our games

  • When you join our Discord or email list

  • When you mint NFTs or buy game content

  • Through cookies and analytics tools


4. How and Why We Use Your Data

Purpose
Legal Basis

Account setup and communication

Contract

NFT minting & wallet connection

Contract

Game development feedback

Legitimate Interest

Sending updates and promos

Consent

Analytics and service improvement

Legitimate Interest

Legal or tax obligations

Legal Duty


5. How Long We Keep Your Data

Type of Data
Retention Period

Email and contact info

24 months inactive or until opt-out

Wallet addresses

While services are used

Legal records

6 years

Analytics & cookies

12 months


6. Sharing Your Data

We may share data with:

  • Payment providers (e.g., Stripe)

  • Web hosts, email tools (e.g., Mailchimp)

  • Cloud analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Legal authorities if required

We do not sell your data.


7. International Transfers

If your data is processed outside the UK (e.g., Discord servers or US-based tools), we use:

  • UK-approved adequacy decisions, or

  • Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure compliance.


8. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You can:

  • Access and correct your data

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Object to marketing

  • Withdraw consent

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with the ICO

To exercise these rights, contact: [email protected]


9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13. If a minor has shared data, contact us immediately so we can delete it.


What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide functionality, remember preferences, and measure site performance.


Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type
Purpose

Essential

Enables core site features like wallet connection and page navigation

Analytics

Helps us understand how users interact with the site (e.g., Google Analytics)

Functional

Remembers preferences like language and layout

Marketing

(If used) Supports promotions or referral tracking via third-party services


Managing Cookies

You can:

  • Accept or reject cookies via the banner when you first visit

  • Modify your browser settings to block all or some cookies

  • Delete existing cookies from your browser at any time

Note: Disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.


We retain cookie data for up to 12 months unless deleted earlier via your browser or cookie preferences.


11. Changes to This Policy

We review this policy regularly and will update it as needed. Major updates will be communicated via our site or community.


12. Contact Us

📧 Email: [email protected] 📮 Address: [Insert Physical Office Address]

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