Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

KauriArcade ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our social arcade platform.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. By accessing or using our service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms outlined here.

2. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to provide and improve our services:

2.1 Personal Information

When you voluntarily provide it, we may collect:

• Contact information (email address) for account creation
• Username and profile preferences
• Communication preferences

2.2 Technical Information

Automatically collected technical data includes:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and general location data
• Usage statistics and game performance metrics
• Cookie and tracking data (as outlined in our Cookies Policy)

2.3 Gameplay Information

To enhance your experience, we collect:

• Virtual token balances and game progress
• Game preferences and play patterns
• Social interactions within the platform

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Purpose	Legal Basis
Provide and maintain our services	Performance of contract
Improve user experience and game quality	Legitimate interests
Communicate important service updates	Legitimate interests
Prevent fraud and ensure platform security	Legitimate interests
Comply with legal obligations	Legal obligation

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted partners who assist in platform operation (under strict data protection agreements)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Aggregated Data: Non-identifiable, aggregated user data for analytics and research

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Secure server infrastructure

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Account information: Until account deletion request
• Gameplay data: 24 months from last activity
• Technical logs: 12 months
• Communication records: 36 months

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Restriction: Request limitation of data processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information. You can control cookie preferences through our Cookie Settings or your browser settings. For detailed information, please visit our Cookies Policy.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of New Zealand. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Address: KauriArcade, 155 Queen Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 5 business days.