Personal Data Processing Policy

The Site operator maintains a steadfast commitment to the privacy and security of the individuals whose information is processed through https://escapegamesglobalstats.com. This policy outlines the mechanisms by which we collect, utilize, and safeguard personal data related to professional escape room testers and site visitors. By interacting with our platform, you acknowledge the practices detailed within this document.

Information We Collect

Our team collects various categories of data to ensure the accuracy of the global rankings and the functionality of the site. This data is typically categorized into two streams:

1. Voluntarily Provided Data: This includes information submitted via registration forms, profile updates, or contact inquiries. Such data may encompass names, professional aliases, email addresses, and specific performance metrics related to escape room testing.
2. Automatically Gathered Data: When accessing the site, certain technical details are recorded. This includes IP addresses, browser types, device identifiers, and navigation patterns through cookies or similar tracking technologies.

Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data only when there is a legitimate operational necessity. The primary objectives for processing include:

The maintenance and verification of professional tester rankings. To ensure the integrity of the leaderboard, we must process performance data and identity markers to prevent fraudulent entries.

The optimization of the user experience. We analyze how visitors interact with the site to refine the interface and improve the delivery of statistical data.

Communication and support. We use provided contact details to respond to inquiries, provide technical assistance, or notify users of significant updates to their ranking status.

Security and fraud prevention. Monitoring access logs allows the Site administrator to detect malicious activity and protect the platform from unauthorized access.

Legal Basis for Processing

Our team operates under the principle that data processing must be lawful and transparent. We rely on the following justifications for handling your information:

Consent is obtained when a user explicitly agrees to have their statistics published on the public ranking pages.

Contractual necessity applies when data processing is required to fulfill the terms of service agreed upon during account creation.

Legitimate interest is invoked for internal analytics and security measures that do not override the fundamental privacy rights of the user.

Data Sharing and Third-Party Disclosure

The Site operator does not sell personal data to third-party marketers. However, information may be disclosed under the following circumstances:

1. Public Display: Since the core purpose of the site is to provide rankings, certain professional data (such as usernames and scores) are intentionally made public.
2. Service Providers: We may employ third-party vendors for cloud hosting, data analytics, or email delivery. These partners are bound by confidentiality agreements and are permitted to use data only for the specific tasks we assign.
3. Legal Obligations: We may disclose information if required to do so by a competent legal authority to comply with a judicial order or regulatory requirement.

Data Retention and Storage

We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Professional ranking data is typically kept for the duration of the tester's active career or until a request for removal is submitted. Technical logs are purged on a rolling basis once they no longer serve a security or diagnostic purpose.

Our team employs industry-standard encryption and security protocols to protect data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. While no digital transmission is entirely foolproof, we strive to maintain a secure environment for all user information.

User Rights and Control

Regardless of your location, we provide a suite of tools to help you manage your personal information. You may exercise the following rights by contacting the Site administrator:

The right to access a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

The right to rectify inaccurate or incomplete information to ensure your professional ranking is reflected correctly.

The right to request the erasure of your data, subject to certain exceptions where the data is required for legal record-keeping.

The right to object to specific types of processing or to request a restriction on how your data is used.

The right to withdraw consent for the public display of your statistics at any time.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

To enhance the browsing experience on https://escapegamesglobalstats.com, we utilize cookies. These small text files allow us to remember user preferences and analyze traffic patterns. Users may configure their browser settings to refuse cookies; however, doing so may limit the functionality of certain site features, such as persistent login sessions.

Policy Updates

The Site operator reserves the right to modify this policy to reflect changes in our processing practices or to align with evolving data protection standards. Any significant updates will be announced via a notification on the homepage or through direct communication to registered users. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we handle your data.