Privacy Policy

Welcome to Progameer! We’re committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your gaming experience is safe and transparent. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website, newsletter, or community platforms.

🔒 1. What We Collect

  • Personal Data:
    • Email address (for newsletters, account sign-ups).
    • Username, gamer tags, or social media handles (if you engage in comments/forums).
    • Payment details (if you make purchases; processed securely via third parties like Stripe/PayPal).
  • Non-Personal Data:
    • Browser type, device info (e.g., PC, console, mobile), and IP address.
    • Cookies (see Section 3) for site functionality, analytics, and ads.
    • Game preferences, engagement metrics (e.g., guides viewed, time spent).

🎯 2. How We Use Your Data

  • To deliver gaming tips, news, and personalized content.
  • To improve site performance, user experience, and game recommendations.
  • To send newsletters (opt-out anytime via the “Unsubscribe” link).
  • To moderate community interactions and prevent abuse.
  • Never for selling your data to third parties.

🍪 3. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to:

  • Remember your login/preferences (e.g., dark mode).
  • Analyze traffic (via tools like Google Analytics) to optimize content.
  • Serve relevant ads (e.g., for new game releases).
    You can disable cookies via browser settings, but some site features may not work.

🤝 4. Third-Party Sharing

We only share data with trusted partners when necessary:

  • Service Providers: Email platforms (e.g., Mailchimp), payment processors, hosting services.
  • Advertising Networks: To display game-related ads (e.g., via Google AdSense).
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law (e.g., court orders).
    We ensure all partners comply with privacy standards.

🌍 5. International Data Transfers

Progameer operates globally. Data may be processed outside your country but is protected under GDPR/CCPA standards.

🛡️ 6. Data Security

We use SSL encryption, firewalls, and regular security audits to protect your data. Despite this, no online transmission is 100% secure—we urge strong password practices!

👶 7. Children’s Privacy

Progameer does not target users under 13. We do not knowingly collect their data. Parents/guardians: Contact us to remove any underage info at privacy@progameer.com.

📝 8. Your Rights

Depending on your location (e.g., EU, California), you may:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • Opt out of marketing/sales of data.
  • Withdraw consent (e.g., cookies).
    Contact us to exercise these rights: privacy@progameer.com.

🔄 9. Policy Updates

We may update this policy as laws or our services evolve. Changes will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date.

❓ 10. Contact Us

Questions? Reach our Data Protection Officer: