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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Joystick Games

Last Updated: [05/04/2025]

1. Introduction

Welcome to Joystick and thank you for playing our games! We respect your privacy rights and recognize the importance of protecting collected information. This Privacy Policy provides clarity about what information we collect, how we use it to enhance your gaming experience, and how you can exercise your privacy rights.

This policy applies when you play our games or otherwise access any of our products, services, content, websites, and/or other domains we operate (collectively, the "Services"). "Joystick" refers to Joystick and its "Affiliates" (subsidiaries, parent companies, joint ventures, and other entities under common ownership). "We" or "Us" may also refer to Joystick.

For questions regarding this policy or Joystick's data practices, contact us as specified in Section 12 ("Contact Us").

By using our Services, you consent to the collection, disclosure, storage, and use of your information as described herein. If you disagree, please discontinue use. We may modify this policy periodically; we encourage regular review for updates.

Table of Contents

  1. Information We Collect and Process
  2. Purposes of Data Collection/Processing/Disclosure
  3. How We Collect Information
  4. How We Use Collected Information
  5. Data Sharing
  6. Exercising Your Rights
  7. Data Deletion
  8. Age Restrictions
  9. Third-Party Sites and Advertisers
  10. Data Security
  11. U.S. Privacy Laws
  12. Contact Us

1. Information We Collect and Process

Joystick collects only necessary information through fair means. Legal basis depends on context and data type.

1.1 Voluntarily Provided Data

  • Consent-based personal data:
    • In-game usernames/passwords
    • Email addresses
    • Profile details (name, social media accounts, age, gender, occupation, profile images/audio)
    • Service communications (chat logs, support tickets)
    • Account recovery information

1.2 Automatically Collected Data

  • Device identifiers
  • Game/platform details
  • IP address (geographic region only)
  • Device specifications (type, OS, language, network carrier)
  • Usage analytics (in-game events, version, playtime)
  • Payment records
  • Performance/crash reports

We use cookies/similar technologies for service delivery, analytics, fraud prevention, and ad personalization. Most browsers accept cookies by default; disabling may limit functionality.

1.3 Third-Party Data

When connecting via social media (e.g., Facebook, Google), we may access:

  • User IDs (e.g., Facebook ID) linked to public profiles
  • Activity logs from connected platforms
  • Data shared by you or the platform

Ad partners may provide install attribution data when you click ads directing to our Services.

2. Data Processing Purposes

  • Security threat detection/prevention
  • Customer support
  • Business/game management
  • Game mechanics/functionality
  • Social feature facilitation
  • Product development/improvement
  • Service maintenance
  • Advertising
  • User acquisition

3. Data Collection Methods

We gather data through:

  • Direct user input
  • Automated game/client transmissions (device specs, location)
  • Server logs (IPs, browser/OS details, clickstream data)
  • Tracking technologies (cookies, beacons, scripts)

Users may control cookie settings via browser preferences.

4. Data Usage

We use information to:

  • Deliver requested services (e.g., account creation)
  • Notify about updates/events
  • Enhance security and troubleshoot issues
  • Personalize marketing/demographic profiles
  • Conduct market research (with third-party data when combined)

Additional uses require explicit consent.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal data but may share:

  • Anonymized/aggregated data with partners
  • Device IDs with ad networks for behavioral ads (listed below)
  • Account details during corporate transactions (mergers/acquisitions)
  • Information when legally compelled

Ad Partners Include:

  • Facebook, AdMob, Unity Ads, IronSource, AppLovin, Amazon, Vungle, and others (links to their policies provided).

6. Your Rights

Request access, corrections, or deletion by emailing virussay77@gmail.com. Include identifying details for verification.

Opt-Out Options:

  • Marketing emails: Unsubscribe via email or game settings
  • Interest-based ads: Adjust device privacy settings (iOS "Limit Ad Tracking"/Android "Opt-Out")
  • In-game offers: Use in-app settings

7. Data Deletion

We anonymize or delete data when:

  • No longer operationally necessary
  • Services terminate
  • Legally required
  • Requested by user/platform (e.g., Meta)

Retention exceptions: Legal/tax obligations, active accounts, or secured archival data.

8. Age Restrictions

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. Minors (under 16) require parental consent.

9. Third-Party Policies

Linked sites/advertisers operate under their own policies. Review their terms directly.

10. Security Measures

We implement:

  • TLS/SSL encryption
  • Restricted data access
  • Regular security audits
  • Partner compliance requirements

11. U.S. Privacy Laws

California/Virginia residents may have additional rights under CCPA/VCDPA.

12. Contact Us

For inquiries or deletion requests:

Note: This policy is binding upon continued Service use. Material changes will be notified 30 days in advance. Archived versions remain available.

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