Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to FrontWars, the ultimate multiplayer strategy game experience. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (frontwars.xyz) and interact with our services.

At FrontWars, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws.

By using FrontWars, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you interact with FrontWars, we may collect the following personal information:

• Email Address: When you contact us for support or subscribe to newsletters
• Username: If you create an account or participate in our community
• IP Address: Automatically collected for security and analytics purposes
• Geolocation Data: Approximate location based on IP address for regional content optimization

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use our website:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Game session duration and performance metrics
• Browser type and version
• Operating system information
• Device type and unique device identifiers
• Referral source and search terms used

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use various tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior (Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads (Google AdSense)
• Performance Cookies: Monitor and improve website performance

Game-Related Data

When you play FrontWars, we collect:

• Game statistics and achievements
• Strategic gameplay patterns (anonymized)
• Connection quality and latency data
• Error reports and crash data

3. How We Collect Information

Direct Collection

We collect information directly when you:

• Visit our website and interact with our content
• Contact us through our contact form or email
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
• Participate in community features or forums

Automated Collection

Information is collected automatically through:

• Cookies: Small text files stored on your device
• Web Beacons: Electronic images used to track interactions
• Analytics Tools: Google Analytics and similar services
• Server Logs: Standard web server logging information

Third-Party Collection

We may receive information from third-party services, including:

• Payment processors (for future premium features)
• Social media platforms when you interact with our content
• Advertising networks for ad optimization
• Analytics providers for aggregated user insights

4. How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the FrontWars gaming experience
• Process your requests and respond to inquiries
• Personalize your gaming experience
• Manage your account and preferences

Website Improvement

Your data helps us:

• Analyze user behavior to improve game features
• Optimize website performance and loading times
• Identify and fix technical issues
• Develop new features and content

Marketing and Communications

With your consent, we may use your information to:

• Send newsletters about game updates and events
• Provide information about new features
• Share special offers or promotions
• Conduct surveys to improve our services

Legal and Safety

We use information to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Ensure platform security
• Enforce our Terms of Service

5. Information Sharing

At FrontWars, we value your privacy and do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website:

• Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis
• Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements
• Cloud Hosting Providers: For website infrastructure
• Email Service Providers: For sending newsletters

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to:

• Comply with laws, regulations, or court orders
• Respond to legal process or government requests
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or investigate illegal activity

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets:

• Your information may be transferred as part of the transaction
• We will ensure the new owner respects this privacy policy
• You will be notified of any material change

6. Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide a better experience. Here's how we use different types of cookies:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function:

• Maintain your session state
• Remember your preferences
• Enable security features
• Cannot be disabled

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site:

• Track visitor numbers and behavior
• Measure website performance
• Identify popular content
• Google Analytics implementation

Advertising Cookies

Used to display relevant advertisements:

• Track ad performance
• Personalize ad content
• Limit ad frequency
• Google AdSense integration

Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

• Browser Settings: Configure your browser to accept or reject cookies
• Cookie Preferences: Use our cookie consent tool to manage preferences
• Opt-Out: Visit Google's Ads Settings to opt out of personalized ads
• Delete Cookies: Clear cookies from your browser at any time

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the following rights:

Right to Access

You can request:

• A copy of your personal data
• Information about how we use your data
• Details of third parties we share your data with

Right to Rectification

You may request:

• Correction of inaccurate personal data
• Completion of incomplete information

Right to Erasure

You can request deletion of your personal data when:

• It's no longer necessary for our purposes
• You withdraw consent
• We unlawfully processed the data

Right to Data Portability

You can request:

• Your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Transfer of data to another service provider

Right to Object

You can object to:

• Processing of your personal data
• Direct marketing communications

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@frontwars.xyz
• Response time: Within 30 days
• No charge for reasonable requests

8. Data Security

Security Measures

We implement multiple layers of security to protect your information:

• Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information
• Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments
• Staff Training: Privacy and security awareness training
• Secure Servers: Reputable hosting providers

Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary:

• Active Accounts: While you use our services
• Analytics Data: Typically 26 months (Google Analytics standard)
• Email Communications: Until you unsubscribe
• Legal Requirements: As required by applicable law

Data Deletion

When we delete your information:

• We use secure deletion methods
• Backups are deleted according to retention schedules
• Anonymous data may be retained for analytics

9. Children's Privacy

FrontWars is committed to protecting children's privacy online:

Age Restrictions

• Our services are not directed to children under 13
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• If we discover such collection, we will delete it immediately

Parental Controls

Parents and guardians can:

• Monitor their children's online activities
• Use parental control software
• Review privacy settings on devices and browsers

Reporting

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13:

• Please contact us immediately at privacy@frontwars.xyz
• We will investigate and take appropriate action
• The information will be promptly deleted

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred internationally:

Transfer Mechanisms

• EU-US Data Privacy Framework: For transfers from the EU to the US
• Standard Contractual Clauses: For other international transfers
• Adequacy Decisions: To countries recognized by the EU as having adequate protection

Third-Country Transfers

When transferring data outside the EEA:

• We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place
• Your rights remain protected
• Additional security measures may be implemented

11. Policy Updates

Notification Process

We will notify you of significant changes:

• Website Notice: Prominent notice on our website
• Email Notification: For registered users
• In-Game Notice: For major changes affecting gameplay

Types of Changes

Updates may include:

• Changes in data collection practices
• New services or features
• Legal requirement updates
• Security improvements

Review Date

This privacy policy is reviewed annually or as needed to ensure:

• Compliance with changing regulations
• Accuracy of our practices
• Transparency with our users

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: