Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Waffle Game Ireland. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our word puzzle game service at wordwaffle.org.

2. Data Controller

Waffle Game Ireland

Location: Ireland

Email: privacy@wordwaffle.org

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Automatically Collected Information

• Game statistics and progress (stored locally in your browser)
• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, game interactions)
• IP address and approximate location (country/city level)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3.2 Information You Provide

• Feedback or support requests you submit
• Email address (if you subscribe to updates)

4. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain the game service
• To save your game progress and statistics
• To analyze usage patterns and improve the game
• To detect and prevent technical issues
• To comply with legal obligations
• To send updates (only with your consent)

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

• Legitimate Interest: To operate and improve our game service
• Consent: For cookies and marketing communications
• Legal Obligation: To comply with Irish and EU laws

6. Data Storage and Security

Most of your game data is stored locally in your browser using localStorage. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/SSL)
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Data minimization practices

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

As an Irish/EU resident, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@wordwaffle.org

8. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience. See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

9. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for analytics and advertising:

• Google Analytics (with IP anonymization)
• Advertising partners (with consent)

10. International Data Transfers

Your data is primarily processed within the EU/EEA. Any transfers outside the EU are protected by appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

11. Children's Privacy

Our service is suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without parental consent.

12. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Game statistics stored locally remain until you clear your browser data.

13. Contact & Complaints

For privacy concerns, contact: privacy@wordwaffle.org

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) in Ireland at www.dataprotection.ie

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.