Checkers ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the Checkers website and application (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.
We collect your IP address to determine your country location.
Method: Your IP address is sent to ipapi.co to determine your country code.
Purpose: To display region-specific content (currently special features for users in Kiribati).
Data Retention: Your IP is processed by ipapi.co per their privacy policy. We do not store your IP address.
User Control: You can block this request using a VPN or proxy service.
Consent: By using this Service, you consent to IP-based geolocation checks.
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our Service.
Method: Google Analytics tracking code (ID: G-TLSR2KL9X3) collects the following information:
Purpose: To improve user experience, identify bugs, and understand feature usage.
Data Retention: Google retains this data per their privacy policy, typically 26 months.
User Control Options:
We collect the following information:
We collect the following information about your gameplay:
We receive information from the following sources:
We use collected information for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Provide and improve the game | Account data, game data, analytics | Contract or legitimate interest |
| Region-specific features | Country code from geolocation | Legitimate interest |
| Technical support and debugging | Device information, game data, error logs | Legitimate interest |
| Analytics and user insights | Browser data, game interactions | Legitimate interest |
| Security and fraud prevention | IP address, user behavior patterns | Legitimate interest |
| Marketing and communications | Email, game usage data | Consent (opt-in) |
| Legal compliance | Account data, interaction logs | Legal obligation |
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with the following recipients:
We do not share the following information with third parties:
We implement the following security measures:
No security system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access, hacking, or data breaches.
You have the right to:
You have the right to:
Exceptions: We may retain data needed for legal compliance or fraud prevention.
You have the right to:
We do not use automated decision-making for consequential decisions. Game matching, if available, is transparent and auditable.
Email help@checkers.page with the following information:
We will respond within 30 days or as required by applicable law.
Your data may be transferred to and stored in countries other than your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws. By using this Service, you consent to such transfers.
For EU/UK Users: We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or Adequacy Decisions for transfers.
We use the following types of cookies:
You can control cookies through:
This Service is not intended for users under 13 years old, or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction.
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected such data, we will delete it immediately.
Parents: If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, contact us immediately at help@checkers.page.
This Service may contain links to third-party websites and services, including ipapi.co and Google Analytics. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies directly for more information.
| Data Type | Retention Period | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Account information | Until account deletion | Service provision |
| Game history | Until account deletion | User preference |
| Analytics data | 26 months | Google Analytics default |
| Server logs | 90 days | Security and debugging |
| Cookies | 1 year (session) | User preference and functionality |
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
We do not sell personal information. For requests, email help@checkers.page.
If you are in the European Union, UK, or EEA, you have the right to:
We may update this policy at any time. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use after changes constitutes your acceptance.
For material changes, we will notify you via email or prominent notice on the website.
For privacy questions, data requests, or concerns, email help@checkers.page.
| Right | How to Exercise |
|---|---|
| Access your data | Email privacy request |
| Export your data | Email privacy request |
| Delete your data | Email privacy request or account settings |
| Correct your data | Account settings or email |
| Opt out of analytics | Google Analytics opt-out or browser settings |
| Opt out of geolocation | Use VPN or proxy |
| Opt out of marketing | Unsubscribe link in emails |
| Withdraw consent | Email or account settings |