PRIVACY POLICY

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Welcome to SmokeSpot Games, LLC Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy was last updated on June 18, 2025.

 

We appreciate your trust in our products and services. To provide you with great games and make them better, SmokeSpot Games, LLC (“SmokeSpot Games”) will collect both personal information and non-personal information (collectively, "Information") and act as the data controller regarding your personal information. We take care of how your Information is processed and used in full compliance with applicable privacy regulations, including the GDPR, CCPA, COPPA, and others.

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SmokeSpot Games operates as a dedicated developer and publisher, committed to delivering immersive and enjoyable gaming experiences. The company’s mission is deeply rooted in fostering a secure and engaging environment for all players, recognizing that a safe community is fundamental to the enjoyment of its services. This commitment extends beyond gameplay to encompass the conscientious handling of user data, reflecting a holistic approach to player well-being and trust.

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This Privacy Policy:

• Explains how SmokeSpot Games collects, stores, uses, and transfers or discloses your Information.

• Applies to all SmokeSpot Games websites, products, and services (collectively, "Products" or "Services").

 

SmokeSpot Games reserves the right to change this Privacy Policy at any time by posting a modified version online at https://www.smokespotgames.com/privacy-policy, so please review it frequently to ensure you are aware of any changes. If we make a material change to this Privacy Policy, we will provide appropriate notice in accordance with legal requirements. Your continued use of the Services after changes constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the revised policy.

 

Your use of any SmokeSpot Games Service is subject to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service. If you have any concerns about providing Information to us or how that Information is used, please do not use our Services.

 

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Scope

 

This Privacy Policy applies to all SmokeSpot Games websites, mobile apps, games, and online services.

 

This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, platforms, or systems that may be linked to or integrated with our Services. Those third-party services have their own privacy policies, and SmokeSpot Games is not responsible for their privacy or security practices.

 

 

Information We Collect and How We Use It

 

We collect certain information when you use our services, including when you interact with third-party services. This includes information you provide to us, information we collect automatically, and information we receive from other sources. We collect personal and non-personal Information from you and third-party sources. This includes:

• Account Information: Username, password, email, phone number, date of birth, and in some cases, age verification or additional identifying data.

• Content You Create: Messages, posts, emojis, files, profile info, custom avatars, shared media, and server-related content.

• Payment Information: Provided through processors like Stripe and PayPal, which may include full name, billing address, and limited transaction metadata.

• Information from Your Actions: Friend lists, user/bot interactions, gameplay data, purchase history, moderation actions, and role activity.

• Optional Features Data: Information from connected third-party accounts (e.g., music streaming, contact syncing), granted through user permissions.

• Additional Direct Submissions: Survey responses, support queries, or feedback submitted through in-game forms or support systems.

• Automatically Collected Data: Device details (IP, OS, browser), log data (pages visited, actions taken), event tracking, referral data, and analytics.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Used to improve service delivery, measure performance, and support user preferences.

• Information from Other Sources: Including social media interactions, referral traffic, and data shared by other users or partners.

 

We use this Information to:

• Operate and improve the Services

• Authenticate accounts and personalize content

• Process payments and fulfill orders

• Prevent fraud and enforce community safety rules

• Comply with legal obligations

• Deliver marketing and service communications (where permitted by law)

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User Data Responsibility

 

We may store and back up Information as part of standard operations. However, you are responsible for maintaining your own data backups. SmokeSpot Games disclaims liability for any loss or corruption of user data, except where required by applicable law.

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Children’s Privacy

 

SmokeSpot Games complies with COPPA, GDPR-K, and similar global regulations:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or under the age of digital consent in their jurisdiction).

• Children who indicate they are under the threshold age will be denied access or limited accordingly.

• Parents may contact us at smokespotgames@gmail.com to inquire about or request deletion of data collected from their child.

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Your Choices and Rights

 

You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information

• Object to or restrict data processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Opt out of marketing and personalized ads

 

You may also delete your profile via in-game settings or by emailing smokespotgames@gmail.com

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Information Sharing

 

We may share your Information with:

• Vendors: Payment processors, analytics platforms, cloud providers (e.g., Google, Apple, Microsoft, Unity, Discord, Playfab)

• Advertising Partners: With your consent or as permitted by law

• Social Media Integrations: Only based on your social platform settings

• Legal Entities: To comply with legal requests, court orders, or to protect rights

 

We do not sell your data. We may transfer Information in the event of a merger, sale, or reorganization.

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US and State-Specific Rights

 

Depending on your location, you may have:

• Right to Know what personal data we collect, use, share

• Right to Access and receive a copy of your data

• Right to Delete your personal data

• Right to Opt-Out of the sale or sharing of your personal data

• Right to Limit Use of sensitive personal information (e.g., location, account login)

 

California and Nevada residents may submit privacy requests via smokespotgames@gmail.com.

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EU/EEA, UK, and Swiss Residents

 

We comply with the GDPR and local data protection authorities:

• Data Controller: SmokeSpot Games, LLC

• Legal Bases: Contractual necessity, consent, legitimate interests, legal obligations

• Cross-Border Transfers: Managed through Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards

• Supervisory Authority: You have the right to lodge complaints with your local authority

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Advertising, Cookies, and Tracking

• We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to operate the Services and improve user experience.

• Users can opt out of cookie tracking via browser settings or in-game preferences.

• Ad partners may collect pseudonymized data to personalize and measure ad effectiveness. You can manage ad preferences using device settings.

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Services Offered by Third Parties

 

We allow third-party developers to build features or services and offer them within or alongside SmokeSpot Games’ platforms. For example, users may access mini-games, moderation tools, or interactive content provided by third-party developers via integrations, SDKs, or embedded technologies.

 

These services must follow all applicable policies and regulations, including our own developer guidelines. As part of our policy framework, developers are required to maintain their own privacy policies and ensure transparency with users about how personal data is collected and used. We encourage users to carefully review the privacy policies and permissions associated with any third-party feature or service before use.

 

SmokeSpot Games is not responsible for the data practices of these third parties. Use of such features is optional, and users should exercise discretion when choosing to interact with or authorize access to third-party applications or tools.

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Data Security

 

We use industry-standard physical, administrative, and technical measures to protect Information:

• Encrypted storage and transmission

• Access control and audit logging

• Breach notification protocols as required by law

 

Despite our efforts, no system is 100% secure. Users should take care to protect their own credentials and devices.

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Retention

 

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

• Providing the Services

• Fulfilling legal obligations

• Resolving disputes and enforcing our agreements

 

After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

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Contact Us

 

If you have any questions, requests, or complaints, you can reach us at smokespotgames@gmail.com​​