Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

EVU Gaming Network ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:

• Username
• Email address (optional)
• Profile information (display name, bio, avatar)
• Account creation date and last login information

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our website:

• IP address and browser type
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Performance and analytics data (via Vercel Analytics)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We also use analytics cookies to improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing and maintaining our gaming services
• Managing your account and authentication
• Communicating with you about updates and support
• Improving our website and user experience
• Analyzing usage patterns and performance metrics
• Preventing fraud and ensuring security

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Supabase (PostgreSQL database) with industry-standard encryption. We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: You can update or correct your information
• Right to Erasure: You can delete your account and all associated data
• Right to Data Portability: You can export your data in JSON format
• Right to Object: You can object to certain processing of your data
• Right to Restriction: You can request limitation of processing

To exercise these rights, visit your Profile Page or contact us directly.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. When you delete your account, all associated personal data is permanently removed from our systems within 30 days.

7. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Vercel: Website hosting and deployment
• Vercel Analytics: Usage analytics and performance monitoring
• Supabase: Database and authentication services

These services have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country. By using our services, you consent to this transfer. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us: