1. Introduction
ForschungGermany ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our social casino website forschunggermany.com (the "Service").
This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 applicable in the United Kingdom.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact information (name, email address) when you contact us
- Age verification information to ensure compliance with 18+ requirements
- Communication preferences
2.2 Technical Information
We automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
- Referring website information
2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please see our Cookie Policy section below.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our social casino services
- To verify your age (18+ requirement)
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- To improve our website and services
- To analyze usage patterns and optimize user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
- To prevent fraud and ensure security
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you voluntarily provide information or accept cookies
- Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and prevent fraud
- Legal Obligation: To comply with age verification requirements
- Contract Performance: To provide the services you request
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations or court orders
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website (under strict confidentiality agreements)
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure data storage systems
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Generally:
- Contact information: 3 years after last contact
- Technical/log data: 12 months
- Age verification data: As required by law
8. Your Rights Under GDPR
As a data subject, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
9. International Data Transfers
If we transfer your personal data outside the UK/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Binding Corporate Rules
- Certification schemes
10. Cookies Policy
10.1 What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and analyze website traffic.
10.2 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising (with consent)
10.3 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights under GDPR, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@forschunggermany.com
- Address: [Your UK Business Address]
- Phone: [Your UK Phone Number]
14. Supervisory Authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with GDPR:
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 20, 2025, and complies with UK GDPR requirements.
