Privacy Policy 🔒

1. Information We Collect 📊

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

• Username (display name)
• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Age verification confirmation (that you're 18+)

1.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our site:

• Games played and session duration
• Virtual credits earned (no real money value)
• Leaderboard rankings
• Browser type and device information
• IP address and general location (country/province)

1.3 Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience, including:

• Age verification status
• Cookie consent preferences
• Login session information
• Game preferences and settings

2. How We Use Your Information 🎯

We use collected information to:

• Provide our service: Enable you to create an account and play FREE games
• Personalize experience: Remember your preferences and game progress
• Maintain leaderboards: Display usernames and scores (virtual credits only)
• Improve our platform: Analyze usage patterns to enhance gameplay
• Communication: Send important updates (we never spam!)
• Security: Protect against fraud and ensure age compliance
• Legal compliance: Meet our legal obligations

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure 🤝

We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

4.1 Public Information

Your username and virtual credit scores may appear on public leaderboards. This is part of the social gaming experience!

4.2 Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party services (like hosting providers) who help operate our site. They're bound by confidentiality agreements.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

5. Data Security 🔐

We take security seriously and implement industry-standard measures:

• Encryption: Passwords are encrypted and never stored in plain text
• Secure servers: Our infrastructure uses modern security protocols
• Access controls: Limited employee access to personal data
• Regular audits: We regularly review our security practices

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We can't guarantee absolute security, but we work hard to protect your data!

6. Your Rights & Choices 👤

You have control over your information:

6.1 Access & Update

You can access and update your account information anytime through your Account page.

6.2 Delete Account

Want to delete your account? Contact us at privacy@maplewins.ca and we'll process your request promptly.

6.3 Cookie Preferences

You can manage cookie settings through your browser. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

6.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of non-essential emails by clicking "unsubscribe" in any email we send.

7. Children's Privacy 🔞

MapleWins is strictly 18+ only. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18 years of age. If we discover that we've collected information from a minor, we'll delete it immediately.

Parents: If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@maplewins.ca.

8. Canadian Privacy Laws 🇨🇦

MapleWins complies with Canadian privacy laws, including PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act). If you're in Canada, you have additional rights under provincial privacy legislation.

For questions about Canadian privacy laws and your rights, contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca.

9. Changes to This Policy 📝

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we'll notify you by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top
• Posting a notice on our homepage
• Sending an email to registered users (for major changes)

Your continued use of MapleWins after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.