How we collect, use, and protect your information
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, subscribe to our services, participate in our research studies, or contact us for support. This includes your name, email address, organization details, and any other information you choose to provide.
We also automatically collect certain information about your device and usage of our platform, including IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and information about your interactions with our content and services.
We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our research platform and services. This includes processing your requests, delivering content and reports, conducting research analysis, and communicating with you about our services.
We may also use your information to personalize your experience, send you relevant updates about our research findings, and improve our platform's functionality based on usage patterns.
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this policy. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our platform, conducting research, or serving our users.
We may also disclose information when required by law, to protect our rights, or in connection with a business transaction such as a merger or acquisition.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption of sensitive data, regular security assessments, and access controls.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
As a research platform, we collect and analyze gaming behavior data and cultural trends. This data is aggregated and anonymized for research purposes and may be included in our reports and studies.
Individual user data is never included in published research without explicit consent, and all research activities comply with applicable ethical guidelines and regulations.
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
For detailed information about our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Our platform may integrate with third-party services for analytics, payment processing, and content delivery. These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services linked from our platform.
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
Some information may be retained for longer periods as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, such as fraud prevention and research integrity.
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You may also opt out of certain communications and data processing activities, subject to legal and contractual limitations.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below.
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the effective date.
Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our website's contact form or reach out to our privacy team.
We are committed to addressing your concerns and will respond to your inquiries in a timely manner.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2025, and applies to all information collected by Play Society Lab through our website and services.