Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 12, 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how ClaudeGames (“we”, “us”, or “our”), accessible at claudegames.xyz, collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use our Service. By using ClaudeGames, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information from Authentication Providers

When you sign in using a third-party provider (e.g., Google), we receive and store the following information:

  • Name — your display name as provided by the authentication provider.
  • Email address — used to identify your account.
  • Profile picture URL — used to display your avatar within the Service.
  • Unique identifier — a provider-specific user ID used to link your account.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Service, we may automatically collect:

  • Device and browser information — browser type, operating system, screen resolution, and device type.
  • Usage data — pages visited, games played, session duration, interactions with the Service, and timestamps.
  • IP address — collected for security purposes, rate limiting, and abuse prevention.
  • Cookies and local storage — used for authentication session management and user preferences.

2.3 Game-Related Data

During gameplay, we collect and process:

  • Game session data, including room codes, player actions, scores, and results.
  • User-generated content submitted during gameplay, such as drawings, text inputs, and word submissions.
  • Real-time interaction data transmitted via WebSocket connections for multiplayer functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and operate the Service — authenticate your identity, manage your account, and enable multiplayer gameplay.
  • Improve the Service — analyze usage patterns, diagnose technical issues, and develop new features.
  • Ensure security — detect and prevent fraud, abuse, cheating, and unauthorized access.
  • Maintain game integrity — monitor gameplay for fair play and enforce our Terms of Use.
  • Display profiles — show your name and avatar to other players during game sessions.

4. Data Storage and Security

  • Your data is stored using Supabase, a cloud-hosted PostgreSQL database service with encryption at rest and in transit.
  • Authentication tokens are managed securely via HTTP-only cookies and server-side session validation.
  • We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including TLS encryption for all communications.
  • Despite our efforts, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service providers — we use third-party services (e.g., Supabase for hosting and database, Google for authentication) that process data on our behalf and are bound by their own privacy policies.
  • Other players — your display name and avatar are visible to other players in game sessions you join.
  • Legal requirements — we may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of ClaudeGames, our users, or the public.
  • Business transfers — in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use the following types of cookies and storage mechanisms:

  • Essential cookies — required for authentication and session management. The Service cannot function without these.
  • Local storage — used to store user preferences and temporary game state on your device.

We do not use third-party advertising cookies or cross-site tracking technologies.

7. Data Retention

  • Account data is retained for as long as your account remains active. If you request deletion of your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
  • Game session data (scores, results, room history) may be retained in anonymized or aggregated form for analytics and service improvement purposes.
  • User-generated content created during gameplay (e.g., drawings) is ephemeral and typically not stored beyond the duration of the game session.
  • Server logs containing IP addresses and request metadata are retained for up to 90 days for security and debugging purposes.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction — request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion — request deletion of your personal data and account.
  • Data portability — request a machine-readable copy of your data.
  • Objection — object to certain types of data processing.
  • Withdrawal of consent — withdraw consent where processing is based on consent, without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, you may use the account management features provided within the Service or reach out to us through the available channels.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please notify us so we can take appropriate action.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed and stored in countries outside your country of residence, including countries that may have different data protection laws. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your data to such countries. We take steps to ensure that your data receives an adequate level of protection wherever it is processed.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will indicate the date of the most recent revision at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.