Privacy Policy

Introduction

At GameAtlas, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data we collect about you. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

This policy was last updated on November 10, 2025.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact information, such as your name, email address, and phone number when you create an account, subscribe to our newsletter, or fill out our contact form
• Account credentials, including usernames and passwords
• User-generated content, including comments, reviews, and forum posts
• Communication preferences and settings

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our website, including:

• IP address and geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referral sources
• Device information (type, model, screen size)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Personalizing your experience on our website
• Processing your account registration
• Communicating with you about updates, security alerts, and support messages
• Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
• Improving our website's functionality and user experience
• Analyzing usage patterns to enhance our services
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues
• Sending newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. These technologies collect information about how you use our website, such as pages visited and links clicked.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
• Functional cookies: Enable personalized features and remember your preferences
• Analytical cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track their effectiveness

Cookie Management

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

• With service providers: Third-party vendors and service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as web hosting, data analysis, payment processing, and customer service
• For legal reasons: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or governmental requests
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of all or a portion of our assets
• With your consent: When you have given us explicit consent to share your information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, accidental loss, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Some of the security measures we employ include:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular backups and data recovery processes
• Staff training on data protection and security practices

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When determining how long to keep your data, we consider:

• The amount, nature, and sensitivity of the personal data
• The potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure
• Whether we can achieve the purposes through other means
• Legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements

When your personal data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights

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

• Access: The right to request copies of your personal data
• Rectification: The right to request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Erasure: The right to request that we delete your personal data in certain circumstances
• Restriction: The right to request that we temporarily or permanently stop processing your personal data
• Data portability: The right to request that we transfer your data to another organization or directly to you
• Objection: The right to object to the processing of your personal data
• Withdraw consent: The right to withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe specified by applicable law.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information from our systems.

International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the one in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, including Australia, where our central operations are located.

When we transfer your personal data internationally, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your data receives an adequate level of protection, regardless of where it is processed.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: