Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

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At GeoMapGame (geomapgame.com), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our website. By using our services, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

We are committed to being transparent and handling your information responsibly, in compliance with applicable laws such as the U.S. privacy regulations, and international standards like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where applicable.

1.Information We Collect

When you use Geo Map Game, we may collect the following categories of information:

(a) Non-Personal Information

  • Browser type, operating system, and device details.
  • IP address, location (city, country, approximate geolocation).
  • Pages you visit on our site, time spent, and clicks.
  • Game interaction data (e.g., which maps or quizzes you play).

(b) Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use first-party and third-party cookies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and serve relevant ads. Details are explained in our Cookie Policy.

(c) Third-Party Ad and Analytics Data

  • Google AdSense may collect information via cookies to serve ads based on your interests and browsing behavior.
  • Google Analytics helps us understand site performance and visitor engagement.

Note: We do not collect personally identifiable information (PII) such as names, phone numbers, or home addresses unless you voluntarily contact us.

2.How We Use Your Information

The data we collect is used to:

  • Improve website functionality and user experience.
  • Deliver personalized ads through Google AdSense.
  • Analyze site usage trends and traffic with Google Analytics.
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues.

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties.

3.Google AdSense & Advertising Partners

Geo Map Game displays advertisements served by Google AdSense and its advertising partners.

  • Google uses cookies (such as the DART cookie) to display ads based on your past visits to our site and other sites.
  • You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting: Google Ads Settings.
  • Third-party ad servers or networks may also use cookies, JavaScript, or similar technologies to measure the effectiveness of their ads.

We have no control over third-party advertisers’ cookies. Users are encouraged to review their privacy policies.

4.Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights under privacy laws:

(a) General User Rights

  • The right to know what data is collected and how it is used.
  • The right to opt out of personalized ads.
  • The right to disable cookies through browser settings.

(b) GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Users)

  • The right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • The right to restrict or object to data processing.
  • The right to data portability.
  • The right to withdraw consent at any time.

(c) CCPA Rights (California Residents)

  • The right to know categories of data collected.
  • The right to request deletion of personal data.
  • The right to opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell user data).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at cookiewayuser@gmail.com.

5.Managing Cookies & Tracking

You have several options for managing cookies:

  1. Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being sent.
  2. Opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
  3. Opt out of personalized ads through Google Ads Settings.

Please note: disabling cookies may affect certain features of our site.

6.Data Retention & Security

  • We retain collected data only for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or improve our website.
  • While no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, we implement reasonable security measures to protect data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. Once you leave geomapgame.com, we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.

8. Children’s Privacy

Geo Map Game is not directed at children under 13 years of age (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal, technical, or business practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: cookiewayuser@gmail.com