Privacy Policy
1. Who We Are
Dondero Games operates donderogames.com, a browser-based strategy game portal. References to "we," "us," or "our" in this policy refer to Dondero Games. You can reach us at erik.labonte@gmail.com.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of information:
- Account information: When you register, we collect your username, email address, and a hashed password.
- Gameplay data: We record game activity including match history, win/loss records, moves, and turn data in order to operate the game.
- Usage data: We may collect basic information about how you interact with the Services, including your last-seen timestamp (used to show online status to other players).
- Communications: If you contact us by email, we retain that correspondence.
We do not collect payment information, physical addresses, or any sensitive personal data.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Services.
- Authenticate your account and keep your session secure.
- Send you email notifications about game activity (e.g., when it is your turn), if you have opted in.
- Send you account-related messages such as password reset emails.
- Display your username and online status to other registered players.
- Investigate abuse, enforce our Terms of Service, and ensure fair play.
We do not use your information for advertising, and we do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
4. Email Notifications
We offer optional email notifications for in-game events (turn alerts, game invites). You may toggle these on or off at any time in your Account Preferences (⚙ icon). Even if you opt out of gameplay notifications, we may still send you essential account emails such as password resets.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your data only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: We use Firebase (Google) for authentication, database, and hosting. Firebase processes data on our behalf in accordance with Google's privacy standards.
- Legal compliance: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Dondero Games or others.
6. Data Retention
We retain your account and gameplay data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Services. If you wish to delete your account and associated data, please contact us at erik.labonte@gmail.com and we will process your request promptly.
7. Cookies and Local Storage
We use browser local storage and session cookies solely to maintain your login state and preferences within the Services. We do not use third-party tracking cookies or advertising cookies.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
9. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, correct, or delete your information. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at erik.labonte@gmail.com. We will respond to requests within a reasonable timeframe.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party platforms such as Discord. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you visit.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will post the revised policy on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at erik.labonte@gmail.com.