Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information necessary to provide and improve our services. The types of information we collect depend on how you use our site.

Contact Form Data:

If you submit an inquiry via our contact form, the data you provide (e.g., name, email, message) is collected to respond to your request. Embedded forms may use third-party services such as Google Forms, subject to their privacy policies.

Game Data:

To provide features like the Daily Challenge, we store game state information locally in your browser (e.g., Local Storage). This includes puzzle completion status and progress for the current day. This data is not transmitted to our servers.

Usage and Analytics Data:

We automatically collect non-personal information via services such as Google Analytics, which may include your IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, session duration, and timestamps. This data is aggregated and anonymized to help us understand usage patterns and improve our service.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Operate and maintain SudokuOrbit.com features, including puzzle progress tracking in your browser.
• Analyze website usage via analytics tools to improve performance and content.
• Respond to your inquiries submitted via contact forms.
• Display advertisements to help maintain free access to our services (if applicable).

3. Advertising

We may display ads through third-party services such as Google AdSense. These companies may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior across this and other websites to provide personalized ads. Your preferences for personalized advertising can be managed via our cookie consent banner or your device’s ad settings.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Information may be shared in limited situations:

• With Service Providers: We use third-party providers like Google Analytics (for usage analysis). These providers access data only as necessary to provide their services and are required to maintain confidentiality.
• For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid government or legal requests.

5. Data Storage and Security

Game state data is stored locally in your browser. We do not store your personal game progress on our servers. We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect our website, but please note that no electronic storage or transmission method is completely secure.

6. Your Data Rights

• You can clear any locally stored game data by clearing your browser’s local storage.
• You can opt-out of personalized advertising via your device’s settings or our cookie consent preferences.

7. Children’s Privacy

SudokuOrbit.com is not directed at individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal data, we will take steps to delete such information.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, local storage, and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and provide personalized content. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us.