Privacy Policy for Vocabulary Quest
Effective Date: 9/24/2024
At Vocabulary Quest, we take the privacy of our users seriously and are committed to safeguarding personal information in compliance with applicable privacy laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information of our users, particularly students aged 10 and older, and describes your rights regarding the personal data we process.
This policy applies to all users of the Vocabulary Quest online browser game.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information from users:
- Account Information: When students create an account to play Vocabulary Quest, we collect information such as usernames, email addresses, and passwords. This information is necessary to enable access to the game and manage user profiles.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how users interact with the game, including game progress, achievements, and in-game actions. This data helps us improve the game experience.
- Device Information: We may collect information about the device used to access Vocabulary Quest, including IP address, browser type, and operating system, to ensure compatibility and optimize the game for different platforms.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance the user experience, maintain sessions, and gather usage data. Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.
2. How We Use Information
The information we collect is used to:
- Provide and Improve the Game: Personal information is used to create accounts, maintain game progress, and enhance gameplay based on user feedback.
- Communication: We may send users game-related updates, announcements, and notifications. Contact information is also used for password recovery or account-related communication.
- Analytics: Usage data is analyzed to monitor game performance, identify issues, and improve game functionality. Non-personal data may be aggregated for analytical purposes.
- Compliance with Laws: Personal information may be used and disclosed as required by law, or in response to legal processes or requests from public authorities.
3. How We Protect Information
Industry-standard security measures are implemented to protect users’ personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption, secure servers, and data access restrictions.
Despite these efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
4. Children’s Privacy
Vocabulary Quest is committed to complying with laws protecting children’s privacy, such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States. While Vocabulary Quest is intended for students aged 10 and older, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor their children’s use of the game and guide them on safe online practices.
5. User Rights and Choices
Users (or their parents/guardians, if under 18) have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data collected about them.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of their personal data from our records, subject to legal limitations.
- Opt-Out: Opt-out of receiving non-essential communications.
To exercise these rights, users can contact us at contact@vocabularyquest.com.
6. Changes to the Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. When changes are made, users will be notified by updating the “Effective Date” at the top of the policy and providing notice within the game or via email where appropriate.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: contact@vocabularyquest.com