Introduction
Welcome to Flash Tank Arena ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you play our game or visit our website.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using Flash Tank Arena, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:
Account Information
- Email address - Used for account creation and authentication
- Username - Your chosen display name in the game
- Country - Optional, used for leaderboards and regional features
Gameplay Data
- Game progress - Level, experience points, achievements
- Statistics - Kills, deaths, wins, playtime
- In-game purchases - Transaction history for virtual items
Technical Information
- Device information - Browser type, operating system
- IP address - For security and fraud prevention
- Usage data - How you interact with our game
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for various purposes:
- To provide and maintain our game services
- To manage your account and provide customer support
- To process in-game transactions and purchases
- To display leaderboards and player statistics
- To send important updates about the game
- To detect, prevent, and address cheating or fraud
- To analyze usage patterns and improve the game experience
- To comply with legal obligations
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services that may collect information about you:
Authentication Services: We use Supabase for secure user authentication. Their privacy policy applies to data processed through their services.
Payment Processing: Payments are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your credit card information. Stripe's privacy policy governs payment data handling.
Advertising: We may display advertisements through Google AdSense. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS/TLS
- Secure authentication with JWT tokens
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Account data is retained while your account remains active. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- Access - Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction - Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion - Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability - Request transfer of your data to another service
- Objection - Object to certain processing of your data
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Children's Privacy
Flash Tank Arena 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 your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- By visiting our Discord community
- Through our in-game feedback system