Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to HangmanHub.com (“Website”), a platform dedicated to providing an interactive Hangman game experience. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data. By using the Website, you agree to the practices described below.

2. Data We Collect

a. Gameplay Data

  • Progress & Stats: Wins, losses, guessed letters, time spent, and category preferences (stored via localStorage).
  • Session Data: Temporary gameplay data deleted when you close your browser.

b. Analytics Data

  • Google Analytics: Anonymized IP addresses, device type, browser information, pages visited, and referral sources.
  • Rank Math SEO: Metadata (e.g., page performance, keyword trends) for website optimization.

c. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

  • Essential Cookies: Required for gameplay functionality (e.g., saving progress via localStorage).
  • Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics and Rank Math (enabled only with your consent).

3. How We Use Your Data

  • Deliver and improve gameplay features (e.g., daily challenges).
  • Analyze trends to enhance user experience.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

4. Cookies & Consent Management

  • Pressidium Cookie Consent and Google Tag Manager (GTM) manage your preferences.
  • Essential Cookies cannot be disabled (required for gameplay).
  • Analytics Cookies:

5. Data Sharing

We share data with:

  • Google Analytics: For anonymized traffic analysis.
  • Rank Math: For SEO optimization.
  • Legal Authorities: If required by law (e.g., court orders).

We do not sell your data.

6. Data Retention

  • Gameplay Data: Stored in localStorage until you clear your browser data.
  • Analytics Data: Retained for 26 months (Google) or per Rank Math’s policies.

7. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)

You have the right to:

  • Access/Delete: Request a copy of your data or ask for deletion.
  • Opt-Out: Disable analytics cookies via the consent banner or tools.
  • Non-Discrimination: We will not penalize you for exercising your rights.

Contact us through contact form to exercise these rights.

8. International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence (e.g., Google servers in the U.S.). We use GDPR safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

9. Children’s Privacy

  • Users under 13 (or 16 in the EU) may not use the Website without parental consent.
  • We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with a revised Last Updated date.

11. Contact Us

For questions, data requests, or complaints:

Contact us through our contact form.