1. Introduction
Welcome to the Privacy Policy for Recess, offered by Collaboration Studios, Inc. This policy details our commitment to protecting the privacy of our users, especially children, and outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and sharing of personal information.
2. Information Collection
We collect personal information like names, dates of birth, preferences, gaming platform usernames, and phone numbers of users who opt-in to receive SMS messages, along with their explicit consent to receive communications via text.
Our service also gathers data on user interactions for service functionality and safety monitoring.
Information collection methods include direct user input, automated tracking of user interactions, and communication within the service.
3. Use of Information
Collected data is utilized to enhance service functionality, tailor educational content, and maintain a safe, user-friendly environment. This includes using phone numbers and consent data solely for sending relevant SMS communications, such as updates, promotions, and service-related notifications.
Data analysis is conducted to improve user experience and service offerings.
We ensure that data usage aligns with our commitment to user privacy and safety.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Personal information is not sold or indiscriminately shared with third parties.
We may share data with trusted partners who assist in operating our service, under strict confidentiality agreements. Specifically, SMS data may be shared with our SMS service provider to fulfill messaging services. Information may also be disclosed if legally required, or to protect our rights and safety.
5. COPPA Compliance
Adhering to COPPA, we collect personal information from children under 13 only with explicit parental consent.
Parents have the right to review, modify, or request deletion of their child's information.
6. GDPR Compliance
For EU residents, we comply with GDPR, ensuring the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of personal data.
Users can exercise these rights through the contact information provided.
7. Data Security
We employ robust security measures such as encryption and secure server practices to protect against unauthorized access and misuse.
Our security protocols are regularly reviewed and updated.
8. Data Retention
User data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected.
Procedures are in place for the secure deletion of data that is no longer needed.
9. User Rights and Choices
Users, or parents of minor users, can request access to or deletion of their personal data through designated channels.
Requests for data access or deletion are processed in accordance with legal requirements.
10. Changes to the Privacy Policy
Any significant changes to this policy will be communicated to users through their provided contact information or via an announcement on our platform.
Users are encouraged to review the policy periodically for updates.
For privacy-related inquiries or concerns, users can reach out to us at [email protected].