Privacy Policy

Last updated: 27th December 2024

Drake Hall Games ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our website, including our forums.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Username and Password: Required for forum registration. Passwords are securely encrypted using bcrypt to ensure your security.
  • User Images (Optional): If you choose to upload an image to your profile, it will be stored solely for the purpose of enhancing your experience on our forums.
  • Cookies: Used to manage user authentication and session management. These cookies are essential for website functionality and do not collect or store personal information beyond what is necessary for authentication.
  • Log Data: For security and debugging purposes, we may collect anonymised log data such as IP addresses, browser types, and timestamps. This information is not linked to your identity.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used strictly for the following purposes:

  • To manage user accounts and authenticate users.
  • To facilitate discussions and interactions on our forums.
  • To improve website functionality and user experience.
  • To secure our systems and prevent unauthorised access.

We do not use your data for advertising purposes or share it with third-party advertising networks.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take the following measures to ensure the security of your information:

  • Password Encryption: Your password is securely hashed using bcrypt, and we never store plaintext passwords.
  • Secure Storage: User-uploaded images are stored on secure servers and are not shared outside the website.
  • HTTPS Encryption: All data exchanged between you and our website is encrypted using HTTPS to prevent unauthorised interception.

4. Third-Party Access

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Limited data may be accessed by trusted service providers who assist in website operations (e.g., hosting providers), but only to the extent necessary for them to perform their services, and they are bound by confidentiality agreements.

5. Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies for:

  • User authentication.
  • Maintaining your session while logged in.

These cookies are not used for tracking or advertising purposes.

6. User Rights

You have the following rights concerning your personal data:

  • Access and Rectification: You can view and update your personal information via your account settings.
  • Account Deletion: You may request the deletion of your account and all associated data by contacting us.
  • Withdraw Consent: You can choose not to upload optional images or disable cookies through your browser settings (note: disabling cookies may limit functionality).

7. Children's Privacy

Drake Hall Games is not directed at individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]