Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 18, 2023Address: 789 Mango Street, Miami, FL 33130, United StatesContact: [email protected] 1. Information We Collect Abacaxi.top ("we", "us", or "our") operates an indie gaming platform dedicated to showcasing innovative, developer-created games. We collect minimal information to support indie developers and deliver unique gaming experiences while protecting user privacy: 1.1 Personal Information During account registration, we collect your email address (for account verification and indie game updates) and username (displayed in developer forums and game reviews). Optional information includes your favorite indie game genres and developer preferences, which helps us recommend hidden gems and connect you with creators. We do not require sensitive personal data (e.g., full name, address) unless you choose to support developers via donations. 1.2 Non-Personal Information We automatically gather anonymized data via secure tracking tools, including device type, operating system, browser version, anonymized IP address, game playtime, completion rates, review ratings, and developer interaction metrics (e.g., forum posts, feedback submissions). This data is aggregated to help indie developers improve their games, optimize platform discoverability, and identify emerging indie trends. 2. How We Use Your Information Your data is used exclusively to support indie gaming and enhance user experiences: Secure and maintain your account (e.g., password resets, account recovery) Recommend indie games tailored to your genre preferences and playstyle Share developer updates (e.g., new game releases, crowdfunding campaigns, patch notes) Provide anonymized feedback to developers (e.g., playtime statistics, feature requests) Improve platform functionality, discoverability, and user interface Conduct anonymous analytics on indie gaming trends to support creators Comply with legal obligations and resolve developer-user disputes 3. Information Sharing and Disclosure We never sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Disclosure is limited to: Indie developers (anonymized user data only, e.g., playtime metrics, non-identifiable feedback) to help them improve their games Trusted service providers supporting indie features (e.g., crowdfunding integration, game hosting) with strict confidentiality agreements Law enforcement or regulatory bodies in response to valid legal requests (e.g., subpoenas, intellectual property inquiries) Third parties to protect the platform’s integrity, users’ safety, or indie developer rights (e.g., addressing copyright infringement) Successors in the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, with prior notice and privacy protections preserved 4. Data Security We implement indie-friendly security measures with industry-standard protection: encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS) and at rest, secure account storage, regular security audits by privacy experts specializing in indie gaming, and access controls limiting data access to authorized staff only. While we strive to protect your information, no online platform is 100% secure—you must safeguard your account credentials and report unauthorized access immediately. 5. Your Privacy Rights Under U.S. privacy laws (CCPA, GDPR for eligible users), you have the right to: Access and request copies of your personal data and game activity history Correct inaccurate information (e.g., account details, genre preferences) Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal and developer data retention needs) Opt out of non-essential communications (excluding critical account or developer updates) Withdraw consent for non-essential data collection (e.g., game preference tracking) To exercise these rights, contact [email protected] with your account ID. We respond to valid requests within 30 days, with additional transparency for how anonymized data is shared with indie developers. 6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use cookies and similar tools to: Authenticate your account and maintain session continuity across indie games Remember your game preferences, review history, and favorite developers Track game discovery patterns to improve recommendation algorithms Support developer analytics (anonymized) to help them understand player behavior You can manage cookie settings via your browser, and disabling non-essential cookies will not impact core platform features (e.g., game downloads, forum access). 7. Children’s Privacy Our platform is compliant with COPPA and intended for users 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we discover such collection, we will delete the data immediately. Parents/guardians may: Request access to their child’s data Request deletion of their child’s account and data Restrict their child’s interaction with developer forums To exercise these rights, contact [email protected] with your child’s username and your contact information. 8. Policy Updates We may update this policy to reflect new indie game features or privacy law changes. Updates are posted with a revised effective date—continued use constitutes acceptance. We notify users of significant changes via email (if opted in) or platform announcements, with a summary of how changes impact developer-user data sharing. 9. Contact Us For privacy-related questions or requests:[email protected] Mango Street, Miami, FL 33130, United States