Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 6, 2025
Last Updated: April 6, 2025

Welcome to StartPlayingCrossword.com. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services (collectively, the “Services”).

By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Services.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

We collect personal information when you:

• Register for an account

• Subscribe to a plan

• Submit feedback or content

• Contact us for support

This information may include your name, email address, payment details, and any content you submit.

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Services, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Pages visited and time spent

• Referral URLs

• Other diagnostic data

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, analyze traffic, and improve functionality.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may limit certain features.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Services

• Process transactions and manage subscriptions

• Improve user experience and develop new features

• Send service-related communications

• Respond to support inquiries

• Send newsletters and promotional content (with your consent)

• Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data in the following cases:

• With service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processors) under contractual obligations

• In response to legal requests, court orders, or law enforcement

• In case of business transfers, such as a merger or acquisition

All third parties must respect the security of your data and act in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Use our Services at your own risk.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You may have the following rights depending on your location:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Opt-out of marketing communications via the “unsubscribe” link or by contacting us

To exercise any rights, email us at support@startplayingcrossword.com.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us so we can delete it.

7. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our Services from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the website or by email. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

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

📧 Email: support@startplayingcrossword.com