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Last updated: 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how GamesDontSuck.com (“we”, “our”, “the website”) collects, uses, and protects your information. We are committed to safeguarding your data and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below.


1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Data You Provide

We may collect personal information when you submit it voluntarily, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Messages or enquiries sent via the contact form

1.2 Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring websites
  • Cookies and tracking technologies

2. Third-Party Services That Collect Data

We use trusted third-party services to operate the website, analyse traffic, and display ads. These services may use cookies or tracking technologies to collect usage data.

These may include:

  • Google Analytics (traffic analysis)
  • Google AdSense (advertising, including personalised ads)
  • Affiliate networks (e.g., Amazon Associates or game-related affiliate programs)
  • Website security tools and anti-spam systems

For details on how Google processes data:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
For Google’s cookie information:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies


3. Affiliate Links

Some pages on GamesDontSuck.com contain affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you click a link and make a purchase — at no extra cost to you.

Affiliate partners may use cookies or tracking identifiers to:

  • Confirm referrals
  • Track purchases
  • Measure campaign performance

We only participate in affiliate programs that comply with GDPR and uphold data protection standards. Each affiliate partner is responsible for its own privacy policies and data processing practices.


4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

  • Operate and maintain the website
  • Respond to contact form enquiries
  • Analyse website performance and usage
  • Display advertisements
  • Monitor and prevent spam or abuse

We do not sell your personal information.


5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on the following lawful grounds:

  • Consent — for cookies, analytics, and advertising
  • Legitimate interest — to operate and secure the website
  • Contract — when responding to enquiries you submit

You may withdraw your consent at any time.


6. Cookies

GamesDontSuck.com uses cookies to:

  • Improve user experience
  • Analyse site performance
  • Display relevant ads
  • Enable affiliate tracking

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Restricting cookies may affect certain site features.


7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Contact form submissions: typically up to 12 months
  • Analytics data: retained according to Google’s chosen retention period
  • Cookies: vary depending on the type and provider

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.


9. Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request a copy of the data we hold about you

To exercise your rights, contact us below.


10. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data. However, no online system is completely secure.


11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date will reflect changes. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the updated policy.


12. Contact Us

If you have questions or GDPR-related requests, contact us here: https://www.gamesdontsuck.com/contact/

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