HipHopGamz Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 26, 2023

Introduction

Welcome to HipHopGamz. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, process, and store your information when you visit HipHopGamz.com or any of our subdomains, including but not limited to RECALL (recall.hiphopgamz.com), HipHopz Cube (hiphopzcube.hiphopgamz.com) and other games we offer (collectively, the "Services").

By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Who We Are

HipHopGamz.com and all associated Services are operated by HipHopGamz. For privacy matters, you can contact us at:

Email: hiphopgamz@5racestreet.com

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information you provide directly, such as:

• Contact information (e.g., email address) if you subscribe to newsletters or contact us directly.
• User preferences, game progress, or scores if you create an account or participate in features requiring this.
• Feedback, survey responses, or communications you send us.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our sites, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, device identifier, operating system, time zone setting, and approximate location derived from IP address.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, game interactions (e.g., levels completed, scores), click patterns, referring URLs, and interaction with features.
• Cookie and Tracking Data: Information stored in cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies as detailed in our Cookie Policy section below.

How We Use Google AdSense & Advertising

We partner with Google AdSense and potentially other third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our Services. These partners are essential for keeping our games free to play.

• These services use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your activity on our Services and other websites/apps to provide you with targeted advertisements based on your interests and browsing history.
• Information collected may include device identifiers, IP addresses, browsing history, location data (if enabled), and interactions with ads.
• Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.
• You can learn more about how Google collects and uses data by visiting Google's Privacy & Terms page: How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps.
• You may opt out of personalized advertising from Google by visiting Google's Ads Settings.
• You can also opt out of some third-party vendors' uses of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info/choices (for users in the US) or Your Online Choices (for users in the EU).

Our use of advertising helps support the development and maintenance of HipHopGamz. Your consent for cookies and tracking technologies, managed via our Consent Banner, is important for this process.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes including:

• Providing, operating, maintaining, and improving our games and services.
• Personalizing your experience (e.g., remembering preferences, showing relevant content).
• Understanding usage patterns and analytics to improve user experience and develop new features.
• Communicating with you regarding service updates, support, and promotional messages (where consent is obtained).
• Processing transactions (if applicable) and sending related information.
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing fraud, security, or technical issues.
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms.
• Displaying relevant advertising to support our free services.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, customer support, payment processing) under confidentiality agreements.
• Advertising Partners: With partners like Google AdSense and other networks as described above, subject to your consent choices.
• Analytics Providers: With providers like Google Analytics to help us understand website and game usage (data is often aggregated or anonymized).
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or if we have a good faith belief that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others, or to investigate fraud.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to notice and choices provided to you.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13 (or a higher age threshold depending on the jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information. If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at hiphopgamz@5racestreet.com.

Your Data Rights and Choices

Depending on your location (e.g., GDPR in Europe, CCPA/CPRA in California), you may have rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
• Objection/Restriction: Object to or request restriction of processing under certain conditions.
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service where technically feasible.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where consent is the basis (e.g., marketing emails, certain cookies via the consent banner).
• Opt-out of Sale/Sharing (California): We do not "sell" personal information in the traditional sense. However, the use of advertising cookies may be considered "sharing" under California law. You can manage cookie preferences via our Consent Banner or browser settings.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hiphopgamz@5racestreet.com. We will respond to requests in accordance with applicable laws.

Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit websites. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences, login status, and browsing activity. Pixels and web beacons are similar technologies used for tracking.

How We Use Cookies

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly (e.g., session management, security). These cannot be disabled.
• Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics). This allows us to improve performance and user experience. Data is often aggregated.
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your choices and preferences (e.g., theme preference, language) to provide a more personalized experience.
• Advertising/Targeting Cookies: Used by us and our advertising partners (like Google AdSense) to deliver advertisements relevant to your interests based on your browsing activity. These track your activity across websites.

Managing Cookies

You have several ways to manage cookies:

• Consent Banner: Our consent banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies when you first visit our site. You can usually revisit your choices (e.g., via a link in the footer or privacy policy).
• Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies, but this may affect the functionality of our Services. Find out how to manage cookies on popular browsers:
  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Apple Safari
  • Microsoft Edge
• Opt-Out Tools: Use tools like the DAA WebChoices Tool (US) or Your Online Choices (EU) to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. However, please be aware that no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., for tax, legal, or accounting purposes). We will delete or anonymize your information when it is no longer needed.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: hiphopgamz@5racestreet.com

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries where our servers or service providers are located. Data protection laws in these countries may differ from those in your country of residence. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your residence, including the United States.