Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how wordle-deutsch.de ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you visit our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and all applicable data protection laws.
1. Data Controller
The data controller for wordle-deutsch.de is the site operator, reachable at: ahmadrazak1007@gmail.com
2. What Data We Collect
- Email address — only if you contact us
- Any information you include in an email to us
- IP address and approximate geographic region via server access logs
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Referring URL and pages visited on our site
- Date, time, and duration of your visit
- Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
- Game statistics stored only in your browser — never sent to us
- Settings (theme, hard mode) stored only in your browser
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
- Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) — server log data for security and reliability
- Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) — processing email data to handle your request
- Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) — analytics cookies only set after explicit consent
4. How We Use Your Data
- To operate and maintain the website and game service
- To respond to your enquiries and support requests
- To analyse aggregate traffic patterns and improve the platform
- To detect and prevent abuse, fraud, or unauthorised access
- To comply with legal obligations
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use minimal cookies. No advertising cookies and no cross-site tracking cookies are used. Functional cookies are strictly necessary for the game. Analytics cookies are only set with your explicit consent.
6. Data Retention
- Server logs — retained for up to 30 days, then automatically deleted
- Email correspondence — retained for up to 2 years, then deleted
- Browser localStorage data — stored on your device until you clear it manually
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
- Right of access — request a copy of your personal data
- Right to rectification — request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure — request deletion of your personal data
- Right to restriction — request limits on how we process your data
- Right to data portability — receive your data in a structured format
- Right to object — object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to withdraw consent — withdraw at any time where processing is consent-based
8. Third-Party Services
- Vercel / hosting provider — server infrastructure and CDN
- Google Fonts — font delivery (may log IP addresses; see Google Privacy Policy)
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data. All data transmission occurs over HTTPS. Access to server logs is restricted to authorised personnel only.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page with a revised date. Continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact for Privacy Matters
For any privacy-related questions, data requests, or complaints, contact us at ahmadrazak1007@gmail.com with the subject "Privacy".