Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how 2048.club ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website, play our games, or create an account. We aim to be transparent about what we collect and why, while keeping the experience focused on the joy of playing 2048.
Information We Collect
Account and Profile Information
When you sign in or create an account, we may collect information such as your username, email address, avatar, and profile details you choose to share (for example, a short bio). This information is used to personalize your experience, show your profile to you and others where applicable, and maintain your account.
Gameplay and Usage Data
We collect information about how you use 2048.club, including the game variants you play, board sizes, scores, moves, and session history. This allows us to power features like recent games, live games, and general improvements to difficulty, balance, and design.
Technical and Device Information
Like most websites, we automatically receive certain technical information when you visit 2048.club. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, language settings, referring URLs, and timestamps of your visits. We use this data to keep the service secure, troubleshoot issues, and understand overall usage patterns.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
How We Use Cookies
2048.club uses cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, keep you signed in, and understand how the site is used. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help your browser remember certain information between visits.
Analytics and Advertising Cookies
We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar services) to measure traffic, performance, and engagement. These services may set their own cookies and collect information about your visits to 2048.club and other sites over time. We may also show ads from third-party partners, which can use cookies or similar technologies for reporting, frequency capping, and personalization in line with their own privacy policies.
You can typically manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Please note that some features of 2048.club may not function properly without certain cookies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve 2048.club and its game modes.
- Personalize your experience, including showing your profile and recent games.
- Monitor performance, debug issues, and protect the security and integrity of the service.
- Understand how players use the site so we can make better design and feature decisions.
- Show and measure advertising where applicable, in cooperation with our ad and analytics partners.
When We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in limited ways, including:
- With service providers and partners that help us operate 2048.club (for example, analytics, hosting, and advertising providers), who are only allowed to use the data on our behalf and under appropriate safeguards.
- When required by law, regulation, legal process, or to respond to lawful requests from public authorities.
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of 2048.club, our players, or the public, as permitted by law.
Log Files
We may use server logs and similar tools to record visits to the site. This information can include IP addresses, browser type, internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and timestamps. We use this information to analyze trends, administer the site, and understand aggregate usage. Log data is generally not used to directly identify individual users.
Your Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights over your personal information, such as the ability to access, correct, or delete certain data. If you would like to make a request related to your data, please contact us using the details below.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out via our Contact page or email us at contact@2048.club.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "last updated" date on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.