PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy describes how "Modle Studios" Inc. ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal data when you use our services, including the game "Black Island: Merge War" (the "Game").

SECTION 1: WHO WE ARE (DATA CONTROLLER)

The data controller of your personal data is Modle Studios Inc. If you have any questions, contact us at gamescontact@gmail.com.

SECTION 2: WHAT PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT

• Information you provide: nickname, survey responses, support messages, billing information
• Automatically collected: IP address, device info, usage data, chat logs
• Generated in-game: player ID, gameplay statistics
• From third parties: social media accounts, ad platforms, analytics tools

SECTION 3: HOW WE USE YOUR DATA

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: marketing, optional surveys
• Contract: game access, support services
• Legal obligation: fraud prevention, tax laws
• Legitimate interest: service improvement, analytics

We use data to provide and personalize the Game, analyze performance, detect fraud, and support customers.

SECTION 4: DATA SHARING

We may share your data with:

• Other players (via public profiles)
• Service providers (hosting, analytics, marketing)
• Authorities (law enforcement, legal compliance)
• Acquiring companies (in mergers or asset sales)

SECTION 5: INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

We may transfer your personal data outside the EEA. We ensure such transfers are safeguarded via Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

SECTION 6: DATA RETENTION

We retain personal data as long as necessary for its purposes or as required by law. Upon account deletion, data is removed within defined periods (e.g., 30 days for nickname, 7 days for chat).

SECTION 7: YOUR RIGHTS (GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict processing
• Data portability
• Object to processing and profiling
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, email us at gamescontact@gmail.com. We will respond within one month.

SECTION 8: CHILDREN

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 or the minimum age in your jurisdiction. Parental consent is required for younger users.

SECTION 9: SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure.

SECTION 10: AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING

We may use automated systems for matchmaking or personalized content. You may request human review and object to profiling.

SECTION 11: COOKIES

We use cookies for functionality, analytics, and advertising. Where required, we ask for your consent. You may manage cookies via browser settings.

SECTION 12: CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this policy. Material changes will be communicated, and continued use means acceptance.

SECTION 13: CONTACT & COMPLAINTS

For inquiries or complaints, contact: gamescontact@gmail.com.

You may also lodge a complaint with your data protection authority in the EEA.