Introduction

Welcome to Pirate Ship Mysteries. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the highest industry standards and applicable privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other relevant regulations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and secure your information when you access or use our social casino platform, which operates exclusively with virtual currency. It is important to note that all virtual currency used within our platform has no monetary value and cannot be converted into real money, nor do we allow any deposits or balance replenishments with real money.

The purpose of this document is to provide you with transparent information regarding our policies and practices concerning your personal data. By interacting with our platform, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to read this document carefully and familiarize yourself with our practices.

Information Collection

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services. The information we gather includes the following:

• Personal Data: This includes any data that can be used to identify you, such as your username, email address, and any other details that you voluntarily provide upon registration or during your use of the platform.
• Usage Data: We monitor your activity on our platform to understand how you interact with our services. This data includes your game history, preferences, and in-game actions. Since all currency on our platform is virtual, none of your activity involves any real monetary transactions.
• Technical Data: This may include your device information, IP address, browser type, and other technical data collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies.

The collection of this data is essential to enhance user experience, ensure proper functioning of the platform, and enable us to provide timely support. By using Pirate Ship Mysteries, you consent to such data collection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to ensure you have a seamless, secure, and personalized experience while interacting with our virtual casino. The purposes of processing your personal data include:

• Platform Operation: We use your data to manage your account, deliver services effectively, and maintain the overall functionality of our platform.
• Personalization: Your data helps us tailor the entertainment experience to suit your preferences, deliver personalized content, and suggest potential game updates or features that may interest you.
• Security and Fraud Prevention: We analyze data to identify and mitigate fraudulent activities, unauthorized access, or security breaches to protect the integrity of our system and your data.
• Performance Analysis: We use aggregated data to analyze trends and usage patterns to improve our platform and develop user-friendly interfaces. This analysis is carried out with strict adherence to privacy guidelines and never targets any individual user.
• Customer Support: Your data enables us to offer prompt and efficient support when you need assistance or have any inquiries related to our user services.

It is important to reiterate that the virtual currency within our social casino platform has no intrinsic cash value. All transactions, rewards, and bonuses revolve solely around in-game credits, ensuring that no real monetary exchange takes place.

Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, there are circumstances under which your data may be shared:

• Service Providers: We engage third-party service providers (such as hosting companies, analytics firms, and payment processors in cases where virtual currency might be involved) to help us operate the platform effectively. These providers are contractually obligated to use your data solely for the purpose of providing services to us and are not allowed to share your personal information with any outside parties.
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements: In accordance with legal obligations or requests from public authorities, we may be required to disclose your information. In such cases, we ensure that any disclosure complies strictly with the relevant legal requirements and privacy laws.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal data may be transferred to the new owner. In such instances, we will provide notification via appropriate channels to keep you updated about the changes in data custody.
• Aggregate and Anonymized Data: We sometimes create aggregated datasets that do not contain any identifying information. These datasets may be used for analysis, marketing, or research purposes without compromising your privacy.

In every instance, protecting your privacy remains our top priority. We take every measure necessary to ensure that any third parties we engage with adhere to strict confidentiality and data protection standards.

Data Retention and Storage

We retain your personal data only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes laid out in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The following outlines our data retention guidelines:

• Account Information and Usage Data: This information is retained for the duration of your account’s existence and may be stored even after account deactivation, subject to our legal obligations regarding data retention and backup protocols.
• Security Logs and Related Data: Data related to security, such as login times, IP addresses, and device identifiers, may be stored for a period sufficient to identify and resolve any potential security issues, and to prevent and mitigate fraudulent activities.
• Data Archiving: Even after account deletion or deactivation, some data may be archived for backup, audit, or legal purposes. These archived records are subject to strict security controls and limited access protocols.

We regularly review our data retention policies to ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws and best practice guidelines. The retention periods may be adjusted as necessary based on evolving legal requirements or advancements in security protocols.

Data Security

The security of your personal information is of paramount importance to us. We implement a variety of technical, administrative, and physical controls to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include, but are not limited to:

• Encryption: All sensitive data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard protocols. Data stored in our systems is protected by additional encryption layers and strict access controls.
• Access Controls: We limit access to personal data to authorized personnel only. Our staff undergoes regular training on data protection principles and is subject to strict confidentiality agreements.
• Monitoring and Detection: Our platform employs advanced monitoring systems to detect and prevent security incidents. Regular audits and vulnerability assessments are performed to ensure our systems remain secure.
• Incident Response: In the unlikely event of a data breach, we have a comprehensive incident response plan in place that includes immediate action, investigation, notification to affected users, and measures to prevent future occurrences.

While we strive to protect your information, no security system is impenetrable. In cases where there is a material risk of unauthorized access due to a data breach, we will notify you in accordance with the applicable legal requirements.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

From time to time, we may update or modify this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or business operations. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our platform. We encourage you to periodically review this document to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

The date of the last update is indicated by the following macro: 2025-06-03. Your continued use of Pirate Ship Mysteries after any such updates implies your acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact and Feedback

We value your feedback and are here to answer any questions you might have regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices. Should you have any queries, require further clarification, or wish to submit a request to access, modify, or delete your information, please follow the instructions provided on our platform’s support section.

We take every comment seriously and will work diligently to ensure your privacy concerns are addressed in a timely and satisfactory manner.