Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 11, 2024

This Privacy Policy explains the principles and processes we follow in collecting, using, and disclosing your information while you use our Service. It also outlines your privacy rights and our commitment to protecting your information under applicable laws.

We utilize your personal data to operate and improve the Service. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy regarding the collection and use of your information.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words with capitalized initial letters have specific meanings defined under this section. These definitions apply consistently, whether the terms are used in singular or plural form.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

  • Account refers to a unique profile created for you to access certain parts of our Service.

  • Affiliate refers to an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with another party, where "control" indicates ownership of 50% or more of the shares or voting rights in the entity.

  • The Company (referred to as "We," "Us," or "Our" in this Policy) is the entity that owns and operates the domain hosting this Service.

  • Cookies are small data files stored on your device by websites to retain information about your browsing activity.

  • Country refers to the legal jurisdiction applicable to this Policy, specifically Pennsylvania, United States.

  • Device means any electronic equipment, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet, that you use to access the Service.

  • Personal Data is any information that identifies or can identify an individual.

  • Service refers to the Website and any related services provided through it.

  • Service Provider means any third party, whether an individual or an entity, that processes data on behalf of the Company to assist in the provision, maintenance, or analysis of the Service.

  • Usage Data refers to information automatically collected when you use the Service, such as IP addresses, browser types, and interaction patterns.

  • The Website refers to the online platform operated under the domain associated with this Policy.

  • You refers to the individual using the Service, or the legal entity on whose behalf the Service is being used, if applicable.

Collection and Use of Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

We may ask you to provide certain personal information that can be used to contact or identify you. This information may include, but is not limited to:

  • Email address
  • First and last name
  • Usage Data

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically when you use the Service and may include details such as your IP address, browser type and version, pages of our Service that you visit, time and date of your visit, time spent on pages, unique device identifiers, and other diagnostic data.

If you access the Service via a mobile device, we may collect information such as your mobile device type, unique device ID, IP address, mobile OS, mobile browser type, and other diagnostic data.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our Service and store certain information. Technologies we may use include:

  • Cookies or Browser Cookies. These are small files stored on your device. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to notify you when cookies are being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, some parts of our Service may not function properly.

  • Web Beacons. These are small graphic images or other web programming code (also known as "pixel tags," "clear GIFs," or "single-pixel GIFs") that may be included in our emails and web pages. They allow us to count users who have visited those pages or opened an email, and to compile other related website statistics.

Cookies may be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device when you go offline, while session cookies are deleted once you close your web browser. For more details about the cookies we use and your options regarding cookies, please visit our Cookie Policy.

Use of Your Personal Data

The Company may use your Personal Data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our Service: including to monitor the usage of our Service.

  • To manage your Account: to manage your registration as a user of the Service. The Personal Data you provide may grant you access to different functionalities of the Service available to registered users.

  • To fulfill a contract: the development, compliance, and execution of the purchase contract for the products, items, or services you have purchased or any other contract with Us through the Service.

  • To contact you: to contact you by email, telephone calls, SMS, or other equivalent forms of electronic communication, such as mobile app push notifications regarding updates or informative communications related to functionalities, products, or contracted services, including security updates, when necessary or reasonable for their implementation.

  • To provide you: with news, special offers

    • To provide you: with news, special offers, and general information about other goods, services, and events that we offer, similar to those that you have already purchased or inquired about unless you have opted not to receive such information.

    • To manage your requests: to attend and manage your requests to Us.

    • For business transfers: We may use your information to evaluate or conduct a merger, divestiture, restructuring, reorganization, dissolution, or other sale or transfer of some or all of our assets, whether as a going concern or as part of bankruptcy, liquidation, or similar proceedings, in which Personal Data held by us about our Service users is among the assets transferred.

    • To protect the Company’s rights: to enforce or apply our terms of service and other agreements, including for billing and collection purposes.

    • To ensure security: to maintain the security and integrity of our Service, including to prevent unauthorized access or use, and to monitor for potential threats.

    • For Service maintenance and support: to ensure the ongoing performance, maintenance, and support of the Service, including managing any service issues or user requests.

    • For payment processing: to manage payments, subscriptions, orders, and to deliver products or services purchased through the Service, including generating invoices and providing receipts.

    • For data transmission: to communicate important updates or changes to our services, terms, and policies, including sending administrative information such as security alerts and account notifications.

    • To enable you: to participate in interactive features of the Service when you choose to do so, such as forums, user reviews, or social media sharing.

    • To manage your queries: to provide customer support, manage complaints, and process queries or issues related to your use of the Service.

    • For advertising purposes: to present you with tailored marketing messages about our products, services, promotions, or events, and for other promotional purposes.

    Transfer of Your Personal Data

    Your information, including Personal Data, may be transferred to—and maintained on—computers located outside your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those of your jurisdiction.

    If you are located outside the United States and choose to provide information to us, please be aware that we transfer the data, including Personal Data

    will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. We will let you know via email and/or a prominent notice on our Service before the change becomes effective and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy.

    We recommend that you review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

    Contact Us

    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

DISCLAIMER

This is a free social gaming website intended for entertainment purposes only. No real money is involved or can be won. The games on this site are designed for an audience of 18 years and older. The Play Ground Zone does not encourage gambling in any form. Please enjoy our games responsibly. By using The Play Ground Zone, you acknowledge that the games provided here are purely for fun and entertainment. There is no opportunity to gamble for real money or to win real money or prizes. The points or credits used in the games have no real-world value and cannot be exchanged for cash or any other items of value. We strive to ensure a safe and secure gaming environment for all users. Our games are designed with the intent of providing a social and enjoyable experience. Please adhere to the terms and conditions set forth on our site, and respect other players to maintain a positive and friendly community. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700 or visit their website for resources and support. Remember, The Play Ground Zone is for fun and social interaction, not for gambling.