Privacy Policy

At Mapsy.net, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our website and play our geography challenge game.

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to provide and improve our services:

• Account Information: When you register, we collect your nickname, email address, and password (securely hashed).
• Usage Data: We may collect data about how you interact with the game — such as game progress, country selections, and scores — to improve gameplay experience.
• Cookies: Cookies are used to remember your preferences, session, and improve functionality.

2. How We Use Your Data

Your information is used to:

• Allow you to create and access your Mapsy.net account.
• Save game progress, rankings, and scores.
• Improve gameplay mechanics and user experience.
• Respond to user support requests and feedback.

3. Google AdSense and Cookies

Mapsy.net uses Google AdSense to display ads on our website. Google may use cookies, web beacons, and other technologies to:

• Serve personalized advertisements based on your visit to this and other sites.
• Measure the effectiveness of ads and improve ad quality.

You can learn more about how Google uses data here: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting the Google Ads Settings.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party tools such as Google Maps, Street View, and analytics services to enhance your experience. These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. Passwords are stored using secure hashing algorithms and never shared with third parties.

6. Children’s Privacy

Mapsy.net is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

7. Your Rights

You can request to access, correct, or delete your personal data at any time by contacting us at Contact Support.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us directly through our in-game contact form or via email at support@mapsy.net.

Last updated: October 2025