Privacy Policy for Live Game Server List (LGSL)

Introduction

Live Game Server List ("LGSL", "we", "our", or "us") operates the LGSL website and mobile application (the "Service"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you create an account
• Server Information: When you add servers to your favorites, we store server IP addresses, ports, and any custom names you assign
• Search Queries: Search terms you use to find games and servers
• Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to provide in your profile
• Communication: Messages you send to us through contact forms or support channels

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click-through rates, and other usage statistics
• Network Information: IP address (for server connectivity and security purposes)
• Cookies and Local Storage: Preferences, session data, and authentication tokens

Server Data Collection

• Public Server Information: Server status, player counts, map information, server rules, and game version data
• Player Names: Publicly available player names from game servers (when accessible)
• Server Statistics: Historical data about server performance and player activity

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Core Functionality: To provide server browsing, monitoring, favorites management, and user accounts
• Performance: To improve website and app performance, fix bugs, and optimize user experience
• Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve our services
• Communication: To send important updates, security notifications, and respond to your inquiries
• Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Android App Privacy

Our Android mobile application collects and processes the following additional data:

App Permissions

• Internet Access: Required to connect to game servers and our API
• Network State: To check connectivity and optimize performance
• Wake Lock: To maintain connections during server monitoring
• Notifications: To send alerts about server status changes (with your permission)

Local Storage

• Favorite servers and app preferences are stored locally on your device
• Authentication tokens for secure API access
• Cached server data for offline viewing (expires after 30 minutes)
• Local data can be cleared by uninstalling the app or clearing app data

Data Storage and Security

Data Retention

• Account Data: Stored until you delete your account
• Server Data: Cached for up to 30 minutes for performance
• Usage Analytics: Retained for 90 days
• Error Logs: Retained for 30 days for debugging purposes

Security Measures

• All data transmission uses industry-standard encryption (HTTPS/TLS)
• Passwords are hashed using bcrypt with salt
• Regular security updates and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls limit employee access to personal data
• Database encryption at rest

Third-Party Services

Our service may integrate with third-party services:

OAuth Authentication

• We support login via Google, Discord, and Steam
• We only access basic profile information (username, email, profile picture)
• You can revoke access at any time through your account settings

Game Server Networks

• We connect to game servers to retrieve public information
• No personal gaming accounts are accessed
• Only publicly available server data is collected

Advertising and Consent

If advertising is enabled on the Service, we may work with Google AdSense and related demand partners to display ads, measure performance, prevent fraud, and limit repeated ad delivery. These services may use cookies, local storage, device identifiers, IP address, and page-level context to serve and measure advertising.

• Advertising Cookies: May be used to remember preferences, measure impressions, detect invalid traffic, and support ad reporting
• Personalized Ads: If we offer personalized advertising, it will be subject to your consent where required by law
• Consent Choices: Where legally required, advertising cookies and personalized ads will only be activated after you make a consent choice
• Ad Controls: You can also manage cookies in your browser and review Google ad controls through Google Ad Settings

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in limited circumstances:

• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in service operation (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (users will be notified)
• Aggregated Data: Non-personally identifiable, aggregated usage statistics may be shared publicly
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

Your Privacy Rights

Access and Control

• View Data: Access your account information and preferences through your profile
• Edit Data: Update your profile information, email, and preferences
• Delete Data: Delete individual servers from favorites or request complete account deletion
• Export Data: Request a copy of your personal data in machine-readable format

Opt-Out Options

• Email Communications: Unsubscribe from non-essential emails
• Push Notifications: Disable in device settings or app preferences
• Analytics: Opt-out of usage analytics in account settings
• Cookies: Manage cookie preferences in our settings center or in your browser settings

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to have it removed.

For users aged 13-17, we recommend parental guidance when using our service, especially when creating accounts or sharing information in public areas.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers, including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Adequacy decisions by relevant data protection authorities
• Certification under privacy frameworks like Privacy Shield successors

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending an email notification for significant changes (if you have an account)
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your data includes:

• Legitimate Interest: To provide and improve our services, ensure security, and analyze usage
• Consent: When you explicitly agree to data collection (e.g., email marketing, optional features)
• Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our service obligations when you create an account
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Your GDPR Rights

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to data processing for direct marketing or legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (doesn't affect past processing)

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional privacy rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to Know: What personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service and pricing regardless of privacy choices

Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that may affect your rights and freedoms, we will:

• Notify relevant authorities within 72 hours (where required by law)
• Inform affected users without undue delay
• Provide information about the nature of the breach and remedial actions
• Take immediate steps to contain the breach and prevent further unauthorized access