Privacy Policy for YapGames
Effective Date: January 16, 2025
Welcome to YapGames! Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website, YapGames.com, which features free online games and displays ads through Google AdSense. We ensure compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection regulations.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We do not require you to provide personal information to use YapGames. However, if you contact us or subscribe to newsletters (if applicable), we may collect:
- Your name
- Email address
1.2 Non-Personal Information
We automatically collect non-personal information, such as:
- Your device type, browser type, and operating system
- Your IP address
- Your usage behavior (e.g., pages visited, games played)
1.3 Information Collected by Third Parties
Google AdSense and other third-party advertisers may collect data, including:
- Cookies for ad personalization
- Device and browsing information for targeted advertising
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Improve your experience on YapGames.com
- Monitor website performance and functionality
- Display personalized and non-personalized ads through Google AdSense
3. Cookies and Third-Party Services
3.1 Cookies
YapGames uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These cookies help us remember your preferences, track user behavior, and enable ad personalization. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
3.2 Google AdSense
YapGames partners with Google AdSense to display ads. Google may use cookies and web beacons to deliver targeted ads based on your browsing activity.
Ad Personalization and Consent
- For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with GDPR by requesting your consent for cookies and personalized ads.
- You can opt out of ad personalization through Google’s Ad Settings or by managing your cookie preferences on our website.
3.3 Compliance with CCPA
- We provide California residents the right to opt out of the sale of their personal data.
- You can access, delete, or manage your data by contacting us directly.
For more details on how Google uses data, visit: Google’s Privacy Policy.
4. Game Publishers
We feature games from third-party game publishers. These publishers may have their own privacy policies and advertising partners. We encourage you to read their Privacy Policy terms for detailed information about their data collection and advertising practices.
List of Our Game Publishers Websites:
5. Data Sharing and Protection
5.1 Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties except:
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect our rights
5.2 Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your data, but no online method is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights
6.1 General Rights (GDPR Compliance)
As a user in the EEA, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: Update inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request the removal of your personal data.
- Restrict Processing: Limit the processing of your personal data.
- Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a portable format.
6.2 California Residents (CCPA Compliance)
California residents have the right to:
- Access the personal data we collect.
- Request deletion of personal data.
- Opt-out of data sharing or selling practices.
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@yapgames.com.
7. Third-Party Links
YapGames.com may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before interacting with them.
8. Children’s Privacy
YapGames is designed for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. For users under the age of 16 in the EEA, parental consent is required for data processing.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal or regulatory requirements. Changes will be posted on this page with the "Effective Date" updated.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: info@yapgames.com
Address: 112F, near Bus Stand, Uchipuli, Enmanamkondan, Tamil Nadu 623534, India
