Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Layeredwave Studio

Last Updated: 25.01.2025

Welcome to Layeredwave Studio!

Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting any information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you interact with our website, games, and other digital content. By using our services, you agree to this policy.

1. About Us

Layeredwave Studio is an independent developer based in Norway, specializing in game development for PEGI 12 audiences and other digital art. While we are not a registered company, we adhere to the highest standards of privacy and data protection to ensure your trust.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to provide our services and enhance your experience. This includes:

2.1 Data You Provide Voluntarily

Contact Information: If you contact us via email or forms, we may collect your name and email address to respond to your inquiries.

2.2 Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website or use our services, we may collect:

Device Information: Such as browser type, operating system, and IP address.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website (e.g., pages visited, time spent).

2.3 Data for Game and Multiplayer Services

If you play our games:

Account Information: Data provided through online services, including user IDs and display names, for multiplayer and login functionality.
Gameplay Data: Non-personal data such as match statistics, in-game upgrades, and rankings.
Technical Data: Logs of errors or crashes to improve game stability.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain our website and games.
To enable core game functionality, including multiplayer services and in-game progress tracking.
To respond to your inquiries and provide support.
To analyze and improve our services.
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of use.

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Sharing

We only share your data with trusted third parties when necessary to provide our services, including:

Online services: For multiplayer functionality and account management. Data shared with third parties is subject to their own Privacy Policy.
Service Providers: Such as hosting providers or analytics tools, to ensure the smooth operation of our website and services.

5. Data Storage and Security

Storage Locations: Data is stored on secure servers located in the European Economic Area (EEA) and managed by trusted providers.
Security Measures: We use industry-standard encryption and access controls to protect your data.
Retention Period: Data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or comply with legal requirements.

6. Your Rights

As a user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

6.1 Access and Portability

You can request a copy of the data we hold about you and ask us to transfer it to another service provider.

6.2 Correction

You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.

6.3 Deletion

You can request that we delete your data, though this may affect your ability to use our services (e.g., multiplayer features).

6.4 Objection and Restriction

You can object to or request restrictions on certain types of data processing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at support@layeredwave.com.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are designed for audiences aged 12 and above (PEGI 12). We do not knowingly collect data from children under 12. If we become aware of such data, it will be deleted promptly. Parents or guardians can contact us at support@layeredwave.com to review or delete a child’s data.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

9. International Users

As a Norway-based developer, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are accessing our services from outside the EEA, note that your data may be transferred to and processed in Norway or the EEA.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with the date of revision.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

Layeredwave Studio
Email: support@layeredwave.com
Website: https://layeredwave.com

By using our website and services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.