Privacy Policy for FarmVille 3 – Farm Animals
Frosted Leaf Studio is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy details how we collect, use, and safeguard your information within the FarmVille 3 game and related services.
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how Frosted Leaf Studio collects, processes, stores, and protects your personal information when you play FarmVille 3 – Farm Animals. By engaging with our game, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this Policy. We ensure transparent data handling in compliance with relevant data protection laws, including GDPR.
2. Information We Collect
When you play FarmVille 3, we may gather the following types of data: Player Account Information Usernames, email addresses, and any other details you provide during registration or profile setup. Game Progress Data Farm layout, animal collections, breeding successes, product yields, completed quests, and achievement progress. Interaction Data Records of your social interactions within the game, including friendships, gifts sent or received, and participation in community events. Payment and Transaction Data If you make in-game purchases, we may collect billing information, payment method details, and transaction histories. Technical and Device Data IP address, device type, operating system, game version, and application performance data. Cookies and Analytics Data Information collected via cookies and similar technologies to enhance gameplay and analyze user engagement.
3. How We Utilize Your Information
Your personal data is processed for these primary purposes: To provide and manage the FarmVille 3 game experience, including farm operations and animal breeding. To maintain your player account and offer personalized in-game features. To process in-game purchases and distribute rewards. To communicate game updates, special events, promotions, and player support. To analyze game performance, user behavior, and to improve game features and content. To prevent fraud, cheating, or any misuse of the game's services. To fulfill legal, regulatory, and tax requirements.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
FarmVille 3 and its related services use cookies and similar technologies to: Enable essential game functionalities, such as login and progress saving. Monitor game traffic and player engagement to enhance the user experience. Offer personalized in-game content and targeted advertisements. You can manage your cookie preferences through your device or browser settings. Disabling certain cookies might impact game features or overall functionality.
5. Legal Basis for Data Processing
We process personal data based on the following justifications: Contractual Necessity: To deliver the game services you register for and expect. Consent: For specific marketing communications or optional analytics tracking. Legal Obligations: To comply with laws related to fraud prevention or data security. Legitimate Interests: To improve game quality, ensure fair play, and maintain a secure and enjoyable gaming environment.
6. Sharing and Disclosure of Data
Your data may be shared only under these circumstances: With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, payment processors). With legal or regulatory authorities when mandated by law. With affiliated partners for co-promoted events or game integrations. During a business transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. Frosted Leaf Studio does not sell your personal information to third parties.
7. International Data Transfers
Should your data be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we implement appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), to ensure its protection.
8. Data Retention Policy
Player account and game progress data are stored as long as your account remains active. Certain data, like transaction records, may be retained longer as legally required. Once data is no longer necessary, it is securely deleted or anonymized to protect your privacy.
9. Data Security Measures
We employ robust technical and organizational security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. While we strive for maximum security, no online system can guarantee absolute protection.
10. Your Data Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to: Access the personal data we hold about you. Request corrections or deletions of your data. Object to or restrict certain data processing activities. Request portability of your data. Withdraw any consent previously given, for example, for marketing communications. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 13.
11. Responsible Gaming and Age Restrictions
FarmVille 3 is designed for players aged 13 and older, or the minimum legal age in your region. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under these ages. Accounts found to belong to underage players will be terminated. We encourage all players to enjoy FarmVille 3 responsibly and manage their playtime effectively.
12. Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The 'Last Updated' date will indicate revisions. Your continued use of FarmVille 3 after updates signifies your acceptance of the revised Policy.
13. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices for FarmVille 3, please reach out to Frosted Leaf Studio via the contact details available on our website.