Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

StarGurls is a creative game publishing company based in Athens, Greece (European Union).

For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please contact us at: info@stargurls.com

We are the entity responsible for deciding how your personal data is collected and used through this Website (the "Data Controller") under the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Information We Collect

At this stage, our Website is designed to provide general information and updates about StarGurls and our upcoming games. We only collect minimal and essential personal data, which may include:

• Email address: If you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter. We process this data based on your explicit permission (consent).
• Contact Information: If you reach out to us directly via the contact email address, we collect your email address and the contents of your message. We process this data to respond to your request or inquiry.
• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Data related to essential cookies to ensure our Website functions correctly. We process this data because we have a legitimate interest in ensuring our Website is functional and secure.

We do not currently collect any analytics, tracking data, advertising data, or personal information unless you willingly and directly provide it to us.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To send you updates or newsletters, if you have subscribed.
• To manage and maintain the proper functioning and security of our Website.
• To communicate with you if you contact us directly.
• To comply with any legal obligations that apply to us within the European Union.

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal data to anyone.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our Website uses only strictly necessary cookies. These cookies are essential for the Website to perform its basic functions, such as remembering your consent preferences on the cookie banner. We do not use analytics, tracking, or advertising cookies.

Since we only use strictly necessary cookies, they cannot be deactivated through the Website interface as they are required for basic functionality. You may, however, manage all cookies through your web browser's settings.

For more detailed information, please visit our Cookie Policy.

5. Newsletter and Email Communication

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will store your email address securely for the purpose of sending you updates about StarGurls, our games, or related news. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link provided in every email or by contacting us directly.

If we use an external email delivery service (like Mailchimp or another tool) to manage and send newsletters, we ensure that service is committed to protecting data privacy and complies with GDPR. Please review their Privacy Policies for additional details.

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not share your personal data with third parties except in these limited cases:

• When necessary for the operation of the Website (e.g., web hosting provider or email delivery service).
• When required by law or legal process.

StarGurls is not responsible for the content, security, or data handling practices of any third-party websites.

International Data Transfers: If we transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal mechanisms.

7. Data Retention

We only keep your personal data for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.

8. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Secure SSL encryption (HTTPS) for data transmission over our Website.
• Limited access to stored information on secure systems.

However, no internet transmission is entirely secure. By using our Website, you acknowledge that you transmit information to us at your own risk.

9. Your Rights

As a resident of the European Union, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate information.
• Right to Deletion (Right to be Forgotten): Request that your data be deleted.
• Right to Restriction of Processing: Ask us to limit how your data is processed.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of communications or data processing based on your consent at any time.
• Right to Complain: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) or another competent data protection authority in the EU member state where you live.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@stargurls.com.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 16, or the minimum digital consent age in their country of residence.

11. Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., retailers, social platforms). We are not responsible for their content, policies, or privacy practices. Please review their Privacy Policies when visiting their sites.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page, and the "Last updated" date at the top will be revised.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: info@stargurls.com