Privacy Policy
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
Last updated: June 2026
Information We Collect
When you register and use ArcticNorthCircle.com, we collect the following information: (a) Account Information: email address, username, password (encrypted), date of birth, geographic location (country/region), and any optional profile details you provide; (b) Gameplay Data: game history, scores, achievements, virtual currency balance, session timestamps, game preferences, and in-game interactions; (c) Device Information: device type, operating system, browser type, IP address, and unique device identifiers; (d) Cookie Data: session identifiers, user preferences, and analytical tracking (see Cookie Policy); (e) Communication Data: messages exchanged with customer support, feedback submissions, and reported issues. We do not collect payment information, as this is a free-to-play platform with no transactions.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes: (a) Service Delivery: creating and maintaining your account, providing access to games and features, and processing your requests; (b) Communication: sending account notifications, security alerts, updates, and responding to your inquiries; (c) Safety and Security: detecting fraud, preventing abuse, enforcing our Terms of Service, and investigating suspicious activity; (d) Analytics and Improvement: analyzing usage patterns, identifying technical issues, optimizing platform performance, and developing new features; (e) Personalization: tailoring your gaming experience and delivering relevant content; (f) Legal Compliance: fulfilling legal obligations, responding to lawful requests, and protecting our legal rights. We do not use your data for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
In the European Union and other jurisdictions with data protection regulations, we process your personal data on the following lawful bases: (a) Contract: processing necessary to fulfill our Terms of Service and provide you with the gaming platform; (b) Legal Obligation: complying with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests; (c) Legitimate Interest: protecting our platform from fraud, maintaining security, and improving service quality; (d) Consent: for marketing communications and certain analytics, where you have explicitly opted in. You have the right to withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your account preferences or contacting us. Our legal representative in the EU is ArcticNorthCircle Ltd, Stockholm, Sweden.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter to comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes. Specifically: (a) Active Account Data: retained while your account exists; (b) Account Termination: data is retained for 90 days after account deletion to restore your account upon request, then anonymized or deleted; (c) Transaction and Security Logs: retained for 2 years for fraud detection and legal compliance; (d) Support Communications: retained for 1 year from the date of your last interaction. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements. Deletion requests are processed within 30 days.
Data Sharing
We are committed to protecting your privacy and do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share information with: (a) Service Providers: hosting providers, analytics platforms, and security vendors who assist in operating and improving the platform, bound by confidentiality agreements; (b) Legal Requirements: law enforcement, courts, or government agencies when required by law or in response to valid legal requests; (c) Business Transfers: in the event of merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction. In all cases, we ensure that recipients have appropriate safeguards and only access data necessary for their specific purpose.
Your Rights Under GDPR and Data Protection Laws
You have the following rights regarding your personal data: (a) Right of Access: you may request a copy of all personal data we hold about you; (b) Right to Rectification: you may correct inaccurate or incomplete data; (c) Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): you may request deletion of your data, subject to legal retention requirements; (d) Right to Restrict Processing: you may request that we limit how we use your data; (e) Right to Data Portability: you may request your data in a machine-readable format for transfer to another service; (f) Right to Object: you may object to certain processing activities; (g) Right to Lodge a Complaint: you may file a complaint with your national data protection authority. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@arcticnorthcircle.com with your request. We will respond within 30 days or notify you of any delays.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
ArcticNorthCircle.com uses cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These include: (a) Essential Cookies: required for login, session management, and security; (b) Functional Cookies: remember your preferences and settings; (c) Analytics Cookies: track usage patterns to improve the platform; (d) Third-Party Cookies: from analytics and performance partners (see Cookie Policy). You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent panel. Disabling certain cookies may limit platform functionality. For detailed information about cookies, visit our Cookie Policy.
Security Measures
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include: (a) Encryption: sensitive data such as passwords are encrypted using industry-standard algorithms (AES-256 or equivalent); (b) Secure Transmission: all data transmitted between your device and our servers uses HTTPS/TLS encryption; (c) Access Controls: employee access to personal data is restricted and authenticated; (d) Regular Audits: we conduct security assessments and penetration testing; (e) Incident Response: we maintain protocols to detect, investigate, and respond to security breaches. While we employ robust security practices, no system is completely immune to breach. In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by law.
Children's Privacy
ArcticNorthCircle.com is strictly an 18+ platform. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor, we will immediately delete that information and take steps to prevent future collection. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to our platform should contact us immediately at support@arcticnorthcircle.com. We comply with the Children's Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and equivalent regulations in other jurisdictions.
International Data Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including countries that may not have data protection laws equivalent to those in your home jurisdiction. When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards including: (a) Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission; (b) Binding Corporate Rules; (c) Your explicit consent. By using ArcticNorthCircle.com, you consent to such transfers. If you have concerns about international transfers, please contact us before providing personal data.
Contact & Data Controller Information
ArcticNorthCircle Ltd is the data controller responsible for your personal information under applicable data protection laws. If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or need to report a privacy concern, please contact us: Email: support@arcticnorthcircle.com | Mailing Address: ArcticNorthCircle Ltd, Stockholm, Sweden | Data Protection Officer: Available upon request. We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority or supervisory authority.