EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 2025

Privacy Policy

Our commitment to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy

Introduction

At Quantum Arcade, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information about you when you visit our website or use our services. We believe transparency about data practices builds trust, and we're committed to giving you control over your personal information.

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our services. We may update this policy periodically, and we encourage you to review it regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.

Data Collection Information

What Personal Data We Collect

We collect different types of information depending on how you interact with our website:

  • Contact Information: When you submit forms or reach out to us, we collect your name, email address, and any other details you voluntarily provide
  • Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and referring pages
  • Usage Data: Information about how you navigate our website, which pages you visit, time spent on pages, and interaction patterns
  • Communication Records: Correspondence with us through email, contact forms, or other communication channels

How Data Is Collected

We gather information through various methods to provide and improve our services:

  • Direct Collection: Information you provide when filling out contact forms, signing up for newsletters, or communicating with our team
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to understand user behavior and preferences
  • Analytics Services: Third-party analytics tools help us understand traffic patterns and website performance
  • Automated Collection: Server logs automatically record certain information when you access our website

Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process your personal data based on several legal grounds:

  • Consent: When you voluntarily provide information or accept cookies, you give us permission to process that data
  • Legitimate Interests: We process data to improve our services, prevent fraud, and ensure website security
  • Contractual Necessity: Processing required to fulfill service agreements or respond to your inquiries
  • Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations that require data retention or disclosure

Data Retention Periods

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Contact form submissions are kept for up to two years to maintain communication records. Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized after six months. Technical logs are retained for 90 days for security purposes. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

Data Usage Explanation

How We Use Personal Data

Your information helps us provide better services and improve your experience:

  • Service Delivery: Responding to inquiries, processing requests, and providing the services you ask for
  • Communication: Sending responses to your messages, providing updates about our services, and sharing relevant information
  • Website Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance functionality, fix technical issues, and optimize user experience
  • Security: Protecting against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats
  • Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements and responding to legal requests when necessary

Data Sharing with Third Parties

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share data with trusted partners in limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our website, such as hosting providers, analytics platforms, and email service providers
  • Legal Requirements: Authorities when required by law, court order, or legal process
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new entity
  • Protection of Rights: When necessary to protect our legal rights, property, or the safety of our users

Marketing Communications

If you provide your email address, we may occasionally send you information about our services, updates, or relevant content. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly. Opting out of marketing does not affect transactional communications related to services you've requested.

Analytics and Website Improvement

We use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us identify popular content, discover technical issues, and improve navigation. Analytics data is typically aggregated and anonymized, meaning it cannot be traced back to individual users. This information guides our decisions about website enhancements and content development.

Data Protection Measures

Security Measures in Place

We implement various security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Secure Transmission: SSL/TLS encryption protects data transmitted between your browser and our servers
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal data, restricted to authorized personnel who need it for legitimate purposes
  • Regular Security Audits: Periodic reviews of our security practices and systems to identify and address vulnerabilities
  • Vendor Screening: Careful selection of third-party service providers with strong security credentials

Data Encryption and Storage

Personal data is encrypted both during transmission and while stored on our servers. We use industry-standard encryption protocols to protect information from unauthorized access. Our hosting infrastructure includes firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular security updates to maintain a secure environment for your data.

Access Controls and Monitoring

We maintain strict access controls to ensure only authorized personnel can view personal data. All access is logged and monitored for suspicious activity. Our team members receive training on data protection best practices and are bound by confidentiality agreements. We regularly review access logs to detect and prevent unauthorized data access.

Breach Notification Procedures

In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by law. Our incident response procedures include immediate containment, investigation of the breach, assessment of impact, and implementation of measures to prevent future occurrences. We take all security incidents seriously and work diligently to protect your information.

Your Rights and Data Management

Right to Access Personal Data

You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. Upon receiving your request, we will provide you with information about what data we have, how we use it, and who we share it with. This helps you understand and verify the lawfulness of our data processing activities.

Right to Rectification and Erasure

If your personal information is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request corrections. You also have the right to request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when the data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or when you withdraw consent. We will honor these requests unless we have legitimate grounds to retain the information.

Right to Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. This allows you to transfer your data to another service provider if you choose. We will provide this data in a format that facilitates easy transfer while ensuring the security of your information during the process.

Right to Object to Processing

You have the right to object to certain types of data processing, particularly for marketing purposes or when processing is based on legitimate interests. When you object, we will stop processing your data unless we have compelling legitimate grounds that override your interests, rights, and freedoms.

How to Exercise These Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided on our contact page. We will respond to your request within 30 days and may need to verify your identity to protect your personal information. There is no charge for making a request, though we may charge a reasonable fee for manifestly unfounded or excessive requests.

Your Rights and Opt-Out Instructions

You are not required to provide any personal information when using this website. If you prefer not to share your data, you may:

  • Avoid filling out contact forms, account registrations, or any data-submitting features
  • Disable cookies through your browser settings (see our Cookie Policy for more details)
  • Contact us directly to request the deletion of any previously shared personal data

We respect your privacy choices. If you would like us to delete your data, please reach out to us at the contact details provided on our Contact page. We will process your request promptly and confirm once your data has been removed from our systems.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us through our website. We are committed to addressing your concerns and will respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The effective date at the top of this document indicates when it was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.