https://boardgamejournal.club/

Privacy Policy

BoardgameNightJournal (“the App”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is a private, invite-only web application used by a small group of friends to record and track board game sessions. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data.

1. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to the web application available at:

https://boardgamejournal.club/

The App is not intended for the general public and is accessible by invitation only.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum data necessary for the App to function.

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

  • Email address
  • Display name or username
  • Authentication provider (email/password or Google)

If you sign in using Google, we receive only the basic profile information permitted by Google (typically your email address and display name). We do not access your contacts, files, or other Google services.

2.2 User-Generated Content

The App allows users to record board game sessions, which may include:

  • Game names
  • Dates and scores
  • Player names or nicknames (as entered by users)
  • Optional notes or comments

This content is visible only to invited users within the App.

2.3 Technical Data

Basic technical information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address (temporarily, e.g. for security or logging)
  • Browser type and version
  • Date and time of access

This data is used solely for security, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data only to:

  • Provide and operate the App
  • Authenticate users and manage access
  • Store and display recorded board game sessions
  • Maintain security and prevent abuse
  • Improve stability and reliability of the App

We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, or marketing.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties.

Limited data may be processed by trusted service providers strictly for technical reasons (e.g. hosting, authentication). These providers only process data on our behalf and under appropriate safeguards.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as your account remains active.

If you request deletion of your account:

  • Your personal account data will be removed
  • Any user-generated content may be anonymized or deleted where technically feasible

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

7. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

The App is intended for adults and private social groups. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted within the App or on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, you can contact the app administrator at: