Privacy Policy
Critic.gg ("we," "us," or "our") operates https://critic.gg (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Referring URLs
- Pages viewed, time on page, interactions
- Cookies and tracking identifiers
We do not require account creation and do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information.
2. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Operate and secure the Site
- Measure traffic using Google Analytics
- Serve ads via Google Ads
You may disable cookies in your browser settings.
3. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand traffic patterns.
Google may process data according to its own policies: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
You may opt out via: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
4. Google Ads & Advertising
We may use Google Ads (including remarketing).
Google may use cookies to display personalized ads.
Manage ad preferences: https://adssettings.google.com
5. How We Use Data
We use collected data to:
- Operate and improve the Site
- Analyze performance and trends
- Display advertising
- Prevent fraud and abuse
6. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the EEA or UK, we process data under:
- Legitimate interest (analytics, security)
- Consent (where required for advertising cookies)
7. Your GDPR Rights
You may request:
- Access to your data
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion of personal data
- Restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Withdrawal of consent
Contact: contact@critic.gg
8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents may request:
- Disclosure of categories of personal information collected
- Deletion of personal information
- Information about data sharing
We do not sell personal information as defined under CCPA.
9. Data Retention
Analytics data is retained according to Google's default retention settings unless otherwise configured.
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards. No internet transmission is fully secure.
11. Affiliate Disclosure
Critic.gg may participate in affiliate programs. This means we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases through certain links. These links do not influence editorial independence.
12. Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed to individuals under 13.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically.