Privacy & Cookies

I. Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This privacy policy informs Quizzdle users about how we collect, use, store and protect personal information. It complies with GDPR (EU 2016/679) and the French Data Protection Act.

2. Data Controller

The data controller is Quizzdle. For any questions: pro.theusalome@gmail.com

3. Data Collected

We collect:

Identification data: Email, username, password (hashed)
Game data: Scores, game history, rankings, milestones
Technical data: IP address, login logs, browser information
Optional data: Profile picture, customization elements

4. Processing Purposes

Your data is used to:

Manage your account and authentication
Record your scores and progress
Calculate rankings
Ensure Service security
Improve user experience

5. Legal Basis

Processing is based on: contract performance (Service use), your consent (optional data), our legitimate interest (security), and legal obligations.

6. Data Retention

Your data is retained as long as your account is active. If you do not log in for 3 years, we will contact you before deleting your account. Security logs are retained for 12 months.

7. Data Sharing

We never sell your data. Some information is public (username, scores, rankings). We may share data with our technical service providers (host) and our advertising partners (Google AdSense) strictly for Service execution and ad display. Google may collect data through cookies to serve personalized or non-personalized ads based on your consent.

8. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the following rights:

Right of access, rectification, deletion
Right to restriction of processing
Right to data portability
Right to object and withdraw consent

To exercise these rights: pro.theusalome@gmail.com

9. Security

We implement appropriate security measures: password encryption (Argon2id/bcrypt), HTTPS, CSRF protection, rate limiting, regular backups.

10. Minors' Data

Quizzdle is accessible to minors over 13 years old. For minors under 16, parental consent is required.

II. Cookie Policy

1. What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small text file placed on your device when visiting a website. It allows the site to recognize your browser and remember certain information.

2. Types of Cookies Used

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for operation: session management, security (CSRF), progress saving. Duration: Session or 7 days for "Remember me". These cookies do not require your consent.

Functionality Cookies

Remember your preferences (language, display settings). Duration: Maximum 12 months.

Performance Cookies

Anonymous usage analysis to improve the Service. Duration: Maximum 13 months.

Advertising Cookies

Quizzdle uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may place cookies to serve personalized or non-personalized ads based on your consent. These cookies allow Google to measure ad performance and adapt advertising content.

3. Cookie List

Name	Purpose	Duration
PHPSESSID	Login session	Session
REMEMBERME	Login memory	7 days
_csrf_token	CSRF protection	Session
locale	Preferred language	12 months
ref_code	Referral code (invitation link)	30 days
IDE	Google ad tracking (personalized advertising)	13 months
ANID	Google advertising identifier	13 months
NID	Google preferences and personalization	6 months
CONSENT	Advertising consent record	24 months
_ga / _gid	Google Analytics / Tag Manager	24 months

4. Cookie Management

You can configure your browser to manage cookies:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies

Warning: Refusing strictly necessary cookies will make it impossible to log into your account.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Quizzdle uses third-party cookies via Google AdSense (advertising), Google Analytics (audience analysis) and Google Tag Manager (tag management). These services may place cookies on your device to measure advertising performance and analyze site usage. For more information, see Google's privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

6. Google AdSense and Advertising Consent

Quizzdle displays advertisements via Google AdSense. In compliance with GDPR, a consent message is presented on your first visit. You can change your advertising consent preferences at any time.

Change my cookie preferences

Contact

For any questions regarding these legal notices or terms of use:

Email: pro.theusalome@gmail.com

You also have the right to file a complaint with the CNIL: 3 Place de Fontenoy - TSA 80715 - 75334 PARIS CEDEX 07