Privacy Policy

WESTONB.DEV LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates BeanGame.io (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Display Name: If you choose to set a display name for gameplay.
• Account Information: If you create an account, we collect the information you provide during registration (e.g., email address).

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, game statistics, and interaction patterns.
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs.

1.3 Guest Sessions

You may use the Service without creating an account. In this case, we create an anonymous session identifier stored locally in your browser. This identifier is not linked to any personal information and is used solely to maintain your game session.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Process and manage your game sessions
• Track game statistics and leaderboards
• Communicate with you about updates or support
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Storage and Security

We use Convex, a third-party backend service, to store and process game data. Convex maintains industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit and at rest.

While we implement reasonable security measures, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

4. Cookies and Local Storage

We use the following technologies:

• Local Storage: To maintain your session and preferences.
• Session Cookies: To authenticate your session with our backend.

We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, but this may limit your ability to use certain features.

5. Third-Party Services

The Service may use the following third-party services:

• Convex: Backend infrastructure and database services
• Vercel: Website hosting and deployment

These services have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information. We encourage you to review their policies.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. Game session data for guest users may be automatically deleted after a period of inactivity.

If you request deletion of your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
• Portability: Request transfer of your data in a machine-readable format.
• Opt-out: Opt out of certain data processing activities.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

7.1 California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to request deletion. We do not sell personal information.

7.2 European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the rights listed above. Our legal basis for processing is legitimate interest in providing the Service and, where applicable, your consent.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: