Privacy Policy

1. Introduction and Data Controller

This Privacy Policy describes how Nordic Game Space ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects information in connection with our free social casino entertainment platform available at nordicgamespace.com.

Data Controller: Nordic Game Space, Rauhankatu 8, 20100 Turku, Finland. Email: info@nordicgamespace.com. Phone: +358 50 377 0660.

This policy is compliant with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Finnish Data Protection Act (Tietosuojalaki 1050/2018), and the EU ePrivacy Directive. Nordic Game Space is a free entertainment platform. No financial data, payment information, or real-money transactions are involved at any point.

2. What Data We Collect

Nordic Game Space operates primarily through client-side technology. Most data is stored locally in your browser using localStorage and is never transmitted to any server.

Data stored locally in your browser (localStorage):

• Display name (chosen by you during registration)
• Email address (used only for local account identification)
• Virtual coin balance (a number representing entertainment coins with no monetary value)
• Game statistics (spins played, hands played — for entertainment purposes only)
• Age verification status (boolean confirming you confirmed 18+)
• Cookie consent preferences

Data that may be collected through analytics cookies (only with your explicit consent):

• Pages visited and navigation patterns (anonymized)
• Browser type and device type (aggregated)
• Approximate geographic region (country level only)
• Session duration and interaction data

We do not collect: financial data, payment information, real names (unless you choose to use your real name as a display name), precise location, biometric data, or any sensitive personal data as defined under GDPR Article 9.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR Article 6, we process personal data on the following legal bases:

• Consent (Article 6(1)(a)): For analytics and marketing cookies, which are only set after you provide explicit, informed consent through our cookie consent tool.
• Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f)): For the basic functioning of the platform, including storing your local game state and preferences to provide the entertainment service you have requested.
• Legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c)): Where required by applicable Finnish or EU law.

4. How We Use Your Information

The data we collect is used exclusively for the following purposes:

• Providing and maintaining the free entertainment gaming experience
• Remembering your account details and virtual coin balance between visits
• Verifying age confirmation (18+) as required
• Storing your cookie consent preferences
• Improving the platform through anonymized analytics (only with consent)
• Responding to contact form submissions

We do not use your data for: advertising profiling, sale to third parties, credit scoring, or any financial purpose. No data is used in connection with real-money gambling activities.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies as described in detail in our Cookie Policy. In summary:

• Strictly necessary: Required for the site to function. Set without consent.
• Analytics: Only set after explicit consent. Can be rejected without affecting site functionality.
• Marketing: Only set after explicit consent. Not currently in active use.

Our cookie consent banner complies with the EU ePrivacy Directive and Finnish Communications Services Act requirements. No non-essential cookies are set before you provide consent.

6. Data Storage and Security

The majority of your data is stored locally in your browser's localStorage. This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to our servers. This approach is consistent with GDPR's data minimization principle (Article 5(1)(c)).

Any data transmitted through contact forms is handled securely. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or loss in accordance with GDPR Article 32.

Data stored in localStorage is retained until you clear your browser data, delete the specific keys, or use our account deletion feature on the Responsible Gaming page.

7. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third parties. We do not share your data with advertising networks or data brokers.

We may use the following third-party services that may process data:

• Google Fonts: Font files loaded from Google's servers. Google may log the request. See Google Privacy Policy.
• Google Maps: Embedded map on the contact page. See Google Privacy Policy.
• Analytics provider (if consent given): Anonymized usage data only.

We may disclose data if required by Finnish law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of users.

8. International Data Transfers

As most data is stored locally in your browser, international transfers are minimal. Where third-party services involve transfers outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) as required under GDPR Chapter V.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights under the GDPR and Finnish Data Protection Act:

• Right of access (Article 15): You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to rectification (Article 16): You can request correction of inaccurate data.
• Right to erasure (Article 17): You can request deletion of your data. For localStorage data, you can do this directly by clearing browser data or using our deletion tool on the Responsible Gaming page.
• Right to restrict processing (Article 18): You can request we limit how we use your data.
• Right to data portability (Article 20): You can request your data in a portable format.
• Right to object (Article 21): You can object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Right to withdraw consent: You can withdraw cookie consent at any time through our cookie settings.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@nordicgamespace.com. We will respond within 30 days as required by GDPR Article 12.

10. Children and Age Restriction

Nordic Game Space is strictly for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from persons under 18. If you believe a minor has provided data through our platform, please contact us immediately at info@nordicgamespace.com and we will take steps to remove it.

Our age verification gate requires users to confirm they are 18+ before accessing any content. This confirmation is stored locally in your browser.

11. Supervisory Authority

If you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with GDPR or Finnish data protection law, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Finnish Data Protection Ombudsman (Tietosuojavaltuutettu):

• Website: tietosuoja.fi
• Email: tietosuoja@om.fi
• Phone: +358 29 566 6700

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact

For any privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, please contact us:

• Email: info@nordicgamespace.com
• Post: Nordic Game Space, Rauhankatu 8, 20100 Turku, Finland
• Phone: +358 50 377 0660