1. Data Controller
JoinGame.dev is the data controller for personal information collected through this website. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at hello@joingame.dev.
2. What Data We Collect
We collect only the minimum data needed to provide the service:
- Username and email address when you create an account.
- Password (stored as a secure bcrypt hash — we never store your plain-text password).
- Profile information you voluntarily add (bio, links, location, specialization).
- Email address if you subscribe to course launch or coaching updates.
- Standard server logs: IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps (retained for up to 30 days for security purposes).
3. How We Use Your Data
- To create and manage your account on the platform.
- To display your profile to potential employers (only if you choose to make it public).
- To send you service-related notifications (e.g. career coaching or course launch updates you requested).
- To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats.
- To improve and maintain the platform.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We do not use your data for advertising purposes.
4. Legal Basis (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, our legal basis for processing your data is:
- Contract performance — processing required to provide the service you signed up for (account management, job search).
- Legitimate interests — security monitoring, fraud prevention, and platform analytics.
- Consent — marketing emails (course updates, coaching news). You can withdraw consent at any time.
5. Cookies and Local Storage
We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. We use the browser's localStorage for:
- Authentication token (jg_token) — keeps you logged in across sessions. Removed when you log out.
- Language preference (jg_lang) — remembers whether you prefer English or Russian.
- Theme preference (jg_theme) — remembers your dark/light mode choice.
These are functional and strictly necessary. No third-party trackers or analytics scripts are loaded on this site.
6. Data Retention
- Account data is retained as long as your account is active.
- If you delete your account, all personal data is removed within 30 days.
- Email addresses collected for marketing updates are deleted immediately upon unsubscribe.
- Server logs are automatically purged after 30 days.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification — correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure — request deletion of your account and all associated data.
- Portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Objection — object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Withdraw consent — unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@joingame.dev. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Data Security
All data is transmitted over HTTPS. Passwords are hashed with bcrypt. Authentication uses short-lived JWT tokens. We apply industry-standard security practices and review them regularly.
9. Children
JoinGame.dev is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 16. If you believe a minor has registered, please contact us and we will remove the account promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date below. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact
Questions or concerns about this policy? Write to us at hello@joingame.dev. We take privacy seriously and will respond promptly.
Last updated: April 6, 2026