Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 8, 2025

TL;DR: We respect your privacy. We don't collect personal information, don't require registration, and don't sell your data. We only use basic analytics to understand how people use the site.

Introduction

PlayGoGame.org ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our free online Go game platform.

Because our service doesn't require registration and we don't collect personal information, this is one of the shortest privacy policies you'll ever read.

Information We Don't Collect

We do NOT collect:

Names, email addresses, or other personal identifiers (unless you voluntarily email us)
Payment information (everything is free)
Game history or saved games
Login credentials (no accounts required)
Location data beyond general region
Social media information

Information We Automatically Collect

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This service collects:

Pages visited and time spent on the site
Browser type and operating system
General geographic location (country/city level)
Referring websites
Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)

This data is anonymized and aggregated. We use it only to improve the platform and understand which features are most popular.

Note: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or using browser privacy settings.

Server Logs

Like most websites, our server automatically records standard log information including:

IP addresses (not stored permanently)
Browser type and version
Date and time of access
Pages requested

These logs are used only for technical maintenance and security purposes and are not linked to any personal information.

Cookies

We use minimal cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for the game to function (storing game settings, preferences)
Analytics Cookies: From Google Analytics to track usage statistics

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly without them.

How We Use Information

The limited information we collect is used solely to:

Operate and maintain the website
Improve user experience and features
Understand usage patterns and popular features
Fix technical issues and bugs
Prevent abuse and ensure security

Information Sharing

We do NOT:

Sell your information to third parties
Share your data with advertisers
Use your information for marketing
Track you across other websites

The only third party that receives any data is Google Analytics, as described above.

Children's Privacy

PlayGoGame.org is appropriate for all ages. Since we don't collect personal information and don't require registration, we comply with children's privacy laws including COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act).

Parents and guardians can feel confident that their children can play Go on our platform without privacy concerns.

Data Security

While we don't collect sensitive personal information, we still take security seriously:

HTTPS encryption for all connections
Regular security updates and monitoring
Limited data retention (logs are automatically deleted after 30 days)
No storage of game history or personal gameplay data

Your Rights

Since we don't collect personal information, there's minimal data to manage. However, you have the right to:

Use the platform without providing any personal information
Clear cookies and browser data at any time
Opt out of Google Analytics tracking
Contact us with privacy questions or concerns

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

If we make significant changes that affect how we handle information, we'll notify users through a prominent notice on the website.

Contact Us

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

Email: chienbg200400@gmail.com

Website: playgogame.org

International Users

PlayGoGame.org is operated from Vietnam and is accessible worldwide. By using our service, you acknowledge that any information collected may be processed in Vietnam or other countries where our service providers operate.