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PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: November 15, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how RouteGuessr collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected and that we handle your data responsibly.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account on RouteGuessr, we collect and store the following information:

  • Name: Your full name for account identification
  • Username: Your chosen display name for the platform
  • Email Address (Gmail): Your Gmail address for account verification and communication
  • Password: Your password, which is securely hashed using industry-standard encryption before storage

Security Note: We never store your password in plain text. All passwords are hashed using secure cryptographic algorithms, making them unreadable even to our administrators.

2.2 Usage Data

We may automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with RouteGuessr, including:

  • Game scores and progress
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on the website
  • IP address and general geographic location
  • Device type and operating system

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Account Management: To create and maintain your user account
  • Authentication: To verify your identity when you log in
  • Communication: To send important service-related notifications (not marketing)
  • Game Features: To track your scores, progress, and leaderboard rankings
  • Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the user experience
  • Security: To protect against unauthorized access and abuse

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Database Security

Your data is stored on a secure AWS PostgreSQL server with the following protections:

  • Encrypted connections (SSL/TLS) for data transmission
  • Password hashing using bcrypt or similar algorithms
  • Regular security updates and monitoring
  • Access controls limiting who can view the database

4.2 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you wish to delete your account and associated data, please contact us.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share limited information only in the following circumstances:

  • Public Leaderboards: Your username and game scores may be displayed on public leaderboards
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., AWS) who assist in operating our website, subject to strict confidentiality agreements

Your email address and password are never shared publicly or with third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Third-Party Content

RouteGuessr displays images and information sourced from Mountain Project. When you interact with this content, please be aware that Mountain Project has its own privacy policy and terms of service that govern their data collection practices.

We recommend reviewing Mountain Project's privacy policy if you have concerns about the climbing data and images displayed on our platform.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

RouteGuessr may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Maintain your login session
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. Children's Privacy

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

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

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

  • Through the website's contact form
  • By email at the address provided on our website

We will respond to all reasonable requests and inquiries within 30 days.