PRIVACY POLICY

Forged Dream Vault (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or participate in our competitions.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a. Personal Information

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Billing and payment details
• Date of birth (to verify eligibility)

b. Technical Data

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent

c. Competition Data

• Entries submitted
• Purchase history (if applicable)
• Responses to skill-based questions

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information to:

• Process and manage competition entries
• Verify eligibility and prevent fraud
• Contact winners and participants
• Process payments securely
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Send promotional emails (only if you opt in)

3. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GDPR)

Where applicable, we rely on:

• Consent – for marketing communications
• Contractual necessity – to provide competition services
• Legal obligation – to comply with regulations
• Legitimate interests – to improve our services and prevent fraud

4. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share your data with:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, Paystack)
• Email marketing platforms
• Hosting and analytics providers
• Legal or regulatory authorities (if required)

All third parties are required to protect your data.

5. DATA RETENTION

We retain your data only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

6. YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
📧 [Insert Email Address]

7. DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from:

• Unauthorized access
• Loss or misuse
• Alteration or disclosure

However, no system is 100% secure.

8. COOKIES

We use cookies to:

• Improve website functionality
• Analyze traffic and usage
• Enhance user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

11. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your data may be transferred and processed outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.

13. CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us:

Email: [Insert Email]
Website: [Insert Website URL]