Privacy Policy for "So, You Think You Can Prompt?"

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how "So, You Think You Can Prompt?" ("we," "our," or "the game") handles information when you play our educational AI security game at https://soyouthinkyoucanprompt.com/

By using our game, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

Age Requirement

This game is intended for users aged 13 and above, in compliance with Google AdSense policies and COPPA regulations.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Data

When you play our game, the following anonymous information is collected automatically:

• IP address (for security and geographic location detection)
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Time spent playing
• Game scores and progress
• Pages visited within the game

Website Analytics and Hosting (Vercel)

Our hosting provider Vercel collects:

Analytics (Cookieless):

• Page views and navigation paths
• Referrer information
• Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
• Geographic location (country/region level only)
• Core Web Vitals performance metrics
• Server response times

Infrastructure & Security:

• IP addresses for DDoS protection
• Request logs for troubleshooting
• Security threat detection data

Vercel's analytics are privacy-focused and do not use cookies or collect personal identifiers.

Advertising (Google AdSense)

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements that keep this game free. Google uses cookies to:

• Show relevant advertisements
• Limit the number of times you see an ad
• Measure ad campaign effectiveness

The use of advertising cookies depends on your location and consent choices (see "Location-Based Privacy Practices" below).

Location-Based Privacy Practices

We detect your geographic location (country/region level) to comply with local privacy laws. Your experience varies based on your location:

United States Visitors (Excluding California)

• You'll see a brief informational notice about data collection
• The notice automatically disappears after 5 seconds
• Advertising cookies are used by default to show relevant ads
• No action required to continue playing

California Visitors

• You'll see an informational notice with a "Do Not Sell My Info" option
• You can opt-out of personalized advertising at any time
• Your opt-out preference is remembered for future visits

European Union & United Kingdom Visitors

• You'll see a cookie consent banner before any advertising cookies are set
• You must choose to either:
  • Accept: Allows personalized ads based on your interests
  • Reject: Shows only non-personalized, contextual ads
• The game remains free regardless of your choice
• We remember your preference for 12 months

All Other Locations

• Treated similarly to US visitors
• Brief informational notice
• Standard advertising practices apply

How We Use Information

The automatically collected data is used to:

• Keep the game free through advertising revenue
• Improve game performance and fix bugs
• Analyze gameplay patterns to enhance features
• Protect against DDoS attacks and security threats
• Ensure compatibility across different devices and browsers
• Comply with legal requirements in your jurisdiction

Cookie Management

Types of Cookies

Essential (No Cookies Required):

• Game progress and scores are stored in your browser's local storage
• No cookies are used for game functionality

Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense):

• Only set based on your location and consent
• Can be managed through your choice in the consent banner (EU/UK)
• Can be opted-out via "Do Not Sell My Info" (California)

Managing Your Preferences

To Change Your Cookie Preferences:

• Clear your browser's local storage for our site
• Refresh the page to see the consent options again
• Make your new selection

Browser-Level Controls:

• Use your browser's privacy settings to block third-party cookies
• Use incognito/private browsing mode
• Install ad-blocking extensions (note: this may affect game features)

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• HTTPS encryption for all connections
• DDoS protection through Vercel
• No storage of personal information
• Regular security updates

Data Retention

• Gameplay data: Stored locally in your browser until you clear it
• Consent preferences: Stored for 12 months (EU/UK) or until cleared
• Analytics data: Aggregated by Vercel for up to 2 years

We do not maintain any databases of user information

Third-Party Services

Vercel (Hosting & Analytics)

• Provides infrastructure and cookieless analytics
• Processes data according to their Privacy Policy
• Data centers primarily in the United States

Google AdSense

• Provides advertising services
• Uses cookies based on your location and consent
• Opt-out available at Google Ads Settings

Your Privacy Rights

Your rights vary based on your location:

All Users

• Access this privacy policy at any time
• Use browser controls to manage cookies
• Contact us with privacy questions

California Residents (CCPA)

• Right to opt-out of the "sale" of personal information
• Right to know what information is collected
• Right to request deletion
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising rights
• Use "Do Not Sell My Info" link when prompted

EU/UK Residents (GDPR)

• Right to explicit consent before cookie use
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to access your data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at anyway-path-parade@duck.com. For immediate cookie preference changes, clear your browser's local storage and refresh the page.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The game is designed for users 13 and older. If you believe a child under 13 has accessed our game, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

This game is operated from the United States. By playing, you consent to data processing in the US and other countries where Vercel operates infrastructure. These locations may have different privacy laws than your country.

Links to Other Sites

Our game may link to educational resources about AI safety. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:

• Website: https://soyouthinkyoucanprompt.com/
• Email: anyway-path-parade@duck.com

Google AdSense Disclosure

We use third-party advertising companies to serve ads. These companies may use information about your visits to this and other websites to provide relevant advertisements. This information does not include your name, address, email, or telephone number.

Location Detection Disclosure

We detect your approximate location (country/region level) using your IP address solely to:

• Comply with regional privacy laws
• Display appropriate privacy notices
• Manage advertising cookie consent

We do not track your precise location