Privacy Policy

NobleStakers ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Platform. By accessing or using NobleStakers, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.

We collect information in the following ways: 2.1 Information You Provide Directly: • Account Registration: Full name, email address, username, password, date of birth, country/jurisdiction • Profile Information: Profile picture, skill level, chess rating (Elo), player statistics • Financial Information: Wallet addresses (USDT), transaction history, deposit and withdrawal records • Communication: Messages, support tickets, feedback 2.2 Information Automatically Collected: • Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, IP address • Usage Data: Pages visited, features accessed, match history, time spent on Platform • Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address (not precise GPS) • Game Data: Move sequences, match recordings, gameplay duration 2.3 Information from Third Parties: • Blockchain Data: Transaction records from USDT transfers on public blockchains • Payment Processors: Transaction confirmations and fraud detection data

We use collected information for: • Account Management: Creating and maintaining your account, authentication • Match Operations: Processing matches, tournaments, recording game data, calculating Elo ratings • Financial Processing: Processing deposits, withdrawals, calculating fees • Fraud Prevention: Detecting cheating, multi-accounting, and bot usage • Legal Compliance: Fulfilling legal obligations, AML/KYC verification • Platform Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns, fixing bugs • Security: Protecting against attacks and malicious activity • Customer Support: Providing technical support and resolving disputes

Data Storage: We store your personal information on secure servers. Game records, match data, and transaction history are retained indefinitely for compliance purposes. Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security practices including encryption, firewalls, and secure authentication. Limitation: While we use reasonable security measures, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You assume the risk of any unauthorized access to your account or data.

We may share your information with: • Service Providers: Payment processors, hosting providers, analytics services • Legal Authorities: Law enforcement when required by law • Other Players: Opponents in matches see your username and rating. Match replays are public • Blockchain: USDT transactions are publicly visible on the blockchain We do not sell personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for: • Session Management: Keeping you logged in • Analytics: Understanding how players use the Platform • Security: Detecting and preventing fraud • Personalization: Customizing your experience You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect Platform functionality.

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to: • Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information • Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements) • Portability: Request your data in a portable format • Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications Limitations: We may refuse requests if compliance would violate legal obligations, compromise security, or affect other users' rights.

Retention Periods: • Account Data: Retained while account is active. Deleted 90 days after account closure (except legal holds) • Game Records: Retained indefinitely for competitive integrity and dispute resolution • Transaction History: Retained for at least 7 years for AML/KYC and tax compliance • Logs & Analytics: Retained for 12 months unless required longer Note: Blockchain transactions (USDT transfers) are permanent and cannot be deleted.

NobleStakers is not intended for anyone under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we become aware that a minor has used our Platform, we will take immediate action to close the account and delete their data (where feasible).

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. By using NobleStakers, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. When you click external links, you leave our Platform. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party services before providing your information.

For EU Residents (GDPR): If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR, including: • Right to know what data we hold about you • Right to correct or delete your data • Right to restrict or object to processing • Right to data portability • Right to lodge complaints with data protection authorities Note: EU residents may be subject to jurisdiction restrictions.

For California Residents: Under CCPA and CPRA, you have the right to: • Know what personal information we collect • Delete your personal information (subject to exceptions) • Opt-out of the sale of personal information • Non-discrimination for exercising your rights To exercise these rights, contact us through our support system.

Our Platform currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals. We continue to collect analytics data regardless of browser settings.

In the event of a security breach involving your personal information, we will notify you by email as required by applicable law. However, we are not liable for damages resulting from data breaches. You assume the risk of any unauthorized access to your information.

Your wallet address and transaction history are publicly visible on the blockchain. Any USDT transactions you conduct are recorded on public blockchain networks and cannot be made private. We cannot delete or modify blockchain records. Your financial transactions are permanently public.

NobleStakers is the data controller for your personal information. We are responsible for how we collect, use, and protect your data in compliance with this Privacy Policy.

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time without notice. Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of any changes. We recommend reviewing this Policy periodically for updates.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your data, or privacy concerns, please contact us through the in-app support system. Privacy Inquiries: Response times may vary. We are not obligated to respond to all inquiries.