Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Fortune Wheel ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website https://fortunewheel.fun (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact information (name, email address, phone number)
• Account credentials and profile information
• Payment and transaction information
• Communication preferences
• Customer support interactions

2.2 Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information when you use our Service:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system information
• Device identifiers and characteristics
• Usage patterns and analytics data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Information

As a blockchain-based gaming platform, we may collect:

• Wallet addresses and transaction hashes
• Cryptocurrency transaction history
• Smart contract interactions
• Base network activity
• $CHIP token usage and staking data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

• To provide and maintain our gaming platform
• To process transactions and manage $CHIP tokens
• To enable staking and reward distribution
• To facilitate user authentication and account management

3.2 Communication

• To send important updates about our Service
• To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• To send promotional materials (with your consent)
• To notify you of security issues or policy changes

3.3 Analytics and Improvement

• To analyze usage patterns and improve our Service
• To conduct research and development
• To monitor and prevent fraud and abuse
• To ensure platform security and integrity

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you have given clear consent for specific processing activities
• Contract: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you
• Legal Obligation: When we are required to process data to comply with legal obligations
• Legitimate Interest: When processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

5.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, including:

• Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
• Analytics and monitoring services
• Payment processors and blockchain networks
• Customer support platforms

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests from government authorities.

5.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Secure coding practices and vulnerability management
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

• Account information: Retained while your account is active and for 3 years after closure
• Transaction data: Retained for 7 years for tax and compliance purposes
• Analytics data: Retained for 2 years in aggregated form
• Marketing data: Retained until you withdraw consent

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 GDPR Rights

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Restriction: Limit how we process your data
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

8.2 CCPA Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze our Service. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Service to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our Service
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards, including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Adequacy decisions by relevant data protection authorities
• Certification schemes and codes of conduct

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

If you are between 13 and 18 years old, you must have your parent's or guardian's permission to use our Service.

12. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Third-party services we may use include:

• Base network and blockchain infrastructure
• Analytics and monitoring services (Vercel Analytics, Speed Insights)
• Social media platforms (X/Twitter, Farcaster)
• Payment processors and cryptocurrency exchanges

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We will also notify you via email or through our Service if the changes are material.

Your continued use of our Service after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

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

For data protection inquiries, you may also contact your local data protection authority.

15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [Jurisdiction].