Privacy Policy

1. Overview

This privacy notice provides a quick overview of what happens to your personal data when you visit our website or use our PixelViking game. Personal data refers to any data by which you can be personally identified. For detailed information, please refer to the full privacy policy below.

2. Who Is Responsible for Data Collection?

Data processing on this website and in the PixelViking app is conducted by:

IT-Service Rumpf
Oberdorfstraße 7
35579 Wetzlar, Germany
Email: support@pixelviking.de

3. How Do We Collect Your Data?

Your data is collected in two ways:

  • You provide it (e.g. via contact forms or when registering).

  • It is collected automatically when visiting our website (e.g. browser type, IP address, date/time).

4. Why Do We Use Your Data?

  • To ensure proper functionality of the website and game.

  • To improve user experience and analyze user behavior.

  • To provide services such as account creation, game progress saving, or PvP features.

5. Data Collected via PixelViking App

  • Registration/Login: We store your email address, encrypted password, chosen player name, and device ID to manage your account, restore access if needed, and help prevent misuse. Legal Basis: Contract fulfillment (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) and legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

  • Game Progress & Synchronization: Game data (e.g. equipment, PvP stats, runes) is stored on our servers for features like rankings and clan wars.

  • No Data Selling: We do not sell or share your data with third parties, unless required for hosting, email communication, or legal obligations.

6. Data Retention

  • Your data is stored as long as your account is active.

  • If you delete your account, all personal data will be removed within 30 days unless legal obligations require longer storage.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your stored personal data.

  • Request correction or deletion.

  • Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

  • Object to data processing for advertising or analytics purposes.

  • File a complaint with a data protection authority in the EU if applicable.

8. Security

We use SSL/TLS encryption to protect the transfer of confidential data, such as login information and form submissions.

9. Cookies and Log Files

  • Cookies: Only used when technically necessary or with your consent.

  • Server Logs: Include browser type, OS, referrer URL, time of request, and IP address. These are collected for technical performance reasons.

10. Contact

If you have questions about your data or want to exercise your privacy rights, contact:

support@pixelviking.de

11. In-Game Chat & Moderation

The PixelViking app includes an in-game chat feature that allows players to communicate with each other. Messages sent via chat include the player’s name, the message content, and a timestamp. These messages are stored temporarily to enable real-time communication and to maintain a fair gameplay environment.

We use automated filters to detect inappropriate language in multiple languages. In the case of reported messages or suspected abuse, a manual moderation process may be initiated by the PixelViking team. Messages are stored for a maximum of 30 days and are then automatically deleted.

Legal Basis: Contract fulfillment (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) and legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

No sharing with third parties.