Privacy Policy - À la Mine - studiodeskreatifs

1. Data Collected

In the context of using the game via the Steam platform, we only collect data strictly necessary for the operation and improvement of the game: Steam identifier: username and unique identifier associated with your Steam account. Technical data: IP address, country of connection, game version, operating system. Game statistics: anonymised data on game usage (games played, duration, in-game actions) via Microsoft PlayFab. We do not collect names, email addresses or any banking data.

2. Purposes of Processing

Ensure the game works (authentication, multiplayer)
Connect players (lobbies, P2P connections)
Improve the game experience through aggregated statistics
Ensure security and prevent abusive behaviour

3. Legal Basis

Performance of contract: access to the game and multiplayer features (art. 6.1.b GDPR)
Legitimate interest: game improvement, security, anti-cheat (art. 6.1.f GDPR)
Legal obligation: retention of certain data to comply with our legal obligations (art. 6.1.c GDPR)

4. Third-Party Services

Valve Corporation (Steam): account management, authentication and saves (Steam Cloud).
Epic Online Services (Epic Games): player matchmaking and multiplayer features.
Microsoft PlayFab: collection of anonymised game statistics.

5. Network (P2P)

The game uses peer-to-peer (P2P) communication. This means players establish direct connections between their devices to enable real-time multiplayer. In this context, your IP address may be accessible to other players in the same game. If you wish to hide your IP address, using a VPN is recommended. This is managed via Epic Online Services and does not give access to any other personal data.

6. Transfers Outside the European Union

Some of our providers (including Microsoft, Epic Games and Valve) may process data outside the European Union, particularly in the United States. These transfers are governed by appropriate safeguards in accordance with the GDPR, including standard contractual clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.

7. Data Retention

Technical and statistical data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above. Data may be retained longer if required by law or to respond to disputes. If your Steam account is deleted, your game-related data is deleted within a reasonable timeframe.

8. Analytics

The game does not use cookies. However, analytics tools (PlayFab) collect technical and statistical data to improve the user experience. This data is anonymised and cannot directly identify you. It is used internally only and is never sold to third parties.

9. Your Rights

Right of access: obtain a copy of the data concerning you
Right of rectification: correct inaccurate data
Right to erasure: request deletion of your data
Right to portability: receive your data in a structured format
Right to object: object to processing based on legitimate interest
Right to restriction: request temporary suspension of processing

To exercise your rights: contact@studiodeskreatifs.com

10. Complaints

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés (CNIL) if you believe your rights are not being respected. Website: www.cnil.fr

11. Audience

À la Mine is intended for players aged 12 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 12. If you are a parent or legal guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at contact@studiodeskreatifs.com so we can delete it.

12. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect data against: Unauthorised access Loss or alteration Unauthorised disclosure We never sell, rent or share your personal data with third parties for commercial purposes.

Contact Studio Dés Kréatifs, SAS, Paris, France contact@studiodeskreatifs.com