1. Our Commitment to Privacy

At GoldHaven, we believe that privacy is a fundamental right. We have designed our platform to collect minimal data and to operate with transparency about our practices. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we use it.

We do not sell, rent, lease, or trade your personal information to third parties. Your privacy is not a commodity to us.

2. Information Collection

GoldHaven collects very limited information to provide our services:

• Age Verification Status: We use browser localStorage to record that you have confirmed being 18 years or older. This prevents repeated age verification prompts on subsequent visits.
• Technical Data: We may collect basic technical information such as browser type, device type, operating system, and screen resolution to optimize game performance and user experience.
• Usage Patterns: We may collect general information about how users interact with our platform to identify technical issues and improve functionality.

We do not collect personal identifying information such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, physical addresses, or payment information. Since GoldHaven is a free platform with no accounts or transactions, such information is neither requested nor needed.

3. How We Use Information

The minimal data we collect is used exclusively for:

• Enforcing our 18+ age requirement through localStorage verification
• Optimizing game performance across different browsers and devices
• Identifying and resolving technical issues or bugs
• Improving overall user experience and platform functionality
• Maintaining platform security and preventing abuse

We do not use your information for marketing, advertising, or any purpose unrelated to providing and improving our free entertainment service.

4. Local Storage Technology

GoldHaven uses browser localStorage to save your age verification preference. This is a simple data storage mechanism built into web browsers that allows websites to save small amounts of information on your device.

The localStorage data we create:

• Is stored locally on your device, not on external servers
• Contains only your age verification confirmation
• Remains on your device until you clear your browser data
• Is not accessible to other websites
• Is not transmitted across the internet

You can delete localStorage data at any time through your browser settings. Clearing this data will require you to verify your age again on your next visit.

5. Third-Party Services and Links

GoldHaven contains links to external responsible gaming resources including GambleAware, GamCare, and Gambling Therapy. These are independent organizations with their own privacy policies and practices.

When you click these links, you leave GoldHaven and enter third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

GoldHaven does not use third-party analytics services, advertising networks, or tracking technologies. Your activity on our platform is not shared with external parties.

6. Data Security Measures

While GoldHaven collects minimal data, we take reasonable precautions to protect any information processed through our platform. However, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Given that we collect virtually no personal information, the risk of data breach impacting your privacy is minimal.

7. Children's Privacy Protection

GoldHaven is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. Our age verification system is designed to prevent access by underage users.

If we become aware that a user is under 18, we will take immediate action to prevent further access. Parents and guardians should monitor their children's internet activity and use parental control software to restrict access to age-inappropriate content.

8. Your Privacy Rights

As a GoldHaven user, you have the following rights:

• The right to access information about what data we store (though we store minimal data)
• The right to delete your localStorage data through browser settings
• The right to stop using our platform at any time
• The right to request clarification about our privacy practices

Since we do not maintain user accounts or collect personal identifying information, there is no formal deletion request process. Simply clearing your browser's localStorage removes all GoldHaven data from your device.

9. International Access

GoldHaven is accessible to users worldwide. By using our platform, you acknowledge that the limited data we collect may be processed as described in this Privacy Policy, regardless of your geographic location.

Users are responsible for ensuring their use of GoldHaven complies with local privacy laws and regulations.

10. No Behavioral Tracking

GoldHaven does not engage in cross-site tracking, behavioral profiling, or targeted advertising. We do not create user profiles or monitor your activity across different websites. Your use of GoldHaven is private and not shared with advertisers or data brokers.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service features. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Material changes to our privacy practices will be clearly communicated. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

12. Questions and Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please feel free to contact us through the information provided on our website. We are committed to addressing privacy concerns promptly and transparently.

13. Transparency Commitment

GoldHaven is committed to operating with complete transparency. We have no hidden data collection practices, no undisclosed partnerships with data brokers, and no secret tracking technologies. What you see in this Privacy Policy is exactly what we do - nothing more, nothing less.