DF Build Privacy Policy

Welcome to DF Build. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

DF Build collects the minimum amount of information necessary to provide and improve our tactical gaming guide services. We may collect:

1.1 Information Collected Automatically

• Technical information: IP address, browser type and version, device details, operating system, referring URLs.
• Usage information: Pages visited, time spent on the site, click patterns, search queries.
• Performance data: Page load times, error reports, site performance metrics.

1.2 Information You Provide

• Contact information: Email address provided when you contact us or report an issue.
• User-generated content: Comments, build submissions, or other content you choose to share.
• Feedback: Survey responses, feedback forms, or support communications.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our tactical guide services.
• Site optimization: To analyze user behavior and improve performance and user experience.
• Communication: To respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and send important updates.
• Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats.
• Legal compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the limited circumstances below:

• Service providers: Trusted third-party services that help us operate the site (e.g., Cloudflare R2 for file storage, analytics providers).
• Legal requirements: When we are required to disclose information by law, legal process, or government request.
• Safety and protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of DF Build, our users, or the public.
• Business transfers: In connection with any merger, asset sale, or acquisition.

4. Third-Party Services

Our website uses the following third-party services:

• Cloudflare R2: For secure file storage and content delivery.
• Image services: External image hosting for visual content.
• Analytics tools: To understand site usage and improve user experience.
• Ad networks: To display ads on the site.

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review their practices when accessing their services through our site.

5. Data Security

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

6. Data Retention

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

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information: access, rectification, deletion, portability, objection, and restriction of processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. See the GDPR and CCPA sections below for more details.

8. Advertising and Third-Party Partners

We collaborate with third-party advertising partners to display ads on our site. These partners may collect information about your browsing activity across websites to provide targeted advertising.

8.1 Advertising Partners

Our advertising partners may include Google AdSense/AdX, Amazon Associates, and others. These partners have their own privacy policies.

8.2 Your Advertising Choices

You can opt out of interest-based advertising via platforms such as http://optout.aboutads.info/.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and optimize our services. When you first visit our website, you can manage your preferences through our cookie consent banner.

10. Children's Privacy

This site is not directed to children under 13 (or the age of digital consent in your jurisdiction, if higher). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in this age group. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact [email protected] immediately, and we will promptly delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. If you access our site from outside the U.S., please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your country/region. By using the site, you consent to this transfer.

12. GDPR Compliance (for European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

• Legal bases for processing: Our legal bases include our legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services), your consent (e.g., for cookies), or legal obligations.
• Data controller: DF Build is the data controller for information collected via this website.
• Your rights: You have the right to access, rectify, erase your data, restrict or object to processing, and data portability. You also have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise your rights, contact us. We will respond within 30 days. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

13. CCPA Compliance (for California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

• Your rights: You have the right to know the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, and disclose; to request deletion of your personal information; and to opt out of the "sale" of your personal information.
• Notice regarding "sale" of data: Under the CCPA's broad definition, sharing data with advertising partners may be deemed a "sale" of personal information. You have the right to opt out of such sharing.

Do Not Sell My Personal Information: To opt out of the "sale" of your personal information, email [email protected] with the subject line "CCPA Opt-Out."

To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us. We will verify your identity before processing your request.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the updated policy on the website and indicate the new "Last Updated" date.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: