Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Username (chosen by you)
• Email address
• Hashed password (we never store plain text passwords)
• Account creation date and last login time

1.2 Usage Data

When you use our services, we automatically collect:

• Ship builds and configurations you create
• Commander loadouts and strategies
• Fleet membership and activities
• Feature usage patterns (to improve our service)

1.3 Payment Information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain your account
• Save and manage your ship builds and strategies
• Process subscriptions and provide premium features
• Send service-related emails (password resets, subscription updates)
• Improve our services based on usage patterns
• Provide customer support

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Security Measures

• All passwords are hashed using industry-standard bcrypt
• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure database with regular backups
• Limited access to personal data (admin only)

3.2 Data Location

Your data is stored on secure servers in the United States. By using our service, you consent to this transfer and storage.

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Stripe (Payment Processing)

We use Stripe for payment processing. When you subscribe:

• Your payment information goes directly to Stripe
• We never see or store your credit card details
• Stripe's privacy policy applies to payment data

4.2 Analytics

We may use analytics services to understand usage patterns. These services collect anonymous, aggregated data that cannot identify individual users.

5. Cookies and Local Storage

We use cookies and local storage for:

• Keeping you logged in (authentication tokens)
• Remembering your preferences
• Storing temporary build data

These are essential cookies required for the service to function. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Portability

You can:

• View all your data through your account dashboard
• Export your builds and strategies
• Request a copy of all your personal data

6.2 Modification and Deletion

You have the right to:

• Update your account information at any time
• Delete individual builds or strategies
• Request complete account deletion

7. Data Retention

We retain your data as follows:

• Account data: As long as your account is active
• Builds and strategies: Until you delete them
• Deleted accounts: Removed within 30 days
• Payment records: As required by law (typically 7 years)

8. Children's Privacy

Port of Legends is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it immediately.

9. International Users

If you access Port of Legends from outside the United States:

• Your data will be transferred to US servers
• You have the same rights as outlined in this policy
• We comply with applicable data protection laws

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email to registered users
• Displaying a notice on the website

11. Legal Disclaimers and Limitations

11.1 Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information:

• We will notify affected users within 72 hours of discovery
• We will take immediate steps to secure the breach
• We will provide information about what data was affected
• We will offer guidance on protective measures you can take

11.2 Limitation of Liability

11.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Port of Legends harmless from any claims arising from:

• Your violation of this Privacy Policy
• Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
• Your misuse of our services
• Any breach of your account security due to your negligence

12. Compliance and Legal Basis

12.1 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Contract: To provide the services you've subscribed to
• Consent: For optional features and communications
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and prevent fraud
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

12.2 GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements including:

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

12.3 CCPA Compliance (California Users)

California residents have additional rights under CCPA:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale (we do not sell data)
• Right to non-discrimination

13. Dispute Resolution

14. Port Navigator Program™ Data Processing

14.1 Program Overview

The Port Navigator Program™ is our exclusive loyalty discount program for community members who help improve our databases. This section explains how we process data for program participants.

14.2 Data We Collect from Port Navigators

When you apply for or participate in the Port Navigator Program, we collect:

• Application Data: Contact information, application reason, experience level
• Contribution Data: All ship and commander corrections you submit
• Quality Metrics: Accuracy scores, approval rates, rejection reasons
• Activity Tracking: Contribution frequency, timing, and patterns
• Consensus Data: Matching with other Port Navigator submissions
• Payment Data: $1 monthly subscription payment information
• Device Fingerprinting: To prevent abuse and multiple accounts

14.3 How We Use Port Navigator Data

• Process your application and determine eligibility
• Apply the three-person consensus rule for auto-approvals
• Track monthly contribution requirements (10 corrections minimum)
• Process your $1 monthly discount subscription payments
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and gaming of the system
• Improve our validation algorithms and data quality
• Comply with legal requirements and protect against liability

14.4 Legal Basis for Processing

We process Port Navigator data based on:

• Contract Performance: To provide the discount subscription service
• Legitimate Interests: To maintain data quality and prevent fraud
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Consent: For marketing communications about the program

14.5 Data Retention for Port Navigators

• Active Participants: Data retained during participation plus 3 years
• Contribution History: Retained indefinitely as part of our database
• Payment Records: 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
• Quality Metrics: 2 years for analysis and improvement
• Application Data: 1 year for rejected applications
• IP/Device Data: 90 days for security purposes

14.6 Port Navigator Rights and Controls

As a Port Navigator, you have the right to:

• Access your contribution history and quality scores
• Appeal rejected corrections within 30 days
• Cancel your $1 subscription at any time
• Request data portability for your contributions
• Withdraw from the program (discount ends immediately)

Important: Approved corrections cannot be deleted as they become integral to our database and benefit all users.

14.7 Security and Anti-Fraud Measures

To protect the integrity of the Port Navigator Program:

• Device fingerprinting to prevent multiple accounts
• IP tracking and geolocation verification
• Pattern analysis to detect automated submissions
• Three-person consensus validation system
• Manual review of suspicious activity
• Cross-referencing with verified data sources
• Account suspension for Terms of Service violations

14.8 No Sale of Port Navigator Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade Port Navigator data to third parties. Contribution data is used solely to improve our service for all users. Payment processing is handled by Stripe in compliance with PCI-DSS standards.

14.9 Indemnification and Liability

Port Navigators agree to indemnify Port of Legends against claims arising from their contributions. We operate under Section 230 protections and DMCA safe harbor provisions for user-generated content.

14.10 Tax Information Disclosure

No Tax Reporting for Discount Purchases: The $1 monthly payment is a discounted purchase price, not income. We do not issue Form 1099 or other tax documents for Port Navigator discount subscriptions, as this is equivalent to student or senior citizen discounts.

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