Privacy Policy & Terms of Service

1. Introduction

At The Gaming Nest, we value your trust and are fully committed to protecting your privacy and personal data while you use our platform. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information, in compliance with local laws and international standards such as the GDPR.

2. Data We Collect

• Account information: name, email, country, and role (developer, artist, reviewer, user, etc.).
• Platform activity: projects you create or join, contributions, comments, and transaction history.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, and operating system to enhance performance and security.
• Optional media: such as profile photos, portfolio files, or assets uploaded to the platform.

3. How We Use Information

• Allow you to create your personal account and use platform services.
• Customize your experience and display content based on your interests and skills.
• Enable AI Matchmaking between projects and talents.
• Manage internal communication, alerts, and update notifications.
• Improve services through technical analytics and performance reviews.
• Comply with legal requirements or requests from authorities when necessary.

4. Data Sharing with Third Parties

• We do not sell or rent your data to any external parties.
• We may share limited data with trusted partners to operate specific services, such as:
• • Email services (e.g., SMTP or SendGrid) for notifications.
• • Secure payment gateways for subscriptions and financial transactions.
• • Analytics tools to monitor overall platform performance.
• All third parties comply with strict confidentiality agreements and high security standards.

5. Data Protection

• Data encryption during transfer using TLS 1.3.
• Internal data storage encryption using AES-256.
• Intrusion detection and firewall protection systems.
• Strict access policies limited to authorized personnel only.

6. User Rights

• Access and review your personal data.
• Edit or update your information at any time.
• Request permanent deletion of your account and all related data.
• Opt-out of data processing or marketing communications.
• Contact us: 📧 noureddin@thegamingnest.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active or as required by law. Once deleted, your data is erased or anonymized within 30 days of the request.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or laws. Users will be notified of major updates via email or in-app notice.

⚖ Terms of Service

1. Introduction

By using or registering on The Gaming Nest, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. Please read them carefully, as your continued use signifies full acceptance without modification.

2. Platform Purpose

The Gaming Nest is a collaborative platform designed to support game developers and creators from the Arab world and beyond, enabling them to showcase their talents, join projects, and participate in creative challenges.

3. User Obligations

• Provide accurate and complete information upon registration.
• Do not create fake accounts or use the platform for illegal purposes.
• Respect others’ intellectual property rights.
• Avoid posting offensive or misleading content.
• Do not attempt to hack or disrupt the system.

4. Intellectual Property

All trademarks, logos, and design elements of The Gaming Nest are the property of the platform. Uploaded projects and assets remain the property of their original owners, while granting The Gaming Nest limited rights for fair display and use.

5. User-Generated Content

By uploading any content, you confirm your legal right to do so and grant the platform a limited license to display it within fair-use boundaries.

6. Subscriptions and Transactions

Some platform services may require subscription fees or purchases. All transactions are processed via secure providers and subject to local refund policies.

7. Disclaimer

The platform is provided 'as is' without any warranties. The management assumes no liability for damages arising from use or data loss.

8. Account Suspension or Termination

The administration reserves the right to suspend or delete any account violating the terms, with an official email notice when necessary.

9. Terms Updates

These terms may be updated periodically. Users will be notified, and continued use will be deemed acceptance of the new terms.

10. Contact and Support

📧 noureddin@thegamingnest.com | 🌐 thegamingnest.com/contact