PRIVACY POLICY

PRIVACY COMMITMENT

Empirelia was designed from inception with privacy as a core architectural principle rather than an afterthought. This Privacy Policy articulates our data collection, usage, and protection practices with complete transparency. We believe users deserve comprehensive understanding of exactly how their information is handled.

Unlike platforms that monetize user data as a revenue stream, Empirelia's business model involves zero data commercialization. We collect only minimal information necessary for essential platform operation and never sell, rent, lease, or trade user data to third parties for any purpose.

INFORMATION COLLECTION

BROWSER-BASED STORAGE

Empirelia utilizes browser localStorage technology to maintain certain preferences and verifications entirely on your device:

• Age Verification Status: A simple boolean flag confirming you've verified being 18+ years old
• User Preferences: Audio settings, display customizations, and similar configuration options
• Session Information: Temporary data about your current gaming activity

This information resides entirely within your web browser on your device. Empirelia servers never access, upload, or store browser-based data. You maintain complete control through browser settings and can view, modify, or clear this data at any time.

SERVER LOGGING

Our web servers automatically log standard technical information when you access Empirelia:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type, version, and language settings
• Operating system and device type
• Pages accessed and time spent on each page
• Referrer information (website you came from)
• Timestamps for all server requests

This technical data enables security monitoring, performance optimization, and aggregate usage analysis. It's collected automatically through standard web server software and isn't used to personally identify individual users under normal circumstances.

DATA USAGE PURPOSES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONALITY

Browser storage enables critical features like persistent age verification. Without this capability, users would face repeated verification prompts during every visit—a poor user experience we've eliminated through privacy-preserving local storage technology.

SECURITY MAINTENANCE

Server logs serve essential security purposes including identifying potential threats, detecting malicious activity patterns, preventing platform abuse, and ensuring system integrity. This data is critical for protecting all users from bad actors and maintaining a safe entertainment environment.

PLATFORM OPTIMIZATION

Aggregated, anonymized usage patterns inform development decisions and optimization efforts. Understanding which browsers, devices, and operating systems our users employ helps us prioritize compatibility improvements and performance enhancements that benefit the entire user base.

LEGAL COMPLIANCE

In rare circumstances, we may need to use or disclose information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms, protect rights and safety, or respond to valid legal process.

STORAGE TECHNOLOGIES

LOCALSTORAGE EXPLAINED

Empirelia uses browser localStorage rather than traditional tracking cookies. Understanding the distinction is important:

NO THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Empirelia does not employ third-party analytics services, advertising networks, social media tracking pixels, or any other external tracking technologies. Your activity on Empirelia stays on Empirelia. We don't share your browsing behavior with advertising companies or data brokers.

MANAGING STORAGE

You can view, modify, or clear browser storage through your browser's developer tools (usually accessible by pressing F12) or through privacy settings. Note that clearing storage will reset your age verification status, requiring re-confirmation on your next visit to Empirelia.

DATA SHARING PRACTICES

NO COMMERCIAL SHARING

Empirelia does not sell, rent, trade, lease, or otherwise commercially exploit user data. Your information remains with us and is never commoditized for profit. We generate no revenue from data commercialization.

LEGAL DISCLOSURES

We may disclose information if legally compelled through valid court orders, subpoenas, government requests, or other legal processes. Any disclosure is strictly limited to the minimum necessary to satisfy legal requirements. We will resist overbroad or inappropriate requests to the extent legally permissible.

SECURITY INVESTIGATIONS

In cases of detected illegal activity, serious platform abuse, or security incidents threatening our infrastructure or users, we may share relevant information with law enforcement or security professionals to the extent necessary for investigation, prevention, and prosecution.

SECURITY MEASURES

While Empirelia collects minimal data, we protect that data using comprehensive security practices:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS) for all data transmission between your browser and our servers
• Secure server configurations with regular security patches and updates
• Access controls strictly limiting who can view server logs and system data
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments by qualified professionals
• Intrusion detection and prevention systems monitoring for suspicious activity
• Firewall protections and network segmentation

However, no internet-based system is completely invulnerable to all possible threats. While we implement reasonable and industry-standard security measures, we cannot guarantee absolute protection against every conceivable attack vector.

EXTERNAL LINKS

Empirelia includes links to external websites, specifically responsible gaming resources in our footer. These external sites operate independently with their own privacy policies, data practices, and security measures.

We are not responsible for and do not control the privacy practices of external websites. When you leave Empirelia by clicking a link, you become subject to the destination site's privacy policy rather than ours. We encourage reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

The responsible gaming organizations we link to (GambleAware, GamCare, and Gambling Therapy) are reputable entities, but they operate independently and maintain their own distinct data handling practices.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Empirelia is exclusively designed for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect, use, store, or maintain information from individuals under 18 years of age.

If we learn that someone under 18 has accessed our platform or that we've inadvertently collected information from a minor, we will take immediate steps to terminate that access and delete any associated data promptly.

Parents and guardians should actively supervise children's internet usage and employ parental control software to prevent access to age-inappropriate content including social casino platforms like Empirelia.

INTERNATIONAL USERS

Empirelia is accessible globally from various jurisdictions. Users accessing our platform from outside their primary jurisdiction should understand that information may be transmitted, processed, and stored across international borders in countries with different data protection regimes.

By using Empirelia, you consent to the transfer of information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction. We maintain appropriate safeguards regardless of where data is processed or stored.

YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

You maintain several important rights regarding data collected through Empirelia:

• Access Rights: View browser storage data through your browser's developer tools
• Deletion Rights: Clear browser storage at any time through browser settings
• Control Rights: Configure browser to block or restrict localStorage functionality
• Opt-Out Rights: Discontinue use of Empirelia if you disagree with our practices

Note that blocking or disabling localStorage may prevent certain platform features from functioning properly, including age verification persistence and preference retention.

POLICY UPDATES

Empirelia may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other operational factors. Updates are indicated by the date at the top of this policy.

For material changes that significantly alter our data practices, we may provide additional notice through platform banners, notifications, or other appropriate means. We encourage periodic review of this policy to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

Continued use of Empirelia following policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. If you disagree with changes, discontinue platform use.