Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 24, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Samuel O'Regan ("we", "us", "the Operator") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use Monster Hunt ("the Game", "the Service").

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information from Discord

When you log in using Discord OAuth, we collect:

• Discord User ID: Your unique Discord identifier
• Discord Username: Your current Discord display name

We do not collect your Discord email address.

1.2 Gameplay Data

We collect data related to your in-game activities:

• Monsters caught, bred, traded, and sacrificed
• In-game currency balances (Essence, Resonance)
• Buildings and settlement progress
• Achievements and statistics
• In-app actions and gameplay interactions

1.3 Purchase Information

If you make purchases:

• Transaction records and purchase history
• We do not store payment card details; these are handled securely by our payment processor

1.4 Technical Data

We may collect:

• Timestamps of your activities
• Error logs for troubleshooting

We do not collect:

• IP addresses
• Device information
• Location data

1.5 Email (Account Settings)

• Email may be provided voluntarily via account settings in a future release; it is not collected at login
• Any stored email is encrypted at rest using AES-256-GCM
• To remove a stored email, contact us at oresam@tuta.com or use account settings when available

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and operate the Game
• Track your progress, inventory, and achievements
• Process transactions and purchases
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Prevent cheating and abuse
• Improve and balance the Game
• Communicate important updates
• Respond to support requests

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Storage

Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information.

3.2 Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you request deletion, we will remove your data within a reasonable timeframe, subject to the exceptions in Section 5.

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Discord

The Service uses Discord for authentication (OAuth login). Your use of Discord is subject to Discord's Privacy Policy. We receive limited profile information from Discord as described above.

4.2 Hosting Providers

Our servers are hosted by third-party providers who may process data on our behalf under appropriate data protection agreements.

4.3 Analytics

We use self-hosted analytics (Prometheus/Grafana) for internal monitoring. We do not use third-party analytics services like Google Analytics.

4.4 Payment Processors

If you make purchases, your payment information is handled by our payment processor. We do not have access to your full payment card details.

5. Data Deletion

5.1 Your Rights

You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at oresam@tuta.com.

5.2 Exceptions

Upon deletion request, we will remove your personal data, with the following exceptions:

• Abuse Prevention: We may retain minimal data to prevent banned users from evading restrictions
• Legal Obligations: We may retain data as required by law
• Anonymized Data: We may retain anonymized, aggregated data for analytics

5.3 Processing Time

Deletion requests will be processed within 30 days.

6. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

7. International Users

The Service is operated from South Africa. If you access the Service from outside South Africa, your information may be transferred to and processed in South Africa. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to exceptions)
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at oresam@tuta.com.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes through in-game notifications or our support Discord server. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:

• Email: oresam@tuta.com
• Discord: Monster Hunt Support Server

11. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of South Africa, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).