Privacy Policy

PokopiaDb ("we", "us", "our") operates the website pokopiadb.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, use our services (including databases, calculators, trackers, planners, and community features for Pokémon Pokopia game), or interact with us. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access the Site ("you" or "User"). By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Information We Collect We collect information in the following ways: A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

Account Information: When you create an account (optional for trackers/progress saving), we may collect your email address, username, password (hashed), and profile details. User-Generated Content: Uploaded island layouts, screenshots, comments, forum posts, or corrections/submissions to our database. Contact Information: If you contact us via email, form, or feedback, we collect your name, email, and message content. Other: Any information you voluntarily provide, such as in surveys or community features.

B. Information Collected Automatically

Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, pages visited, time spent, referral sources, and interaction data (clicks, searches). Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies for analytics, functionality, and (if enabled) advertising. This includes: Essential cookies (site functionality, login sessions) Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics to understand usage) Preference cookies (dark mode, language) Marketing cookies (if we run ads in the future)

Log Data: Standard server logs including access times, requested URLs, and error information.

We do not collect precise geolocation data beyond approximate IP-based location (e.g., city/state level for analytics). 2. How We Use Your Information We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve the Site and its features (e.g., saving your progress tracker, personalizing database views). To authenticate accounts and prevent unauthorized access. To respond to your inquiries, support requests, or feedback. To analyze usage trends and optimize content (e.g., popular Pokémon habitats or recipes). To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or abuse. To comply with legal obligations. For internal research, development, and statistical purposes (aggregated/anonymized data).

We do not sell your personal information. We may share anonymized/aggregated data for analytics or research. 3. Sharing of Your Information We may share your information in these limited cases:

Service Providers: With third-party vendors who help us operate the Site (e.g., hosting providers like Vercel/AWS, analytics like Google Analytics, database like Firebase/MongoDB Atlas, email services). These providers are contractually bound to use data only for our purposes and protect it. Legal Requirements: If required by law, subpoena, court order, or government request. Business Transfers: In connection with merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. With Your Consent: For any other purpose with your explicit permission.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies. You can manage preferences via our cookie banner (if implemented) or browser settings. For more details, see our [Cookie Policy] We may use:

Google Analytics (anonymous usage stats) Other tools for performance and security

5. Your Privacy Rights Depending on your location:

California Residents (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to know what personal information we collect/use/share, request deletion, opt-out of "sales" (we do not sell), and non-discrimination for exercising rights. Submit requests to [support@pokopiadb.com]. EU/EEA/UK Residents (GDPR/UK GDPR): Rights include access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, objection to processing, and withdraw consent. We act as data controller; contact us for requests. Other Users: We honor reasonable access, correction, or deletion requests where applicable.

To exercise rights, email us at support@pokopiadb.com. We respond within 45 days (extendable under law). Verification may be required. 6. Data Retention We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined (e.g., account data while active + 1 year after deletion request; logs for security up to 12 months). Anonymized data may be kept longer for analytics. 7. Data Security We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data (e.g., encryption in transit, access controls). However, no method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. 8. Children's Privacy Our Site is not directed to children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have, we will delete it. Contact us if you believe a child provided data. 9. International Data Transfers As a US-based site (Pasadena, California), data may be processed in the United States or other countries. We use safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses where required) for international transfers. 10. Third-Party Links The Site may contain links to external sites (e.g., Pokémon official pages, community Discord). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. 11. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last updated" date. For material changes, we may notify via email or prominent notice on the Site. 12. Contact Us For questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices:

Email: support@pokopiadb.com Website: https://pokopiadb.com Address: PokopiaDb, Pasadena, CA, USA (or your actual business address if registered)

Thank you for using PokopiaDb. Your trust matters to us.