Privacy Policy

Introduction

Effective 31 March 2026. This policy covers data practices on megajoker.ie. Our site offers independent information about slot machine math models. We run this as a small research cell: three former college roommates with physics and software localization experience. We coordinate through a shared local server and meet each week at a co-working space in Carlow Ireland to verify the models. Our email is [email protected] for any questions.

The focus here centers on transparency. We collect minimal data because this remains an informational project. No gambling services exist on the site. Visitors read about payout structures probability calculations and game mechanics like those in the Mega joker slot without playing or registering.

Scope applies to anyone accessing the site from anywhere. Irish law including GDPR shapes our approach since we operate from Ireland. Read on for specifics about data flows storage and your options.

If terms change we post updates here with the new effective date. Check back periodically especially after notices.

Information We Collect

Data falls into categories: personal identifiers technical logs and usage patterns. Personal data means info linked to you like an email if submitted via contact form. We gather no names addresses or payment details since no transactions occur.

Technical data includes IP address browser type device info operating system and language settings. These arrive automatically when pages load. Usage covers pages viewed time spent referral sources and exit points.

No sensitive data such as health finances or biometrics enters our systems. For analytics we track aggregate trends not individual profiles. Example: total visits per day or popular articles without tying to specific users.

Contact form submissions provide name email and message text voluntarily. Server logs record timestamps URLs accessed and error reports. All stay anonymized where possible.

We avoid third-party forms or logins. No social media plugins embed here to limit tracking.

How We Collect Information

Collection happens two ways: automatic and user-initiated. Automatic pulls from HTTP requests. Each page view sends headers with your IP user-agent and referrer.

Cookies store small files on your device for session management and preferences. Analytics scripts note interactions without profiles.

User-initiated comes from the contact form. Submit details reach our server processed by basic PHP scripts. No databases store form data long-term; emails go to [email protected].

Local server handles hosting. Logs generate via Apache or Nginx configurations standard for web servers.

No microphone camera or location access requested. HTTPS encrypts transmissions from your browser to us.

How We Use Collected Information

Primary uses support site operation and improvement. Technical logs diagnose errors track uptime and spot abuse patterns like excessive requests from one IP.

Usage data informs content updates. High-traffic sections get more detail low ones refresh. This keeps math model pages relevant.

Contact info receives responses only. We reply to queries about slot probabilities or model verification. No marketing emails send out.

Aggregate stats appear in articles. Example: visitor interest in Mega joker RTP discussions shapes future posts.

Legal compliance drives some uses. Records meet audit needs under Irish data protection acts. Research stays internal no commercial sale.

Team access limited to three members. Weekly meetings review logs for model validation not personal snooping.

Sharing and Disclosure of Information

No data sells to third parties. Sharing occurs rarely and only with safeguards.

Service providers get minimal access. Hosting in Ireland uses providers compliant with EU standards. Analytics if used aggregate only no raw logs shared.

Legal requests compel disclosure. Courts or regulators in Ireland receive data if subpoenaed. We notify users if possible unless prohibited.

Business transfers nonexistent now. Should the project end data deletes.

No international sharing beyond EU hosting. All processing stays local.

Contact responses stay private between sender and [email protected].

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies help functionality. Essential ones maintain sessions across pages. Preferences remember language choice.

Analytics cookies from tools like Google Analytics track visits. They set first-party cookies _ga _gid for unique IDs duration 2 years and 24 hours.

Performance cookies measure load times. No advertising cookies exist.

To manage clear browser settings or use tools like Cookiebot. Consent banner appears on first visit choices save via cookie.

Local storage used sparingly for offline model viewers. Data stays device-side.

Full list: sessionid (session), lang (1 year), _ga (2 years), _gat (1 min). Reject non-essential anytime refresh page.

We review cookies quarterly during Carlow meets adjust based on necessity.

Data Retention Periods

Logs keep 12 months then aggregate or delete. Contact emails retain until resolved plus 6 months.

Cookies follow their expiry. Analytics data anonymizes after 26 months per tool policies.

No indefinite storage. Annual purge runs manual by team.

Criteria: legal needs (6 years for some audits), operational utility, user request.

Deleted data shreds securely irrecoverable.

Your Rights Under Data Protection Law

GDPR grants rights. Access confirms what we hold. Submit request to [email protected] response in 1 month.

Rectification corrects inaccuracies. Erasure deletes where no ongoing need. Restriction pauses processing during disputes.

Portability provides copy in structured format. Objection stops non-essential uses.

Withdraw consent anytime for cookies. Automated decisions absent here all manual.

Complaints go to Data Protection Commission Ireland dpc.ie. We cooperate fully.

Verification may require ID proof minimal data collected limits scope.

Exercise rights free no fees unless vexatious.

Security Measures

Protection layers include HTTPS everywhere. Server firewalls block unauthorized access.

Data encrypts at rest using standard algorithms. Access controls password-protected server VPN for team.

Regular updates patch vulnerabilities. Backups offline secure location.

Small team reduces risk three known individuals only.

Incident response plan notifies authorities users if breach affects rights.

Audits during weekly sessions check logs for anomalies.

International Data Transfers

All data stays in EU. Hosting Ireland analytics EU servers.

No transfers to third countries. Google Analytics configured EEA only.

Future changes assess adequacy decisions.

Children's Privacy

Site not directed at under 16s. No knowledge of child users.

Parents contact to remove any data. Strict verification applies.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Updates post here new date. Major changes email past contacts if applicable.

Review date logged continued use means acceptance.

Contact Us

Questions to [email protected]. Responses in 48 hours weekdays.

Address: c/o Co-working Space Carlow Ireland. No mail collection.

Data Protection Officer role handled by team lead.