Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Barrass Software ("the Site", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit, use our services from https://Steamgg.co.uk (the "Site") or otherwise communicate with us (collectively, the "Services").

For purposes of this Privacy Policy, "you" and "your" means you as the user of the Services, whether you are a website visitor or another individual whose information we have collected pursuant to this Privacy Policy.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using and accessing any of the Services, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not use or access any of the Services.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, including to reflect changes to our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the revised Privacy Policy on the Site, update the "Last updated" date and take any other steps required by applicable law.

How We Collect and Use Your Personal Information

To provide the Services, we collect and have collected over the past 12 months personal information about you from a variety of sources. The information that we collect and use varies depending on how you interact with us.

In addition to the specific uses set out below, we may use information we collect about you to communicate with you, provide the Services, comply with any applicable legal obligations, enforce any applicable terms of service, and to protect or defend the Services, our rights, and the rights of our users or others.

What Personal Information We Collect

The types of personal information we obtain about you depends on how you interact with our Site and use our Services. When we use the term "personal information", we are referring to information that identifies, relates to, describes or can be associated with you.

Information We Collect Directly from You

Information that you directly submit to us through our Services may include:

• Steam profile information including Steam ID, username, and public profile data
• Email addresses for payment processing and account notifications
• Steam64 ID for linking payments to your gaming profile
• Basic contact details when you communicate with us
• User-generated content such as tags, ratings, and comments you submit
• Support information when you contact us for assistance

Information We Collect Automatically

We automatically collect certain information about your interaction with the Services ("Usage Data"). This may include:

• Device information, browser information, and IP address
• Information about your network connection
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and interaction patterns
• Referral sources and search terms used to find our Site

Information We Obtain from Third Parties

We may obtain information about you from third parties, including:

• Steam API - Public profile information, game statistics, and other publicly available Steam data
• Stripe - Payment processing data, transaction information, and subscription status for supporter accounts
• Analytics providers who help us understand how our Site is used
• Security services that help protect against fraud and abuse

How We Use Your Personal Information

• Providing Services: We use your information to provide Steam profile analysis, statistics, and community features
• Payment Processing: We use your email and Steam64 ID to process subscription payments and manage supporter accounts
• Account Management: We use your information to provide supporter benefits, maintain subscription status, and display supporter badges
• Improving Services: We analyze usage patterns to improve our website functionality and user experience
• Communication: We use your information to respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Security: We use your information to detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or malicious activity
• Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations

How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

• Payment Processors: We share necessary payment information (email, Steam64 ID) with Stripe to process subscription payments securely. Stripe has its own privacy policy governing the use of your information.
• With service providers who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, security)
• When required by law or to protect our rights and the rights of others
• In connection with a business transaction such as a merger or acquisition
• With your consent or at your direction

Payment Information

We use Stripe, a third-party payment processor, to handle all subscription payments for our supporter program. When you make a payment:

• Payment Processing: Your payment information (credit card details, billing information) is processed directly by Stripe. We do not store or have access to your full payment details.
• Information Shared: We share your email address and Steam64 ID with Stripe to link payments to your gaming profile and provide subscription services.
• Stripe's Privacy Policy: Stripe has its own privacy policy that governs how they handle your payment information. You can review Stripe's privacy policy at https://stripe.com/privacy.
• Transaction Data: We receive limited transaction information from Stripe (such as payment success/failure, subscription status) to provide your supporter benefits.
• Subscription Management: We use this information to manage your subscription, display supporter badges, and provide access to supporter features.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, please be aware that no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specific retention periods include:

• Account Information: Steam profile data and user-generated content are retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deletion
• Payment and Subscription Data: Transaction records, subscription history, and supporter status are retained for accounting, tax, and legal compliance purposes (typically 7 years)
• Usage Data: Analytics and usage information may be retained in aggregated form for service improvement

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing of your information

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including Steam profiles and other gaming platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

International Users

Our Services are hosted and operated from the United States. If you are accessing our Services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our website or by visiting our support channels.