Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Rankeno (the “Site”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit rankeno.com.

1. Scope

This policy applies to information collected through rankeno.com and related pages we operate that link to this policy. The Site is a content website that publishes reviews and rankings of mobile games and apps. We do not offer user accounts or sign-in functionality.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information you provide

We may collect information you choose to provide, such as when you:

• Email us or otherwise contact us (e.g., your name, email address, and the contents of your message).

B. Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain information from your device and browser, such as:

• IP address (or an approximation derived from it), device identifiers, browser type, operating system
• Referring/exit pages, pages viewed, time spent, and interaction events
• General location information (e.g., city-level), language, and device characteristics

This information is collected through standard server logs and analytics tools.

C. Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies or similar technologies primarily for analytics. See our Cookie Policy for details, including how to control cookies.

3. How We Use Information

We use information for purposes such as:

• Operating and maintaining the Site
• Understanding how visitors use the Site and improving content, features, and performance
• Measuring traffic and usage trends (analytics)
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues, security incidents, and abuse
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms

4. Legal Bases (EEA/UK)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, we process personal data only when we have a lawful basis, including:

• Consent (e.g., where required for analytics cookies)
• Legitimate interests (e.g., to operate, secure, and improve the Site)
• Legal obligations (e.g., responding to lawful requests)

Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time (see “Your choices”).

5. How We Share Information

We may share information in these situations:

A. Service providers

We use vendors to help operate the Site, such as analytics providers, hosting providers, and security services. These vendors process information on our behalf under contractual obligations.

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand Site traffic and usage. Google may process usage data and set cookies or identifiers in accordance with its terms and policies.

B. Legal and safety

We may disclose information if we believe disclosure is required by law or is necessary to:

• Comply with legal process or governmental requests
• Enforce our agreements or policies
• Protect the rights, property, and safety of Rankeno, our users, or others

C. Business transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Server logs are typically retained for a short period for security and troubleshooting.
• Analytics data retention depends on our configuration and the analytics provider’s settings. We aim to retain analytics data for no longer than necessary for reporting and improving the Site.

7. International Transfers

We are based in the United States and our service providers may process data in the United States and other countries. Where required (e.g., under GDPR), we rely on appropriate transfer mechanisms such as standard contractual clauses and/or equivalent safeguards.

8. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Choices

A. Cookie controls

You can control cookies through:

• Your browser settings (e.g., blocking or deleting cookies)
• Any cookie banner/preferences tool we provide (where required)
• Google’s browser add-on for opting out of Google Analytics (where available)

Blocking cookies may impact analytics accuracy and some site functionality.

B. Do Not Track

Some browsers transmit “Do Not Track” signals. Because there is no uniform standard, we do not respond to DNT signals in a standardized way.

10. Your Privacy Rights

A. EEA/UK rights (GDPR)

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Port your data
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

B. California rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident and the CCPA/CPRA applies to us, you may have rights to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how we use/disclose it
• Request deletion of personal information (subject to exceptions)
• Correct inaccurate personal information
• Opt out of “sale” or “sharing” of personal information (as defined by law)
• Limit use/disclosure of sensitive personal information (if applicable)
• Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To exercise rights, contact us at contact@rankeno.com. We may need to verify your request and may ask for additional information to do so.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us so we can take appropriate action.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page and update the effective date. Changes are effective when posted.