Privacy Policy for Derby Champions

Effective Date: March 24, 2026
Last Updated: March 24, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Derby Champions (“the Game”), operated by High Greyed LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”).

Derby Champions is a horse racing game where players can breed horses, trade horses, race, improve horse stats, and expand and customize their ranch.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you:

  • Play Derby Champions
  • Create or use an account
  • Use multiplayer features
  • Interact with our website or services

By using Derby Champions, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

A. Account Information

We may collect:

  • Email address
  • Login credentials (such as password or authentication data)
  • Unique player ID or account identifier
  • Account linking data (if introduced in the future)

B. Gameplay and Profile Information

We may collect and store:

  • Player profile and username
  • In-game progress and progression data
  • Horses owned, bred, trained, raced, or traded
  • Ranch customization and assets
  • Inventory, rewards, and virtual currency
  • Match history, rankings, and leaderboard data
  • Social, trading, or multiplayer-related data

Some of this information (such as usernames, rankings, or gameplay activity) may be visible to other players.

C. Multiplayer and Online Data

When using online features, we may process:

  • Matchmaking and session data
  • Network identifiers necessary for gameplay
  • Player interactions (races, trading, etc.)
  • Server diagnostics and connection data

D. Analytics and Usage Information

We may collect:

  • Device type and operating system
  • Language and region
  • Session length and gameplay activity
  • Features used and progression patterns
  • Crash reports and performance data

E. Technical and Security Information

We may collect:

  • IP address
  • Device identifiers
  • Log files
  • Anti-cheat, fraud prevention, and security data

F. Cookies and Tracking Technologies (Website)

When you visit our website, we may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember preferences
  • Analyze traffic and usage
  • Improve performance and user experience
  • Support login and functionality

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings where applicable.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage accounts
  • Authenticate users
  • Provide gameplay features (racing, breeding, trading, multiplayer)
  • Save and sync player progress
  • Improve gameplay, balance, and performance
  • Monitor and fix bugs or crashes
  • Detect and prevent cheating, abuse, or fraud
  • Provide customer support
  • Enable future features such as account linking
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms

We only collect data necessary to operate and improve the Game.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where required by law, we process personal data based on:

  • Performance of a contract (providing the Game)
  • Legitimate interests (improving, securing, and operating the Game)
  • Consent (where required)
  • Legal obligations

5. Multiplayer, Trading, and Social Features

To enable gameplay features, we may:

  • Display usernames, rankings, and player profiles
  • Maintain ownership and trade records
  • Record race results and progression
  • Synchronize multiplayer sessions

Derby Champions does not offer gambling or real-money wagering.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party providers to operate the Game, including:

  • Backend and hosting services
  • Multiplayer networking services
  • Analytics providers
  • Platform providers such as Steam

These providers may process data on our behalf in accordance with their own privacy policies.

7. Purchases and Payments

If in-game purchases are offered, payment processing is handled by platform providers (such as Steam) or third-party payment processors.

We do not directly collect or store payment card information.

8. Account Linking and Future Features

We may introduce optional account linking or additional login methods in the future.

If implemented, we may collect additional identifiers to:

  • Link accounts across platforms
  • Prevent fraud or duplication
  • Restore player progress

We will update this Privacy Policy if data practices materially change.

9. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the Game and maintain accounts
  • Preserve gameplay progress
  • Meet legal and security obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When no longer needed, data will be deleted or anonymized where reasonably possible.

10. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share personal information.

We may share information:

  • With service providers
  • With platform providers
  • If required by law or legal process
  • To protect rights, safety, or security
  • In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your own.

We take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place where required.

12. Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your data.

However, no system is completely secure, and use of the Game is at your own risk.

13. Children’s Privacy

Derby Champions is not directed to children under 13 (or higher age where required by local law).

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children in violation of applicable laws. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it.

14. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Withdraw consent

Account Deletion

You may request account deletion by contacting us at the email below. We will process requests within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal or security obligations.

15. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident:

  • We do not sell or share personal information as defined by law
  • You may request access or deletion of your data
  • You may exercise your rights by contacting us

16. Platform Data (Steam)

If you access Derby Champions through Steam, that platform may collect and process data under its own privacy policy.

Your use of platform services is subject to their terms and policies.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

We will update the “Last Updated” date and provide notice where appropriate.

Continued use of the Game means you accept the updated policy.

18. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests, contact us at:

High Greyed LLC
support@derbychampions.com