Privacy Policy

Company: Zombie Panda Studios ("we", "our", "us")

Zombie Panda Studios respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and what rights you have under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Who We Are

Zombie Panda Studios is an independent game development studio based in Europe.

We build immersive online experiences, including:

• Mafia HQ Europe
• Community-driven online features
• Digital services connected to our games

Controller of your data: Zombie Panda Studios
Contact:info@zombiepanda.nl

2. What Data We Collect

We only collect personal data when it is necessary to provide our services.

Depending on how you use our website or platforms, we may collect:

Information you provide

• Email address (e.g. invitation signup or contact forms)
• Username or profile information (if applicable)
• Messages you send to us

Technical information

• IP address (stored in hashed or minimized form where possible)
• Browser type and device information
• Consent preferences (cookie choices)

Gameplay-related data (if applicable)

• In-game progress, actions, and economy interactions
• Security logs for fraud prevention

3. Why We Collect Your Data

We process personal data only for legitimate purposes, including:

• Providing access to our games and services
• Managing accounts and invitations
• Improving platform performance and stability
• Preventing abuse, fraud, and unauthorized access
• Complying with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data.

4. Cookies & Consent

Zombie Panda Studios uses cookies only when required.

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are always enabled because they are essential for the website to function.

Optional cookies

Analytics or marketing cookies are only used if you explicitly consent.

You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time via the Cookie Settings button on our website.

For full details, see our Cookie Policy.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process data based on:

• Consent - for optional cookies or marketing
• Contract necessity - to provide services you request
• Legitimate interests - security, fraud prevention, service improvement
• Legal obligations - where required

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary.

• Consent logs may be stored for up to 24 months
• Account data is stored while your account remains active
• Security logs are retained only for justified periods

You may request deletion at any time.

7. Sharing of Data

We only share personal data when necessary, such as:

• Hosting providers (EU-based where possible)
• Essential infrastructure services
• Legal authorities if required by law

We never share data for advertising without consent.

8. Your Rights (GDPR)

As an EU user, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@zombiepanda.nl

9. Security

We take security seriously and implement:

• Access controls and role-based permissions
• Audit logging for critical actions
• Secure storage and encryption where applicable
• Strict cookie/script blocking before consent

However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.

10. International Transfers

We aim to keep data within the European Economic Area (EEA). If transfers occur outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy when needed. The latest version will always be available on our website.

12. Contact

If you have questions about privacy or data protection:

Zombie Panda Studios
Email: info@zombiepanda.nl
Location: Europe