1. Introduction

Draw a Car ("we", "our", "us") operates the drawacar.fun website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• User-submitted content: Car drawings you create and submit
• Optional player names: Display names you choose for leaderboards
• Technical information: IP addresses (stored in hashed format for privacy protection)
• Game data: Scores, race statistics, and gameplay performance
• Cookies: Session management and third-party advertising cookies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Operate and improve the Draw a Car gaming platform
• Display your car drawings in galleries and game modes
• Maintain leaderboards and track game statistics
• Prevent abuse and ensure fair gameplay
• Serve relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
• Comply with legal obligations under Australian law

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Other users: Your drawings and optional player name are visible to other players
• Google AdSense: For advertising purposes (see Google's Privacy Policy)
• Law enforcement: When required by Australian law or court order

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Hashing IP addresses to protect user identity
• Secure database storage with access controls
• Regular security reviews and updates

6. Overseas Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed on servers located outside of Australia, including Google's servers for AdSense. By using our service, you consent to such transfers in accordance with APP 8.

7. Your Rights

Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:

• Access personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Lodge a complaint about our privacy practices

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Cookies

We use cookies for:

• Essential cookies: Required for site functionality and session management
• Analytics cookies: To understand how users interact with our site
• Advertising cookies: Used by Google AdSense to serve relevant ads

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is intended for users aged 13 and above. Users under 13 should only use the service with parental supervision. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries or complaints, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@drawacar.fun
Location: Queensland, Australia

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au