Privacy Policy
FindWordsGuide is an unofficial, fan-made website and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the creators or publishers of Word Search: Crossword Puzzles. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have over your information.
Last updated: October 25, 2025
At a Glance
- We collect only what we need to run the site and send newsletters or reply to messages you send us.
- Essential cookies keep the site working; optional analytics cookies are used only with consent.
- You can unsubscribe from emails at any time and request access, deletion, or correction of your data.
- We never sell your personal information.
1. Who We Are
FindWordsGuide (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a community-run, unofficial fan site. If you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter, we act as the data controller for your personal information.
2. Data We Collect
- Contact form data: name, email address, and message content you submit.
- Newsletter data: name and email address to deliver updates.
- Cookies: essential cookies required to operate the site; optional analytics cookies if you consent. See Cookies.
- Server logs: automatically generated technical logs (e.g., IP address, user agent, date/time) necessary for security and debugging.
3. How We Use Data
- Provide the website and core features.
- Send newsletters you request and manage subscriptions.
- Respond to messages and support requests.
- Improve content and measure site performance (only if analytics cookies are accepted).
- Prevent abuse, secure the site, and comply with legal obligations.
4. Legal Bases
Where applicable (e.g., EU/UK), we process data on the following bases: consent (newsletter and analytics), performance of a contract (responding to your inquiries), legitimate interests (site security, basic analytics strictly necessary for operation), and legal obligations.
6. Analytics
If enabled by your consent, we may use a privacy-friendly analytics service to understand aggregated usage (page views, device types, referrers). We configure analytics to avoid collecting unnecessary personal data whenever possible. You can revoke consent at any time via your browser’s cookie settings.
8. Data Retention
- Newsletter data: retained until you unsubscribe or your email bounces repeatedly.
- Contact messages: retained for up to 12 months after the conversation is resolved, unless required longer for legal or security reasons.
- Consent cookie: up to 12 months, unless you clear cookies earlier.
- Server logs: typically up to 90 days, unless required for investigation or security.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or receive a copy of your personal data, to withdraw consent, to object or restrict certain processing, and to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@findwordsguide.com.
10. Children
This site is intended for a general audience but is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or a higher age where required by local law). If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us to remove it.
11. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including using HTTPS, limited access, and periodic reviews. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
12. International Transfers
If your data is transferred across borders, we rely on safeguards such as standard contractual clauses and partner certifications, as applicable.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date above reflects the latest version. Significant changes will be highlighted on this page.
14. Contact
Questions about privacy? Email us at privacy@findwordsguide.com. For general inquiries, use the contact form on our Home page.
Related pages: Terms · Cookies
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