Privacy Policy
Radegen Studios (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates this website and related online materials for Darks Degrade and associated projects. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our sites or interact with our forms and newsletters. By using the site, you agree to this Policy.
This Policy is for transparency only and is not legal advice. For guidance about your specific situation, consult a qualified attorney.
1. Who we are
The data controller for this site is Radegen Studios (solo / independent studio). For privacy requests, use the contact methods published on our home page (for example Discord, social links, or any official support email we list there).
2. Information we collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Information you provide. If you submit a contact or feedback form, newsletter signup, or similar, we receive the fields you enter (such as name, email address, and message content).
- Technical and usage data. When you load pages, standard server and analytics logs may include IP address, browser type, device type, referring URL, pages viewed, and timestamps. If we use third-party analytics (e.g. privacy-focused or mainstream tools), those providers may process data under their own policies.
- Cookies and similar technologies. We may use cookies or local storage for essential site operation, preferences, or analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings; blocking some cookies may affect site functionality.
- Email newsletter. If you subscribe to our mailing list, the information you submit (typically your email address and any optional fields) is processed by our email service provider Buttondown (Buttondown LLC, United States) to deliver messages and manage subscriptions. Their practices are described in Buttondown’s privacy policy.
3. How we use information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries and operate contact or newsletter features you choose to use.
- Maintain security, prevent abuse, and troubleshoot technical issues.
- Understand aggregate usage to improve content and performance.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
4. Legal bases (EEA, UK, and similar regions)
If applicable law requires a “legal basis,” we rely on: your consent where we ask for it (e.g. optional marketing emails); contract or pre-contract steps when responding to your requests; legitimate interests in securing and improving the site (balanced against your rights); and legal obligation where we must retain or disclose data by law.
5. Sharing and disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service providers that host the site, deliver email, or provide analytics—only as needed to perform services on our behalf and subject to appropriate safeguards.
- Legal and safety when required by law, court order, or to protect rights, safety, and security of users or the public.
- Business transfers in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice where required by law.
6. International transfers
If you access the site from outside the country where our servers or providers are located, your information may be processed in other countries. Where required, we use appropriate mechanisms (such as standard contractual clauses) for cross-border transfers.
7. Retention
We retain personal information only as long as needed for the purposes above, unless a longer period is required or permitted by law (for example, security logs or tax records). Newsletter or contact data is kept until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete it, subject to legal exceptions.
8. Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or export your personal data; restrict or object to certain processing; withdraw consent where processing is consent-based; and lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (for example, in the EEA or UK, with your local data protection authority). To exercise these rights, contact us using the channels on our site. We may need to verify your identity before responding.
California (CPRA): California residents may have additional rights including knowing categories of personal information collected, opting out of “sale” or “sharing” (we do not sell personal information as defined by the CPRA), and limiting use of sensitive personal information. Contact us to submit a request.
9. Children’s privacy
The site is not directed at children under 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
10. Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect information. No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Third-party links
Our site may link to Discord, X (Twitter), GitHub, YouTube, or other services. Those sites have their own privacy policies; we are not responsible for their practices.
12. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will revise the “Last updated” date and, where appropriate, provide a more prominent notice. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated Policy.
13. Contact
For privacy questions or requests, contact Radegen Studios through the official channels on our home page. This Policy should be read together with our Terms of Service.