Last revision: November 12, 2024

Who We Are?

Welcome to GoRiddles! We are a premier entertainment platform dedicated to publishing fun and challenging riddles, brain teasers, and puzzles for all ages. Our website, https://goriddles.com/ (the “Website”), serves as a hub for anyone looking to test their thinking skills, solve clever riddles, and engage in thought-provoking brain challenges. Whether you’re seeking to sharpen your mind or simply enjoy some puzzle-solving entertainment, GoRiddles offers a wide range of riddles and teasers for your enjoyment.

What Is This?

This document is our Privacy Policy, detailing our commitment to the responsible collection, management, storage, and utilization of your personal information. It applies universally to your interactions with us through the Website, any affiliated mobile applications, or other digital and offline interactions you may have with GoRiddles or our subsidiaries.

In this policy, “GoRiddles,” “we,” “us,” “our,” or “ourselves” refers to our company and its operations, while “you” or “your” signifies you, the user, whether as an individual or on behalf of an entity, engaging with our services. our services.

Why Are We Showing You This?

At GoRiddles, your privacy is paramount to us. We are committed to using your information judiciously to enhance your experience on our Website. We welcome your suggestions for improvement or any concerns at contact.goriddles@gmail.com. Our aim is to be transparent in our data practices to ensure you derive maximum value from your information and how we utilize it.

This Privacy Policy works in conjunction with our Terms of Use. We encourage you to review both documents thoroughly to understand our practices and your rights.

By engaging with our Website, you acknowledge and consent to these terms. Should you disagree, we advise against using our services.

Information Collection and Use: How we collect it

At GoRiddles, safeguarding your privacy is at the core of our mission. We gather information in two main ways:

A. Personally Identifiable Information (PII): 

This refers to any data that can specifically identify you. Generally, our website is designed for you to browse without the necessity to reveal identifiable information. However, for enhanced interaction, such as when you register, subscribe to our updates, or reach out to us directly, we collect pertinent details like your name and email. Furthermore, our use of cookies and similar technologies aids in personalizing your experience, while adhering to strict privacy standards. We also integrate information from reliable third-party services, ensuring they align with our privacy principles, to enrich our understanding and service provision.

GoRiddles takes steps to anonymize personal information wherever feasible, ensuring your data is used in the most respectful and protective manner possible.

B. Non-Personally Identifiable Information:

GoRiddles also gathers data that doesn’t directly identify you. This includes details about your device and how you interact with our website—like your operating system, device model, browser type, and how you arrived at our site. We analyze this information to enhance your user experience and improve our services. If this type of data ever merges with your personal information, we’ll protect it with the same level of care as your Personally Identifiable Information.

C. Application of Collected Data

Collected data is used in the following ways:

Further Utilization: Non-personally identifiable or aggregated data may be used for purposes beyond those explicitly listed, adhering to our privacy principles.

Service Provision and Account Creation: Information is crucial for establishing user accounts and delivering contracted services through our Website.

Communication and Marketing: With your consent, we may use your information to respond to inquiries and send newsletters or promotional material.

Analytical Usage: We analyze user interaction with our Website to improve functionality and optimize our services.

Operational Deployment: Data is utilized to ensure the efficient operation of our Website and its infrastructure, often in collaboration with service providers and affiliates.

Compliance and Legal Mandates: Data may be processed, preserved, or disclosed in compliance with legal obligations.

Security Protocols: Your data helps in detecting and preventing security threats, ensuring the safety of our platform.

Corporate Transactions: In the event of mergers, acquisitions, or similar business transitions, user data may be transferred or disclosed as part of our assets.

D. Disclosure of Information to Third Parties

GoRiddles may share your information with third parties under specific circumstances:

Fraud Prevention: To protect against fraud or liability, information may be disclosed to relevant third parties involved in preventing or addressing fraudulent activities.

Analytics Sharing: For website management and service optimization, analytics data is shared with platforms like Google Analytics.

Email Communications: Your contact details are utilized by email service providers (such as MailChimp) for newsletter distribution and other promotional or marketing material.

Advertising Partnerships: Information from cookies and IP addresses may be shared with affiliates for targeted advertising purposes.

Legal Obligations: Disclosure to third parties may occur when legally required or in response to legal processes.

E. Control Over Your Information Sharing

GoRiddles collects standard analytics automatically via tools like Google Analytics for non-registered users. Personal data collection is initiated only upon account creation or form submission, with explicit consent sought for its use. We commit to using your data solely for the purposes it was gathered and respecting your privacy choices.

You have control over how your personal information is shared. If you wish to opt out of certain data collection or sharing practices, you can do so by adjusting your preferences in the Website’s settings or by contacting us at contact.goriddles@gmail.com.

F. Data Retention Policy

GoRiddles evaluates the retention period for your information based on the type of data, the potential risks of unauthorized access, the purposes for which the information is collected, and the possibility of meeting those purposes through other means. We ensure that your data is held no longer than necessary, aligning with our commitment to privacy and data protection.

G. Rights Under EU Legislation

GoRiddles recognizes the rights granted under EU law, such as the GDPR, to individuals regarding their personal data. These rights include being informed about, accessing, correcting, erasing, and restricting the processing of their data, as well as data portability, objecting to its use, and making decisions about automated decision-making and profiling.

GoRiddles commits to upholding these rights and will seek explicit consent before using data in new ways. We ensure compliance with GDPR and DPA, offering a transparent process for users to access their personal information upon request. For any inquiries, please contact us at contact.goriddles@gmail.com. We will provide the requested information within one month of your request, ensuring your rights are respected and handled with due diligence.

H. Managing Your Personal Information

GoRiddles empowers you to adjust or withdraw the permissions you’ve granted us regarding your personal data. This includes modifying how we can use your information, requesting a halt in its use, or deletion of all personal data we have on you. To exercise these rights, please reach out to us at contact.goriddles@gmail.com. Additionally, you have the option to opt out of our processing your information for marketing purposes via the same contact. Our commitment is to respect and facilitate your preferences concerning your personal data.

Protecting Your Information

A. Keeping it Safe

At GoRiddles, we prioritize the security of your personal information. We employ commercially viable and reasonable security measures to protect your data against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. Data access is limited to essential personnel bound by confidentiality obligations, ensuring secure processing. Our security strategies include:

  1. SSL encryption to enhance the security of our services.
  2. Advanced protection through our hosting solutions.
  3. Continuous evaluation and improvement of our security practices.

However, absolute security cannot be guaranteed. We have robust protocols for responding to suspected data breaches, including notifying affected individuals and regulatory bodies in compliance with legal obligations.

B. External Website Links

Our website may contain links to external sites, which are governed by their own privacy policies. GoRiddles is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

C. User Content Posting

Any content you post on our site or through social media platforms could become publicly accessible. GoRiddles cannot retract or delete content once it’s shared with third parties. Please be mindful of this when posting personal information or comments on public forums or social platforms linked to our Website.

D. Do Not Track Signals

GoRiddles does not alter its data collection and use practices in response to Do Not Track signals from web browsers. We use data for purposes outlined in this privacy policy regardless of such signals, but you can adjust cookie settings or analytics preferences via your browser.

E. Use by Minors

Our services are intended for users over the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If such data is collected inadvertently, it will be deleted upon discovery.

If parents or guardians notice that a minor has shared personal data with GoRiddles, they can request its review or deletion. Verification of parental status is required to proceed. Please contact us at contact.goriddles@gmail.com for such inquiries to ensure a secure process for managing minors’ data in accordance with legal standards.

F. Regulatory Compliance and Complaint Resolution

GoRiddles conducts regular reviews of its privacy policy to ensure adherence to applicable legal standards. Despite our small size, we commit to engaging promptly with individuals who lodge formal complaints, aiming to resolve such matters efficiently. Should issues arise that cannot be settled directly, we will engage with the pertinent regulatory authorities to find a resolution.

Additionally, individuals possess the right to submit complaints to their local supervisory authority concerning the processing of their personal data, should they believe it infringes upon local regulatory mandates.

General Information and Policy Understanding

A. Unsolicited Information:
GoRiddles never requests personal data unexpectedly. We use your information solely for fulfilling direct inquiries or requests made via our Website.

B. Policy Amendments:
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time, with changes announced on our Website. Continued use of GoRiddles after updates signifies acceptance of these changes.

C. User Rights and Complaints:
We respect user rights globally. For concerns or to exercise your rights regarding personal data, please contact us at contact.goriddles@gmail.com. We are committed to responding promptly and addressing any concerns with the utmost diligence.

D. Inquiries:
Questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy can be directed to contact.goriddles@gmail.com. We strive to keep you informed and ensure you are comfortable with our data practices.