Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Cosmo Fame Limited ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when you use TheGamingOfWorld at thegamingofworld.xyz, our global superstar fantasy football platform. We serve users primarily in Spain and across Europe, and we process data in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Spanish data protection law.

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read this policy. For details on cookies specifically, see our Cookie Policy. Our Terms of Use govern your use of the platform.

Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal information is:

Cosmo Fame Limited
2/F WEST WING, 821 LAI CHI KOK RD
Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong

Email: support@thegamingofworld.xyz

For privacy-related requests, contact us using the details above. We aim to respond within 30 days.

Information Collected

We collect information in the following categories:

• Account and identity data: name, email address, username, password (stored in hashed form), date of birth, and country of residence when you register or update your profile.
• Gameplay and platform data: squad selections, league memberships, scores, rankings, preferences, and interaction history within TheGamingOfWorld.
• Payment and subscription data: billing name, transaction records, and subscription status. Payment card details are processed by our payment providers and are not stored on our servers.
• Technical and usage data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, pages visited, referral URLs, and session timestamps collected via cookies and similar technologies.
• Communications: content of messages you send through contact forms, support tickets, or email correspondence.
• Marketing preferences: your choices regarding newsletters, promotional emails, and push notifications where available.

We do not intentionally collect special category data (such as health or biometric data). Please do not submit sensitive information through our platform.

How We Use Data

We use your personal data to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain TheGamingOfWorld, including squad building, scoring, leagues, and leaderboards across global football competitions.
• Create and manage your account, authenticate logins, and process subscription payments.
• Personalise your experience, such as showing relevant leagues, player stats, and content for managers in Spain and other regions.
• Send service-related notifications (matchday reminders, account alerts, billing confirmations).
• Send marketing communications where you have opted in. You may unsubscribe at any time.
• Analyse usage patterns to improve features, fix bugs, and develop new tools for fantasy managers.
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, security incidents, and violations of our Terms of Use.
• Comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests from authorities.

Legal Basis

Under the GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases for processing:

• Contract performance: processing necessary to provide the services you request, including account management and subscription fulfilment.
• Legitimate interests: platform security, analytics, product improvement, and limited direct marketing to existing customers, balanced against your rights.
• Consent: non-essential cookies, marketing emails, and optional features where consent is required. You may withdraw consent at any time.
• Legal obligation: processing required to meet tax, accounting, or regulatory requirements.

Where we rely on legitimate interests, you have the right to object to certain processing. See "Your Rights" below.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to keep you signed in, remember preferences, measure site performance, and support optional marketing features. Essential cookies are required for core functionality. Analytics and marketing cookies are used only with your consent where required by law.

For a full breakdown of cookie types, retention periods, and how to manage your choices, read our Cookie Policy.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

• Service providers: hosting, analytics, payment processing, email delivery, and customer support tools under strict data processing agreements.
• Football data partners: limited technical identifiers where needed to deliver live stats, player ratings, and match results for global leagues.
• Legal and regulatory bodies: when required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, users, or the public.
• Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality and continued protection of your data.

All third parties are required to process data only on our instructions and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

International Transfers

Cosmo Fame Limited is based in Hong Kong. Your data may be transferred to and processed in Hong Kong, the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, the United States, or other countries where our service providers operate.

When we transfer personal data outside the EEA or UK, we implement appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, adequacy decisions, or equivalent mechanisms required under GDPR Chapter V.

Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

• Active accounts: data is kept for the duration of your account and a reasonable period afterward.
• Closed accounts: most personal data is deleted or anonymised within 90 days of account closure, unless a longer period is required by law.
• Transaction records: billing and tax records may be retained for up to 7 years to meet legal obligations.
• Support communications: retained for up to 3 years unless a longer period is needed to resolve disputes.
• Analytics data: typically aggregated or anonymised within 26 months.

Your Rights

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Spain, you have the following rights under GDPR and local law:

• Access: request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Rectification: ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: request deletion of your data in certain circumstances ("right to be forgotten").
• Restriction: ask us to limit processing in specific situations.
• Portability: receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format where technically feasible.
• Objection: object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
• Withdraw consent: where processing is based on consent, withdraw it without affecting prior lawful processing.

To exercise any of these rights, email support@thegamingofworld.xyz. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) or your local supervisory authority.

Security

We implement technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (TLS/HTTPS), hashed password storage, access controls, regular security reviews, and staff training. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. If you believe your account has been compromised, contact us immediately at support@thegamingofworld.xyz.

Children

TheGamingOfWorld is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, contact us and we will delete it promptly.

Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post the revised policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. For material changes affecting your rights, we will provide notice by email or a prominent banner on the site where required by law.

Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact:

Cosmo Fame Limited
2/F WEST WING, 821 LAI CHI KOK RD
Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong
Email: support@thegamingofworld.xyz

Related documents: Terms of Use, Cookie Policy, Disclaimer.