Last update: March 24, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to MOONHOUND Studio (“we”, “us”, or “our”). We are committed to protecting your personal data and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit https://moonhound.studio (the “Site”). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.

2. Who We Are

MOONHOUND Studio is an indie game studio that blurs the lines between game worlds and reality.

Address: MOONHOUND Studios SRL, Șoseaua Străulești 170, București 013338, Romania, Europe

For inquiries regarding this policy, please contact us at gdpr@moonhound.studio.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal data you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, and any other information you share with us via contact forms or account registrations.

3.2 Non-Personal Information

We automatically collect non-identifiable data through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including device information, browser type, IP address (in a pseudonymous form), and aggregated usage statistics.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for purposes including:

  • Providing and Improving our Services: Operating, maintaining, and enhancing our Site.
  • Communication: Responding to your inquiries and sending you updates.
  • Personalization: Tailoring content and advertisements to your interests.
  • Analytics: Monitoring and analyzing Site usage to enhance user experience.
  • Legal Compliance: Meeting our legal obligations and protecting our rights.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data based on:

  • GDPR Art. 6(1)(f): For strictly necessary processing required to operate our Site.
  • GDPR Art. 6(1)(a): Where we have obtained your explicit consent for other processing activities (e.g., marketing and analytics).

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties that perform services on our behalf.
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.

All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data in line with applicable privacy laws.

7. Cookie Policy

7.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze site usage.

7.2 How We Use Cookies
  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the basic operation of our Site and are set without your consent under GDPR Art. 6(1)(f).
  • Other Cookies (Preferences, Analytics, Marketing): These cookies enhance functionality, provide personalized content, and support advertising efforts. We process these only after obtaining your explicit consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)).

Some cookies are set by third-party services featured on our Site.

7.3 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time through our Cookie Declaration on our Site. For more detailed information on our cookie practices, please refer to our Cookie Policy or contact us.

When contacting us about your consent, please include your consent ID and the date provided in your cookie declaration.

8. Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • The right to access, correct, or delete your information.
  • The right to restrict or object to processing.
  • The right to data portability.
  • The right to withdraw consent at any time (without affecting the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal).

To exercise these rights, please contact us at gdpr@moonhound.studio.

10. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the EEA, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in countries that may not have equivalent data protection laws. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in compliance with applicable legal requirements.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will be posted on our Site, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect the changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Last update: March 24, 2025

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: gdpr@moonhound.studio
Address: MOONHOUND Studios SRL, Șoseaua Străulești 170, București 013338, Romania, Europe

More (general) contact options available on our Contact page.