Privacy Policy

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This Privacy Policy explains how Southern Spin Community ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information in connection with the website and experiences available on SouthernSpinCommunity.com. Southern Spin Community is a New Zealand social gaming & community platform built around relaxed, responsible digital entertainment.

All games and experiences are simulated and for social enjoyment only. We do not offer real-money gambling, do not accept deposits, and do not provide cash prizes or financial incentives.

1. Who We Are

Southern Spin Community is an online hub where users can enjoy simulated slot games, card-style experiences, and community features in a safe, responsible environment. The site also hosts long-form content such as explanations of game mechanics, community news, and resources about responsible digital entertainment.

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, we are the controller of personal information collected through SouthernSpinCommunity.com and directly related services.

2. Information We May Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

Depending on how you use the platform, we may collect:

Display name or profile information used for community and leaderboard features;
Contact details such as email address when you contact us or opt in to updates;
Content of messages, feedback, or support requests you send to us;
Optional information you choose to share in surveys, forms, or community submissions (for example, preferences or general demographic details).

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit Southern Spin Community or interact with our games, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage information, such as:

Device and browser data (type, version, operating system);
Log information (IP address, timestamps, pages viewed);
Game activity (sessions, scores, virtual achievements, in‑game progress);
Analytics on how you navigate the site, including approximate location such as country or region.

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to support key functions and improve the user experience, for example to:

Remember your preferences and certain game settings;
Keep you signed in to supported features, where applicable;
Measure performance and understand how visitors interact with our content;
Help protect the platform from abuse and suspicious activity.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Limiting cookies may affect some site features or gameplay.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes such as:

Providing and operating simulated slot and card-style social games;
Supporting community interaction, achievements, and user profiles;
Saving and displaying your progress, scores, and virtual achievements;
Improving usability, clarity, and accessibility across devices;
Responding to questions, feedback, or support requests;
Monitoring and protecting the platform from abuse, fraud, and technical issues;
Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.

Southern Spin Community includes clear disclaimers that there are no real‑money transactions, prizes, or gambling incentives. Any points, spins, credits, or other virtual elements on SouthernSpinCommunity.com are purely virtual and have no cash value.

4. Legal Bases for Processing (EU/UK Users)

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, we process your personal information under one or more of the following legal bases:

To perform a contract with you or provide requested services;
With your consent (for example, certain cookies or optional communications);
For our legitimate interests in operating and improving the platform;
To comply with a legal obligation.

5. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information. We may share limited information:

With trusted service providers that help us host the site, provide analytics, enhance security, or deliver support;
For legal reasons, where required by law, regulation, court order, or a lawful request from a government authority;
As part of business transitions, such as a merger or transfer of assets, subject to appropriate safeguards;
With your explicit consent, where you clearly agree to a specific type of sharing.

6. International Data Transfers

Although Southern Spin Community is focused on New Zealand users, some infrastructure and service providers may be located in other countries. This means your information may be processed outside of New Zealand or your country of residence.

Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards to help ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your information remains protected.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to deliver Southern Spin Community services, support our legitimate interests, and meet legal obligations. When information is no longer needed, we will delete it or de‑identify it in a secure way.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

Right to access the personal information we hold about you;
Right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;
Right to request deletion of certain information, subject to legal and operational requirements;
Right to object to or restrict specific forms of processing;
Right to withdraw consent where processing is based on your consent;
Right to request data portability where applicable.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details in the "Contact Us" section below. We may need to verify your identity before acting on your request.

9. Children and Age Restrictions

Southern Spin Community is intended for adults and is not designed for use by children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us so that we can remove it.

10. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to help protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no online service can be guaranteed as completely secure. You use Southern Spin Community at your own risk.

11. Third‑Party Sites and Services

SouthernSpinCommunity.com may include links to third‑party websites or embed third‑party content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of any external sites or services you choose to use.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or privacy practices. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of Southern Spin Community after such changes take effect means you accept the updated Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact:

Southern Spin Community
New Zealand

Southern Spin Community is a social gaming & community platform. All games and rewards are simulated and non‑monetary. Nothing on SouthernSpinCommunity.com should be taken as financial advice, an offer of gambling services, or a guarantee of any financial outcome.