Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 2023
At Cirque Harlequin Play, our clockwork carnival is built solely for your entertainment. We are a free-to-play social casino dedicated to providing a safe, enjoyable experience for players across the United Kingdom. All games are simulated, require no real money, and award no physical prizes. We urge you to play within your limits, take regular breaks from the spectacle, and remember that our Aether Sparks hold no real-world value. This platform is strictly for users aged 18 and over.
1. Data Controller Identity
Cirque Harlequin Entertainment Ltd acts as the data controller for any information processed while you enjoy Cirque Harlequin Play. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. If you have any concerns regarding your data, you may contact our designated privacy officer via our support channels.
2. Lawful Basis for Processing
Because Cirque Harlequin Play requires no accounts or registration, we process only anonymous, non-identifying data based on our legitimate interest to operate and improve our free social casino. This data helps us ensure that games like The Illusionist's Reels and Harlequin's Drop function correctly for all visitors.
3. Data We Collect
We do not collect personal identifiers such as names, addresses, or payment details. We merely record session-based metrics such as your current Aether Sparks balance, your progression, and anonymised interactions with our platform to maintain your gameplay state during your visit.
4. Virtual Currency Data
Your balance of Aether Sparks is stored locally in your browser to facilitate seamless gameplay. Because we operate entirely as a free-to-play social casino with no real money involvement, this data holds no financial value and is not linked to any personal financial information.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your anonymous gameplay data to third parties. Any data processed is strictly for the internal optimisation of Cirque Harlequin Play and ensuring our clockwork carnival runs smoothly.
6. Data Subject Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you retain rights regarding your data, including the right to access, rectification, erasure, and data portability. As we only process anonymous session data, you can exercise your right to erasure simply by clearing your browser cache, which will reset your Aether Sparks balance and game progress.
7. Cookie Usage
Our site relies on specific cookies to save your game state and ensure the security of the platform. For a detailed breakdown of how we utilise these technologies in compliance with UK regulations, please refer to our dedicated Cookie Policy.
8. Complaints to the ICO
If you believe our processing of your anonymous data violates data protection laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). We encourage you to contact us first so we can resolve any issues directly regarding your experience at Cirque Harlequin Play.