PRIVACY POLICY

1.1 Introduction

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") is issued by FCC Fast Close Combat, a French société par actions simplifiée registered at the Mâcon trade and companies register under number 895 377 190, with its registered office at 21 Boulevard des Neuf Clés, 71850 Charnay-lès-Mâcon, France ("FCC Company", "we", "us", or "our"). It is directed to you, the user of our Services ("you" or "User").

FCC Fast Close Combat is a French video game company and is not affiliated with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission.

This Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, retain, and protect your personal data in connection with our video game eFCC and related services, in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation - "GDPR") and French Law No. 78-17 of 6 January 1978 (Loi Informatique et Libertés).

1.2 Scope of Application

This Policy applies to all personal data processing activities carried out by FCC Company as data controller in connection with:

• (a) The eFCC first-person shooter video game, including all game modes, updates, and patches;
• (b) Our official website at e-fcc.com and its sub-domains;
• (c) The eFCC game launcher and anti-cheat software;
• (d) Our matchmaking and ranking services;
• (e) In-game store, game store and transaction processing.

Collectively referred to as the "Services".

1.3 Third-Party Services

This Policy does not apply to third-party websites, services, or platforms linked to or accessible through the Services. We are not responsible for third-party data processing practices.

1.4 Acceptance

By using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use the Services.

2.1 Account and Registration Data

When you create an account, we collect:

• - Email address
• - Username/eFCC ID
• - Date of birth
• - Password (encrypted)
• - Transaction history
• - Billing information (for purchases)

2.2 Gameplay and Activity Data

When you use the Services, we automatically collect:

• - Device information and identifiers
• - Gameplay statistics and match history
• - IP addresses
• - Session information
• - In-game actions and interactions

2.3 Ranked Play Verification Data

For users purchasing access to ranked competitive modes only:

We use a certified third-party provider to verify your identity. We do NOT store your identity documents or readable personal information. We store only:

• - A cryptographic hash (irreversible digital fingerprint) derived from your verified identity
• - Verification date and status
• - Provider reference number

This hash ensures one account per person in paid ranked play and enforces permanent bans (as defined in Section 6). The third-party provider processes your actual identity data according to their privacy policy and data processing agreement with us.

2.4 Communications Data

We collect:

• - Text chat communications (for moderation purposes)
• - Customer support correspondence
• - Forum posts and user-generated content
• - Player reports and related investigation data

2.5 Technical Data

We collect:

• - Anti-cheat detection data
• - Error reports and diagnostics
• - Performance metrics
• - Cookie data (see Section 5)

3.1 Purposes of Processing

We use your personal data to:

Service Provision

• - Provide access to the Services
• - Manage your account
• - Process transactions
• - Facilitate multiplayer gameplay
• - Provide customer support

Security and Integrity

• - Detect and prevent fraud
• - Enforce our Terms of Service
• - Operate anti-cheat systems
• - Investigate violations
• - Maintain one-account-per-person in ranked play

Commercial Activities

• - Send service-related communications
• - Send marketing communications (with consent)
• - Personalize your experience
• - Conduct analytics and improvements

3.2 Legal Bases

We process your data based on:

• - Contract performance: To provide the Services you've requested
• - Legal obligations: To comply with applicable laws
• - Consent: For marketing and optional features
• - Legitimate interests: For security, anti-cheat, and service improvements

3.3 Automated Decision-Making Notice:

Our anti-cheat system uses automated detection to identify and ban cheating behavior. These decisions may be made without human intervention. You have the right to:

• - Request human review of any automated ban decision
• - Express your point of view regarding the ban
• - Contest the decision by contacting support@e-fcc.com

Anti-cheat decisions are based on gameplay pattern analysis, player reporting, software detection, and statistical anomaly detection. Details of specific detection methods are not disclosed to maintain system integrity.

4.1 We may share data with:

• - Service Providers: Acting as data processors under contract (hosting, payment processing, identity verification, customer support)
• - Legal Authorities: When required by law or valid legal process
• - Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• - Other Players: Limited data visible in-game (username, statistics, public profile)

4.2 We do NOT:

• - Sell your personal data to third parties
• - Share your data for third-party direct marketing

4.3 International Transfers

Data is primarily processed in the European Economic Area. When transfers outside the EEA are necessary, we use appropriate safeguards including Standard Contractual Clauses.

7.1 French-Specific Rights

French residents may provide instructions regarding their data after death (mort numérique) and lodge complaints with the CNIL (www.cnil.fr).

8.1 Age Restriction

The Services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

8.2 Eligibility and Parental Consent

To create an account and agree to this Policy, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the age of legal majority in your country).

Alternatively, users between the age of 13 and the age of legal majority ("Minors") may create an account only if they attest that their parent or legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to this Policy and our Terms of Service on their behalf

In accordance with the GDPR, the age of digital consent (the age at which a user can consent to data processing) varies by country (e.g., 15 in France, 16 by default). For Minors under this age, the parent/guardian's agreement constitutes verifiable parental consent for our data processing.

8.3 Parental Rights

Parents or legal guardians who have provided consent may review, modify, or request the deletion of their child's personal data by contacting support@e-fcc.com.

9.1 Data Breach

In case of a data breach likely to result in high risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you in accordance with GDPR requirements.

12.1 Severability

If any provision of this Policy is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

12.2 Language

This Policy may be translated into other languages. In case of conflict, the French version shall prevail.