Privacy Policy for Game Quest: The Backlog Battler

Last Updated: May 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Game Quest: The Backlog Battler ("the Game") collects, uses, and handles your data.

As a solo developer based in Western Australia, I am committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and international standards like the GDPR.

1. Data We Collect

We aim to collect the absolute minimum data required to provide the Game's core features.

  • SteamID: A unique numerical identifier provided by the Steam platform to verify your ownership of the game and manage your progress.
  • Game Metadata: Information about your Steam library (such as game titles and playtimes) and your in-game performance (such as leaderboard scores).
  • Technical Logs: Our server (hosted by Hetzner) may log your IP address to ensure security and prevent abuse.

2. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used solely for the following functional purposes:

  • Authentication: Verifying your identity via the Steam Web API and your Steam client to allow access to your save data.
  • Leaderboards: Ranking your progress against other player lists and your own globally.
  • Game Mechanics: Utilizing your Steam library data to generate in-game challenges.
  • Security: Monitoring for fraudulent activity or unauthorized access to our backend.

3. Data Storage and Third Parties

Storage: Your data is stored securely on servers located in Germany (Hetzner).

Third Parties: We interact with the Steam Web API (Valve Corporation) to authenticate users. We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with any other third-party marketers.

4. Your Rights and Data Deletion

Under the GDPR and Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your data.

Data Deletion: You may request the permanent deletion of your SteamID and all associated game metadata.

How to Delete: We are currently implementing an automated "Delete Data" button within the Game's settings menu. Until this feature is live, please contact me directly at [email protected] to request a manual deletion, or join the Discord channel and message me there (sab).

5. Children's Privacy

The Game is not intentionally directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

6. Contact

If you have any questions regarding this policy or your data, please contact:

Nicholas Taylor
[email protected]