Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 21, 2026

Last Updated: March 21, 2026

1. Introduction

LatticeVeil is an independently developed game project committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our Game and related services.

We are committed to transparency and minimal data collection. This policy is designed to be clear, comprehensive, and easy to understand.

2. Information We Collect

LatticeVeil is designed to collect minimal personal information. We believe in privacy by design and only collect what is necessary to provide and improve our services.

🔍 Information We DO NOT Collect

No location tracking - We do not track, store, or access your physical location
No personal identifiers - We do not collect your name, address, phone number, or other personal contact information
No usage analytics - We do not track how you play, what features you use, or your gameplay patterns
No device fingerprinting - We do not create profiles based on your device characteristics
No marketing data - We do not collect information for advertising or marketing purposes
No social media integration - We do not automatically access or collect your social media profiles

📊 Information We MAY Collect

Account Information - If you choose to create an account, we only store your email address and username
Game Progress - Local save files stored on your device (we do not access or upload these)
Technical Information - Basic device information needed to ensure compatibility and performance
Supporter Information - PayPal transaction data if you choose to support development (processed by PayPal, not us)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information only for the following purposes:

🎮 Core Game Functionality

Account management and authentication
Providing technical support when you contact us
Ensuring game compatibility and performance

🔧 Service Improvement

Fixing bugs and technical issues
Adding new features based on user feedback
Improving game performance and stability

📧 Legal Compliance

Responding to legal requests and inquiries
Complying with applicable laws and regulations
Protecting our rights and intellectual property

4. Veilnet Social Platform Privacy

Veilnet is LatticeVeil's built-in social platform that enables players to connect, share content, and communicate. We have designed Veilnet with strong privacy protections and minimal data collection.

🔒 Veilnet Privacy Principles

Privacy by design - Veilnet was built from the ground up to protect your privacy
Minimal data collection - We only collect what's necessary for social features to function
User control - You have full control over your profile, content, and connections
Transparency - All data practices are clearly documented and explained

📊 Veilnet Data We Collect

Profile information - Username, profile picture (optional), bio (optional)
Public activity - Posts you make, comments, screenshots you share publicly
Connections - Friend lists and follower relationships (public by default)
Preferences - UI settings, notification preferences, privacy settings

🚫 Veilnet Data We DO NOT Collect

No location data - We do not track your physical location
No private messages content scanning - Direct messages are not analyzed or monitored
No behavioral tracking - We do not track how you interact with content or other users
No cross-platform tracking - Veilnet activity is not linked to external services
No marketing profiles - We do not create profiles for advertising or marketing

🛡️ Content Privacy & Moderation

Public vs Private - You control whether your posts are public or limited to connections
Content reporting - Users can report inappropriate content for moderator review
Moderator access - Only moderators can review reported content, not all content
Data retention - Removed content is deleted from our servers within 30 days

🔐 Communication Privacy

Direct messages - Private conversations are only accessible to participants
Group chats - Only group members can access chat history
No message scanning - We do not scan or analyze private communications
Delete control - You can delete your messages and chat history at any time

📸 Screenshots & Media

Local storage - Screenshots are stored on your device by default
Optional sharing - You choose which screenshots to share on Veilnet
Metadata removal - Location and other sensitive metadata is stripped from shared media
Download control - You control who can download your shared content

🎮 Game Integration

Separate systems - Veilnet data is kept separate from core game save data
Optional linking - Veilnet features are optional and can be disabled
No gameplay tracking - We do not track your in-game activities or progress
Local preferences - Veilnet settings are stored locally on your device

5. Online Multiplayer & Third-Party Services

LatticeVeil may include online multiplayer features powered by Epic Online Services (EOS). These services have their own privacy practices:

🌐 Epic Online Services

When you use online features, certain data is handled by Epic Games according to their own policies:

Authentication: Epic Games handles account authentication and login
Networking: Online gameplay data is transmitted through Epic's infrastructure
Matchmaking: Player matching and session management

📋 Epic Games Privacy Policy

For comprehensive information about how Epic Games handles online multiplayer data, please review their official policies:

📺 Future Advertisement Privacy

If we integrate advertisements in the future, our privacy approach will remain:

Minimal data collection - Ads will use the minimum data necessary for functionality
Family-friendly only - All advertisements will be appropriate for all ages
User control - You will have control over ad preferences and data usage
Opt-out options - Supporters may receive ad-free experience
Third-party compliance - Ad partners will be vetted for privacy compliance
No behavioral tracking - We will not track your behavior across websites or apps

🎁 Starter Pack Data Handling

Future starter pack features will handle data minimally:

Local preference storage - Starter pack choices stored locally on your device
No personal data collection - Starter selections do not require personal information
Game save integration - Starter choices saved with your game progress
One-time selection - Choices are permanent per save to prevent abuse
No analytics tracking - We will not track which starter options players choose

🔄 Launcher Update Data Practices

LatticeVeil uses an automatic launcher update system that handles data with privacy in mind:

Version information only - Only version numbers and update metadata are transmitted
No personal data collection - Update checks do not collect personal information
Local version storage - Current version information stored locally on your device
Secure download channels - Updates only downloaded from official GitHub releases
Backup data handling - Update backups stored locally and never transmitted
No usage analytics - We do not track update frequency or user behavior
Hash verification - Game executable hashes verified for security and integrity
Delta update efficiency - Only changed files downloaded to minimize data transfer

🔐 Hash Verification & Security

To ensure game integrity and fair play, LatticeVeil uses hash verification:

Executable Hashing - Game EXE files are verified against authorized hashes
No Personal Data - Hash verification does not collect or transmit personal information
Security Only - Hashes used solely for integrity verification and anti-cheat protection
Local Verification - Hash calculations performed locally on your device
Modified Builds - Modified game versions can run locally but cannot access online features

5. Independence, Inspirations & Project Status

LatticeVeil is an independent, open source voxel sandbox game and is not affiliated, sponsored, endorsed, or connected with any other voxel, sandbox, or block-based games. This independence extends to our privacy practices and data handling.

🎮 Notable Voxel/Sandbox Games for Clarification

For clarity, LatticeVeil is independent from but may share visual or gameplay inspiration with established voxel games such as:

Minecraft - Standard and iconic voxel survival/building game
Trove - Voxel MMO adventure game
Cubic Odyssey - Voxel sandbox survival game
Lucid Blocks - Surreal voxel survival world
Creativerse - Voxel sandbox building game
Ace of Spades - Voxel FPS sandbox
Teardown - Voxel destructible environment game

🔗 Third-Party Services Independence

LatticeVeil's integration with Epic Online Services (EOS) is for technical functionality only and does not constitute an official affiliation. Our privacy practices are independent of Epic Games' policies, though users must comply with both:

📦 Open Source & Data Transparency

As an open source project, LatticeVeil's code is publicly available for review. This extends to our approach to privacy:

Code transparency - Our data handling practices can be reviewed in the source code
No hidden tracking - We cannot include undisclosed data collection in open source code
Community oversight - Users can verify our privacy claims through code inspection
Modified versions - Forks must maintain their own privacy policies and cannot claim LatticeVeil's privacy practices

7. Data Security & Storage

We take data security seriously and implement appropriate measures to protect your information:

🔒 Data Storage

Local Storage: Game saves and preferences are stored locally on your device
Minimal Cloud Storage: Only essential account data (email, username) is stored securely
No Data Mining: We do not analyze or mine your personal data for patterns

🛡️ Security Measures

Encryption: Account data is transmitted using secure encryption protocols
Access Controls: We limit access to your personal information to authorized personnel only
Regular Updates: We maintain and update our security practices regularly

8. Cookies & Local Storage

LatticeVeil uses minimal tracking technologies:

🍪 Cookies

Essential Cookies Only: We use cookies only for essential functionality (like remembering login status)
No Tracking Cookies: We do not use cookies for advertising, analytics, or cross-site tracking
Easy Control: You can disable cookies in your browser settings

💾 Local Storage

Game Saves: Stored locally on your device, fully under your control
Settings: Game preferences stored locally for your convenience
No Remote Access: We do not access or collect data from your local storage

9. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

We are committed to protecting children's privacy and comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA):

👶 Age Requirements

Minimum Age: You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
Parental Consent: Users under 18 require parental consent to use the Game
No Targeting: We do not knowingly target children under 13 with our services

🛡️ COPPA Protections

No Personal Data Collection: We do not collect personal information from children under 13
Immediate Deletion: We delete any personal information from children if we learn it was collected without parental consent
Parental Controls: We encourage parents to monitor their children's online activities

10. Your Rights & Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

🔍 Access & Portability

Account Access: You can access and update your account information at any time
Data Export: You can request a copy of your personal data
Account Deletion: You can delete your account and associated data at any time

⚙️ Privacy Controls

Cookie Settings: Control cookie preferences in your browser
Local Data: Full control over locally stored game saves and settings
Opt-Out: Choose not to provide optional information

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

Account Data: Retained until you delete your account
Supporter Data: PayPal transaction data is processed by PayPal, not stored by us
Technical Logs: Temporary logs retained for troubleshooting, then automatically deleted

12. International Data Transfers

LatticeVeil may store and process data in various locations. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy rights.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

Post Updates: Display the new policy on our website
Update Date: Change the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Notify Users: Announce significant changes through the Game or website

14. Contact Information

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

Email: dev.latticeveil@gmail.com

Website: https://latticeveil.github.io

Privacy Questions: If you have concerns about your privacy or data handling, don't hesitate to reach out. We're committed to addressing your questions promptly.