Privacy Policy
Last updated: 5 July 2026
Find the Faker ("the game", "we") is a free web party game operated by the owner of findthefaker.com. This policy explains the little data the game uses. Contact: hello@findthefaker.com.
What we collect
- A random device ID and secret token, stored in your own browser (localStorage), so the game can run your rounds and let you rejoin your seat. It is a random value, not your name, and we cannot link it to your real identity.
- A display name you choose and the one-word clues you type — these are shown to the other players in your room while you play.
- A coarse country code (e.g. "US"), derived on our server from your network, used only for anonymous "how many people are playing" statistics. We do not store your IP address or read your device's location or time zone.
No accounts. No email collection. No advertising. No analytics scripts. No third-party cookies. No selling or sharing of data.
Why, and our lawful basis
We use this data solely to operate the game and keep basic anonymous usage counts. Where UK/EU data protection law applies, our lawful basis is our legitimate interest in running and improving a free game (Art 6(1)(f) GDPR). The device ID/token is strictly necessary to provide the game and your rejoin feature.
Who else is involved
Our hosting provider, Amazon Web Services, processes traffic on our behalf as a data processor. Game rooms live only in memory and disappear shortly after a game ends.
Your rights
Because your ID is random and not linked to your name, we usually cannot identify you from our records (Art 11 GDPR). If you send us the ID stored in your browser, we can delete any record tied to it. You may also clear the game's data yourself any time by clearing your browser's site data for findthefaker.com. If UK/EU law applies to you, you may complain to your local data-protection authority.
Children
Find the Faker is a general-audience game and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided information, email us and we will delete it.
Changes
If we change this policy we will update the date above and, for material changes, show a notice in the app. Continued play after a change means you accept the updated policy.