Privacy Policy

Introduction

FCNZ Studios ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you play Drum Corps Online (DCO), our drum corps simulation game. By using DCO, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

We believe in transparency and your right to understand how your data is handled. This policy is written in clear, accessible language suitable for all ages.

Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve your gaming experience:

Account Information

When you create an account using Unity Gaming Services, we collect basic account information including your email address, username, and a unique user ID. This information is managed by Unity Technologies and is necessary to authenticate your account and enable online features.

Game Data

We collect and store information about your gameplay, including:

• Your progress and achievements in the game
• Scores and performance statistics
• Custom drill designs you create
• Game settings and preferences

This data is stored using Unity Cloud Save to enable you to access your progress across multiple devices.

Technical and Analytics Data

To improve game performance and fix issues, we collect:

• Device information (device type, operating system, hardware specifications)
• Crash reports and error logs
• Performance metrics (frame rates, load times)
• General usage statistics (features used, session duration)

This information helps us identify and fix bugs, optimize performance, and understand how players interact with the game.

What We Don't Collect in the Game

In the game itself, we do NOT collect:

• Precise location data or GPS coordinates
• Browsing history or website cookies
• Personal information beyond what's required for your Unity account
• Data from other apps or services on your device

Note: Our website uses Google Analytics cookies for website analytics only (see Third-Party Services section below).

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide the Game: Authenticate your account, save your progress, and enable multiplayer features (when available)
• To Improve the Game: Analyze performance data, identify bugs, and understand which features players enjoy
• To Communicate with You: Send important updates about the game, respond to support requests, and notify you of changes to our services
• To Ensure Security: Detect and prevent cheating, abuse, and unauthorized access

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties. We do NOT use your data for advertising purposes.

Third-Party Services

Unity Gaming Services (Game Only)

Drum Corps Online uses Unity Gaming Services to provide authentication, cloud saves, and analytics. Unity Technologies acts as a data processor on our behalf, which means they handle certain data according to our instructions and their own privacy commitments.

When you use DCO, Unity Gaming Services may collect and process:

• Account authentication data (email, username, user ID)
• Cloud save data (game progress, custom content)
• Analytics and diagnostic information

Unity's handling of your data is governed by their privacy policy, which you can review at: https://unity.com/legal/privacy-policy

While Unity provides the infrastructure, FCNZ Studios remains responsible for how we use your data within the game itself.

Google Analytics (Website Only)

Our website (drumcorpsonline.com) uses Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. This service is not used in the game itself and only tracks activity on our website.

Google Analytics may collect:

• Pages you visit on our website
• Time spent on each page
• How you arrived at our website (referral sources)
• Your browser type, device type, and screen resolution
• General location information (city/country level)

Google Analytics uses cookies to track website activity. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:

• Using browser privacy features or ad blockers
• Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Adjusting your browser's cookie settings

For more information about how Google collects and processes data, please review: Google's Privacy Policy

Important: Google Analytics data is completely separate from game data. Website analytics are not linked to your game account or in-game activity.

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Unity's cloud infrastructure, which employs industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit and at rest. We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your data is retained for as long as your account remains active. If you delete your account, your personal data and saved game data will be removed from our systems, though some anonymized analytics data may be retained for statistical purposes.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: You can update or correct your account information through Unity's account management
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data
• Data Portability: You can request an export of your game data in a standard format
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of analytics data collection through your device settings or game preferences

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at dco@fcnzstudios.com . We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Drum Corps Online is suitable for all ages. We are committed to protecting the privacy of children who use our game.

If you are under 13 years old (or the age of digital consent in your country), we recommend that you ask a parent or guardian to review this Privacy Policy with you before creating an account or playing the game.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children beyond what is necessary to provide the game service. We do not use children's data for advertising or marketing purposes. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information to us can contact us at dco@fcnzstudios.com to request review or deletion of that information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy.

If we make material changes that affect how we use your personal information, we will notify you through the game or by email (if we have your email address). We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Your continued use of Drum Corps Online after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

We will do our best to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.