Privacy Policy

At Mr. Mine Idle Blog (“we”, “our”, “us”), we respect and protect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect on this site, how we use and share it, and the choices you have. By using our site, you agree to the practices described here.

Scope: This policy applies to content on our blog and related pages. Third-party services (e.g., analytics, video embeds, ad/affiliate partners) operate under their own policies.

Effective Date: January 1, 2023 • Last Updated: September 4, 2025

Personal Information (You Provide)

We may collect your name, email address, and message content when you subscribe to a newsletter, post a comment, or contact us via forms.

Usage & Device Data (Automatically Collected)

We collect non-identifiable data such as IP address, browser type, device/OS, referral URLs, pages viewed, and time spent on pages to understand and improve site performance.

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, improve loading, and analyze traffic. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser; some features may not function as intended if cookies are disabled.

• Provide, maintain, and improve blog content and functionality.
• Respond to comments, messages, and support inquiries.
• Send newsletters and updates if you have opted in (you can unsubscribe anytime).
• Monitor traffic, diagnose issues, and prevent misuse or fraud.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce site policies.

• Consent: when you opt in to newsletters or analytics cookies.
• Legitimate Interests: to operate, secure, and improve the site.
• Legal Obligation: where processing is necessary for compliance with laws.

We use reputable third parties to deliver features and insights. These providers may receive limited data necessary to provide their services and process it under their own policies:

• Analytics: e.g., StatCounter or Google Analytics for aggregate usage insights.
• Video Embeds: YouTube iframes to display trailers and updates.
• Ad/Affiliate Networks: where applicable, to display ads or track referrals.
• Email Services: for newsletters and subscription management.

Important: Interacting with these embeds or links may allow the third party to set cookies or receive your IP and user-agent. Review each provider’s privacy policy for details.

Our content may include ads or affiliate links to games and related products. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Advertisers and partners may use cookies or tracking pixels in accordance with their own policies.

Types of Cookies

• Essential: required for core functionality (e.g., comment forms).
• Performance/Analytics: help us understand engagement and improve UX.
• Preference: remember settings like language or layout.
• Advertising: support ads/affiliates where applicable.

Your Choices

• Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
• Use available cookie banners/controls to manage analytics and ads (if enabled on the site).
• Opt out of newsletters via the unsubscribe link at the bottom of emails.

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

• Access: request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: request updates to inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: request that we erase your personal data where applicable.
• Restriction/Objection: limit or object to certain processing.
• Portability: request your data in a portable format where feasible.
• Withdraw Consent: for consent-based processing (e.g., newsletters, analytics cookies).

To exercise these rights, please Contact Us . We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer period is required by law. Non-personal, aggregate analytics may be stored for trend analysis.

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Our content is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). If you believe a child has provided personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

We may revise this Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post updates on this page and update the “Last Updated” date above.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to us via the Contact Us page.