Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are Hardpoint Alpha (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the Hardpoint Alpha website and services. Data Controller: Hardpoint Alpha Contact email: support@hardpointalpha.com We are responsible for deciding how and why personal data is processed. 2. What Data We Collect We collect only the minimum personal data necessary to operate and secure our service: Email address – for account creation, management, security notifications, and communication related to your account IP address – for security, fraud prevention, abuse detection, and enforcement of our terms Essential cookies – to maintain login sessions, account security, and site functionality We do not collect: Advertising data Analytics or tracking cookies Location data Payment data 3. Lawful Basis for Processing (GDPR – UK & EU) We process personal data under the following lawful bases: a) Performance of a Contract We process your email address to create and manage your account, provide services you request, and communicate important account-related information. b) Legitimate Interests We process IP addresses and related technical data to: Prevent spam, bots, fraud, and abuse Enforce bans and our Terms of Service Protect the security and integrity of our platform These interests are necessary and do not override your fundamental rights. c) Legal Obligations We may retain or disclose data where required to comply with applicable laws or lawful requests from authorities. 4. How We Use Your Data Your data is used strictly for: Account creation and authentication Account security and abuse prevention Enforcing rules and bans Sending important service or security notices We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties. 5. Cookies We use strictly necessary cookies only. These cookies: Keep you logged in Maintain secure sessions Protect accounts from unauthorized access They are essential for the website to function and do not track users for advertising or analytics. Under GDPR and UK law, these cookies do not require consent. 6. Data Retention Account data is retained only while your account remains active Inactive accounts are deleted after 12 months of inactivity IP addresses related to security or enforcement are retained only as long as necessary All personal data is deleted upon account closure unless legally required otherwise 7. Your Rights (UK, EU & International Users) You have the right to: Access your personal data Correct inaccurate or incomplete data Request deletion of your data Withdraw consent where applicable Object to or restrict processing Request data portability (where applicable) To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: 📧 support@hardpointalpha.com 8. International Users & USA If you are located outside the UK or EU (including the United States), your data may be processed in jurisdictions with different data protection laws. We apply the same privacy standards globally and protect all users’ data to GDPR-level safeguards. 9. Data Security We protect personal data using appropriate technical and organizational measures, including: Secure servers Access controls Industry-standard security practices No system is 100% secure, but we take reasonable steps to protect your data. 10. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated through the website or via account notification. 11. Contact For privacy-related questions or requests: 📧 support@hardpointalpha.com