Marathon Games (hereinafter referred to as "the Company") collects users’ personal information as described below to provide the "Hammer of Fury" service (hereinafter referred to as "the Service").
The Company places great importance on users’ personal information and complies with privacy-related laws and regulations, such as the Personal Information Protection Act. Through this Privacy Policy, we inform users of how their personal information is used and what measures are taken to protect it. The Privacy Policy is disclosed in the "Settings > Privacy Policy" menu within the game, enabling users to access it at any time.
When amendments to the Privacy Policy are necessary, the Company will notify users at least 7 days prior to implementation via email and in-game notices. For significant changes, such as alterations to the purpose of data collection or sharing with third parties, the Company will notify users 30 days in advance. After implementation, the revised Privacy Policy is made easily accessible to users through in-game notices.
The Company collects only the necessary information required to provide basic services during user registration, service use, product payment, and customer inquiries. Users may refuse to provide their personal information, but in such cases, some or all services may not be available.
Information Provided by Users During Registration:
a. mail address, password, and CI (Connecting Information)
Information Automatically Collected During Service Use
a. Data on friends and guilds generated through interactions with other users
b. Data on consumed content, features used, and user behaviors recorded during service usage
c. Data related to in-app purchases, including order numbers, product names, payment amounts, payment methods, and transaction dates
d. •Device-generated data, such as OS version, hardware version, software version, browser type, device ID, language, IP address, cookies, and store information
Information Collected During Customer Support Inquiries
a.Email address, purchased product name, and purchase date
Methods of Collection
Direct Input: Personal information is collected when users agree to its collection and input information during registration or service use.
Customer Support: Personal information may be collected through webpages, email, or phone during customer inquiries.
Offline Events: Personal information may be collected during events, seminars, or other offline activities, with explicit consent obtained via separate forms.
Automatically Generated Data: Data, such as device information, may be automatically collected during the use of PC websites, mobile web, or apps. Users can manage cookies through browser settings to allow, confirm, or block cookies. However, blocking cookies may limit access to login-required services.
The Company uses personal information solely for the following purposes
Membership Management: To verify membership intent, confirm user age, authenticate users, identify members, and process account deletion requests.
Service Improvement: To provide existing services (including advertising), analyze demographics, and improve services through usage records and user relationships based on personal data and interests.
Operational Stability: To enforce restrictions on members violating laws or terms of service, prevent fraudulent activities, and ensure smooth service operation. This includes sending notices about policy updates, preserving records for dispute resolution, and addressing user inquiries.
Billing and Delivery: To authenticate purchases, process payments, and deliver products or services.
Marketing and Promotions: With user consent, to provide event information, tailored advertisements, and promotional materials.
Analytics: To analyze service usage frequency and provide customized services based on statistical analysis.
Safety and Privacy: To create a secure and reliable service environment for users.
Data Anonymization: To anonymize personal information for public records, scientific research, and statistical purposes, ensuring it is non-identifiable through separate storage and protective measures.
Technical and Administrative Safeguards: To manage access permissions, install security programs, and regularly train staff to protect personal information.
The Company uses users’ personal information within the scope of the "Purpose of Collection and Use of Personal Information" and does not share or disclose it to third parties without prior user consent, except in the following cases:
Delegation of Services:
The Company may delegate specific tasks to external entities to provide convenient and enhanced services. Contracts for delegation include provisions for data security, usage restrictions, and regular oversight. User data is not shared with entrusted entities if users do not use the related services.
Entrusted Entity | Purpose of Delegation | Data anonymization |
|---|---|---|
AFI Corporation (Backend) | System development and operation for service provision Feature improvement and user analytics | Retention Period Until termination of service contract |
Personal information is destroyed without delay once its purpose has been achieved. For users requesting account deletion or whose accounts are terminated due to false information, all related data is permanently deleted within 7 days of the deletion request or termination date. Exceptions apply if data must be retained under relevant laws.
Retention Periods for Legal Compliance:
1.Records on contracts or withdrawal: 5 years (Consumer Protection Act in Electronic Commerce)
2.Records on payment and goods supply: 5 years (Consumer Protection Act in Electronic Commerce)
3.Records on customer complaints or dispute resolution: 3 years (Consumer Protection Act in Electronic Commerce)
4.Records on advertisements: 6 months (Consumer Protection Act in Electronic Commerce)
5.Access logs: 3 months (Telecommunications Secrets Protection Act)
Users may view, modify, or delete their personal information at any time through the in-game "My Info > User Info" or request account termination via "Customer Support." Withdrawal of consent for data use may limit service availability.
Upon account deletion, related data is permanently destroyed within 7 days. Users may also exercise rights under applicable laws to review or correct their registered data. The Company ensures prompt compliance with such requests after verifying user identity.
Technical Safeguards:
•Installation of security programs to prevent hacking or viruses, with regular updates and monitoring.
•Encryption of sensitive data and use of security features, such as file locks, to prevent unauthorized access.
•Maintenance of access logs to the personal information processing system for at least 1 year.
Administrative Safeguards:
•Limiting personal information access to designated personnel and providing regular security training.
•Storing personal information documents in secure, locked locations.
Privacy Officer | |
|---|---|
name | Jae Kyun Du |
help@marathongames.net |
Users may contact the Privacy Officer or the following institutions for complaints or disputes:
•Privacy Violation Center: 118, http://privacy.kisa.or.kr
•Prosecutor's Office Cybercrime Unit: 02-3480-3570, http://www.spo.go.kr
•Police Cyber Terror Response Center: 182, http://police.go.kr