Who we are

Pausle is a free, personal hobby project run by Pete Reading. This policy explains what happens to your data when you use Pausle ("the site").

What data is collected

Pausle does not require an account and does not ask for your name, email address, or any personal information.

Like all websites, the server infrastructure automatically records standard access logs when you visit. These may include:

• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• The page or file requested
• Date and time of the request
• Referring page (if any)

These logs are held by Cloudflare (our hosting provider) and are used solely to keep the service running and diagnose technical problems. Pausle does not run any analytics software or advertising trackers.

Cookies

Pausle does not set any cookies. Cloudflare may set technical cookies necessary to deliver the service securely (for example, to prevent abuse). These are essential and cannot be opted out of while using the site.

Your browser's local storage may be used to save your puzzle progress on your own device. This data never leaves your device.

Legal basis for processing

Server log data is processed on the basis of legitimate interests — specifically, operating, securing, and improving the service. No data is used for profiling, advertising, or sale to third parties.

How long data is kept

Server access logs are retained by Cloudflare according to their own data retention policy (typically up to 30 days for standard logs). Pausle does not store copies of log data independently.

Third-party services

The support page contains links to external services:

• Ko-fi — for optional one-time tips. Ko-fi's own privacy policy applies if you visit their site.
• Amazon — an affiliate link. Amazon's own privacy policy applies. Pausle may receive a small commission on purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you.
• GitHub — for bug reports and suggestions. GitHub's own privacy policy applies.

Pausle has no control over how these third parties handle your data.

Your rights

Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 (and equivalent EU GDPR provisions for users in the EU), you have the right to:

• Access the personal data held about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request erasure of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk, or your national supervisory authority if you are in the EU

Because Pausle holds only minimal server log data (managed by Cloudflare), most requests will be directed to Cloudflare. To make a request, please use the support page.

Changes to this policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. The date at the top of the page will always reflect the most recent version.