Last updated: July 2026
1. General information
PlayersRanked (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates playersranked.com and acts as the data controller for any personal data processed through this website. This policy explains how we handle information when you use the site. Please read it before using playersranked.com.
We take the protection of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect its confidentiality and security.
2. Information we collect
a) Automatically collected technical data
When you visit this site, limited technical information may be processed automatically, including: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, date and time of access. This data is processed solely to ensure website security, prevent abuse, and maintain technical stability.
This data is not used for tracking or profiling, not combined with other data sources, and not used for marketing purposes.
b) Analytics data
At the time this Privacy Policy was last updated, this website does not use analytics tools that collect personal data about visitors.
If analytics services are introduced in the future, they will only be activated after obtaining your consent where required by applicable law.
c) Uploaded media
If images are uploaded to this site, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may be able to download and extract location data from images published on the site.
d) Voluntarily provided data
If you contact us by email, we process the personal data you provide (such as your email address and message content) solely to respond to your enquiry. This data is not used for marketing and is not shared with third parties.
3. Cookies
This website uses cookies to ensure the proper functioning, security, and usability of the website.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Some cookies are essential for the website to operate correctly, while others may be used for optional features or services.
Necessary Cookies
PlayersRanked currently uses only strictly necessary cookies, including cookies that:
- remember your language preference;
- store your cookie consent preferences;
- support essential WordPress functionality.
These cookies are required for the operation of the website and do not collect personal data for advertising or profiling purposes.
The necessary cookies currently used include:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| pll_language | Remembers your selected language preference. | 1 year |
| cookieyes-* | Stores your cookie consent preferences. | Up to 1 year |
| wpEmojiSettingsSupports | Supports proper display of emojis in compatible browsers. | Session |
At the time this Privacy Policy was last updated, this website does not use analytics, advertising, marketing, or profiling cookies.
If non-essential cookies or similar technologies are introduced in the future, they will only be activated after obtaining your explicit consent through the cookie consent banner.
4. Third-party services
We use third-party services including analytics platforms, advertising networks, and affiliate programmes. These services operate under their own privacy policies and data practices. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites linked from this site.
5. Embedded content
We may use carefully selected third-party services to support the operation and functionality of this website. These services operate under their own privacy policies and data practices. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites linked from this site.
6. Legal basis for processing
Personal data is processed in accordance with Article 6 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on the following grounds:
Article 6(1)(f) GDPR — Legitimate Interest: for website security, technical functionality, and analytics.
Article 6(1)(a) GDPR — Consent: where you voluntarily contact us, or where consent is obtained for non-essential cookies.
No automated decision-making or profiling takes place.
7. Your rights
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, you have the right to: be informed about processing of your personal data; access your personal data; request rectification or deletion; object to or restrict processing; withdraw consent at any time where applicable; lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@playersranked.com.
8. Data retention
We retain data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Contact data is deleted once your enquiry has been resolved.
9. Children
This site is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
10. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
11. External links
This site may contain links to external websites. We have no control over the content, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
12. Future use of analytics and tracking tools
If additional analytics or tracking tools are implemented, they will be configured in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Non-essential cookies or tracking technologies will only be activated after obtaining explicit user consent. Visitors will be clearly informed of the purpose, scope, and legal basis of any such processing in an updated policy.
13. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy if legal requirements change or if the technical configuration of the site is modified. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact
Questions about this policy or your personal data? Contact us at: contact@playersranked.com