Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
Introduction
At Shelve·ly, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable data protection legislation.
Data controller
The data controller for your personal data is the owner of Shelve·ly. You can contact us via the email address provided on the Website.
Data we collect
We collect the following personal data:
- Name and email address when you register
- Your public profile information (avatar, username)
- Usage data: games in your collection, reviews, lists and platform activity
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, preferred language and browsing data
Purpose of processing
Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:
- Managing your user account and providing the service
- Personalizing your experience on the platform
- Service-related communications
- Usage analysis to improve the service
- Compliance with legal obligations
Legal basis for processing
The processing of your data is based on: the consent you provide when registering, the execution of the service contract, the legitimate interest in improving our services and compliance with legal obligations.
Data retention
Your personal data will be retained as long as your account remains active. Once your account is deleted, the data will be removed except for that which must be retained due to legal obligation.
Your rights
As a data subject, you have the right to:
- Access: know what personal data we process about you
- Rectification: request the correction of inaccurate data
- Erasure: request the deletion of your data
- Objection: object to the processing of your data
- Restriction: request the restriction of processing
- Portability: receive your data in a structured format
To exercise these rights, contact us via the email address provided on the Website. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant Data Protection Authority.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.