Privacy Policy
Welcome to Metacritic. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use any of our services.
Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we treat it. By accessing or using Metacritic, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
When you sign up for an account, submit reviews, or contact us, we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Username
- Profile photo (if provided)
- Any content you post or submit
b. Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected data when you browse our site, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Time zone setting
- Operating system
- Pages visited and actions taken on our site
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:
- Enhance user experience
- Analyze traffic patterns
- Serve targeted advertisements
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
Metacritic uses the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate and improve our platform and services
- To personalize your experience
- To provide user support and respond to inquiries
- To send important updates or marketing communications (only if you opt-in)
- To enforce our Terms of Service
- To comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share information in the following scenarios:
a. With Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as:
- Data analysis
- Hosting and infrastructure
- Email distribution
- Customer support
b. Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or if such action is necessary to:
- Comply with a legal obligation
- Protect and defend our rights or property
- Prevent fraud or abuse
- Protect the safety of users or the public
c. Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights under applicable privacy laws, such as:
- Right to access and review your data
- Right to correct inaccurate information
- Right to request deletion of your data
- Right to object to processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@metacritic.com.
5. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
We encourage users to use strong passwords and protect their account information.
6. Retention of Information
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including satisfying legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
7. Third-Party Links
Metacritic may include links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party platforms. We encourage users to read their respective privacy policies.
8. Children’s Privacy
Metacritic is not intended for users under the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age depending on jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that a child under the applicable age has provided us with personal information, we will delete such data.
9. International Users
If you are accessing Metacritic from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed.