Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. This document explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Terms of Service
Rules governing your use of BF1942 Online
Description of Service
BF1942 Online (the "Site" or "Service") provides statistics, leaderboards, and information related to the video game Battlefield 1942. All gameplay data is captured from publicly broadcast game servers that choose to participate in our network.
The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any data displayed on the Site.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the Site.
User Conduct
You agree not to use the Site in any way that:
- Is unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent
- Could harm, disable, overburden, or impair the Site or its infrastructure
- Involves unauthorized data scraping, crawling, or automated access
- Attempts to gain unauthorized access to any systems or accounts
- Transmits malicious code, viruses, or any harmful software
- Harasses, threatens, or impersonates other users
- Violates the intellectual property rights of others
We reserve the right to terminate access for users who violate these terms without prior notice.
Stat Manipulation & Exploits
Zero Tolerance Policy
Stats manipulation, boosting, or using exploits to artificially inflate statistics is strictly prohibited. This includes but is not limited to:
- Farming kills on empty or private servers
- Using multiple accounts to boost stats
- Exploiting game bugs for statistical advantage
- Collusion with other players to manipulate rankings
Users and servers identified engaging in this behavior will have their accounts flagged, removed from leaderboards, or permanently blacklisted from the ranking system at our sole discretion.
Intellectual Property
The design, branding, code, and original content of this Site are the property of BF1942 Online and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.
Battlefield 1942 and all associated trademarks, logos, and assets are the property of Electronic Arts Inc. and DICE. This is an unofficial fan site and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by EA or DICE.
Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or downloads (such as game installers, mods, or community tools) that are not owned or controlled by us.
We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible for any damage or loss caused by your use of such external sites.
Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
IN NO EVENT SHALL BF1942 ONLINE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.
Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your data
Information We Collect
We collect different types of information depending on how you interact with our Service:
Public Game Data
Player in-game names (aliases), keyhashes (anonymized identifiers), IP addresses of game servers, and performance statistics are collected from public game servers. This information is publicly broadcast by game servers and is considered public within the gaming context.
Account Information (Optional)
If you choose to log in via Discord to claim a profile, we collect:
- Discord Username and User ID
- Discord Avatar (public)
- Email address (for verification only, never shared or used for marketing)
Technical Data
Our servers automatically collect standard technical data including IP addresses, browser type, device information, and access times for security, analytics, and performance monitoring. This data is anonymized and not linked to individual identities.
Data Retention
We retain different types of data for different periods:
- Game Statistics: Retained indefinitely as historical records for leaderboards and player profiles
- Account Data: Retained until you request deletion or disconnect your account
- Server Logs: Automatically purged after 90 days
- Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized, retained for up to 24 months
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:
- All data transmitted via HTTPS/TLS encryption
- Database encryption at rest
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication for administrative functions
- DDoS protection and rate limiting
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have the following data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:
Access
Request a copy of your personal data
Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate data
Erasure
Request deletion of your data
Portability
Receive your data in a portable format
Restriction
Request limitation of processing
Objection
Object to certain types of processing
To exercise these rights, contact us via our Discord server. We will respond within 30 days. Note that public game statistics may remain as anonymized historical data.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected and how it's used
- Right to delete personal information (with certain exceptions)
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
We do not sell your personal information. To make a request, contact us via Discord.
Children's Privacy (COPPA)
Our Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided personal information, we will delete it promptly.
Analytics
We use Umami Analytics, a privacy-focused, self-hosted analytics solution to understand website traffic and usage patterns.
- Does not use cookies
- Does not track you across websites
- Does not collect personally identifiable information (PII)
- All data is anonymized and aggregated
- Compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and PECR
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Your continued use of the Service after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms or Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us:
Discord Server
Join our DiscordThis is the fastest way to reach us for support, data requests, or general inquiries.