Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 3, 2026
1) Who We Are
Pigskin5 is an independent fan-made NFL trivia game available at pigskin5.com. This site is operated by Thomas Allen (also known online as Twillyallen or @TwillysTakes) on X/Twitter.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.
2) Quick Summary
- No account required. You can play without creating an account or providing personal details.
- Local game data stays on your device. Streaks and completion status are stored in your browser's 'local storage.
- Leaderboard is optional. If you submit a score, we receive your (optional) display name + score + timing.
- We use cookies. Cookies may be used for analytics and advertising (including Google AdSense).
3) Information We Collect
A) Information You Provide (Optional)
If you submit to the daily leaderboard, we collect:
- Display name (the name you choose)
- Quiz score
- Average completion time (or similar timing metric)
- Date of the daily quiz
We do not require email addresses, phone numbers, or real names for leaderboard submissions.
B) Local Storage (Stored on Your Device)
Pigskin5 uses your browser’s local storage to save game progress on your device. This may include:
- Daily quiz completion status
- Daily streak count
- Touchdown/perfect-game streak count
- Previous quiz results
- Local settings or preferences (if applicable)
This local storage data is stored on your device and is not transmitted to us unless you choose to submit a score to the leaderboard. You can clear local storage at any time through your browser settings.
C) Automatically Collected Information (Standard Website Data)
Like most websites, when you visit Pigskin5 we (or our service providers) may automatically collect certain information, such as:
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Approximate location (e.g., country/region derived from IP)
- IP address
- Pages viewed and time spent
- Referring/exit pages
- Date/time of access
4) Cookies, Consent, and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device. They help websites function, understand usage, and (in some cases) show relevant ads. We may also use similar technologies like local storage and pixels.
Cookie Consent
If we display a cookie consent banner on Pigskin5, you can use it to accept, reject, or manage non-essential cookies where required. You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Please note: disabling certain cookies may impact site functionality.
Types of Cookies We May Use
- Essential cookies: needed to provide core site functionality.
- Analytics cookies: help us understand how users interact with Pigskin5 (e.g., which pages are visited).
- Advertising cookies: used to serve and measure ads (including interest-based ads where permitted).
5) Advertising (Google AdSense)
Pigskin5 may display ads through Google AdSense. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this site and/or other sites on the internet.
Google may use advertising cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) to help serve and measure ads. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to Pigskin5 or other websites.
Opting Out of Personalized Ads
You can manage ad personalization via:
- Google Ads Settings
- Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
- Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
6) How We Use Information
We use information collected to:
- Operate and maintain Pigskin5
- Display daily leaderboards (when users submit scores)
- Improve gameplay, features, and site performance
- Analyze usage trends and troubleshoot issues
- Help prevent spam, abuse, or fraudulent activity
- Display and measure advertising (when enabled)
7) Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited information in the following situations:
- Service providers: analytics, hosting, and advertising partners may process data on our behalf to provide their services.
- Legal requirements: if required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.
- Site protection: to protect Pigskin5, our users, or the public (e.g., preventing abuse).
8) Third-Party Links
Pigskin5 may link to third-party sites (for example, Twitter/X). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Please review their policies directly.
9) Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10) Children’s Privacy
Pigskin5 is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.
11) Your Choices
- Local data: clear local storage through your browser settings to reset streaks/results.
- Cookies: manage cookies via your browser settings and (if present) our cookie banner.
- Leaderboard: you can choose not to submit your score.
12) Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) signal. There is no uniform standard for interpreting DNT signals, so we do not respond to them in a specific way.
13) International Users
Pigskin5 is operated in the United States. If you access the site from outside the U.S., your information may be processed in the U.S. By using Pigskin5, you understand and consent to this processing.
14) California Privacy Notice
California residents may have rights under applicable privacy laws (including the CCPA/CPRA), such as the right to request access or deletion of personal information. Pigskin5 does not sell personal information.
To make a request, contact us at pigskin5game@gmail.com.
15) EEA/UK Users (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you may have additional rights under the GDPR, including access, correction, deletion, and objection/restriction of certain processing.
Legal bases for processing may include consent (where required), legitimate interests (site operation and improvement), and compliance with legal obligations.
16) Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page and revise the “Last updated” date above.
17) Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or privacy practices, contact:
Email: pigskin5game@gmail.com
Contact page: contact.html