Last Updated: 26 January 2026

Dotz (“Dotz”, “we”, “us” or “our”) is a gaming platform owned and operated by TalkLife Ltd (“TalkLife”).
 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share personal data when you access or use Dotz. As Dotz is owned and operated by TalkLife  and our data protection practices are streamlined across our platforms, certain provisions of the TalkLife Privacy Policy also apply where referenced.​

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1. Who We Are​

Dotz is operated by TalkLife Ltd. For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, TalkLife Ltd is the data controller of your personal data when you use Dotz.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us using the details provided in the TalkLife Privacy Policy.

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2. Information We Collect

The information we collect depends on how you choose to access Dotz.

2.1 Account Registration and Access Information

a) Creating a Dotz Account via Email

If you create a Dotz account using an email address, we collect:

• Email address

• Password

No additional personal information is required. Usernames and profile images are automatically assigned.

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b) Signing Up or Logging In via Google or Apple

If you sign up or log in using Google or Apple, we receive authentication information from the relevant provider to enable access to Dotz. This typically includes:

• A unique user identifier provided by the authentication service

• Confirmation that authentication was successful

We do not receive your Google or Apple password.

Any information shared with us is provided in accordance with the privacy policies of Google or Apple. Use of “Sign in with Apple” complies with Apple’s requirements, including data minimisation and privacy protections.

c) Signing Up or Logging In via TalkLife or TalkCampus

If you sign up or log in via TalkLife or TalkCampus, authentication is handled directly through those platforms.

• Dotz verifies access by allowing you to log in using your existing TalkLife or TalkCampus account

• We do not require or collect separate third-party authentication information for this process

Your use of TalkLife or TalkCampus remains subject to their respective privacy policies.

2.2 Guest Access

You may access Dotz as a guest without creating an account. When using Dotz as a guest, we do not collect account registration details. However, we may still collect limited technical and usage information as described below.

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you use Dotz, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device and browser information

• Log data such as IP address and timestamps

• Gameplay, usage, and interaction data

• Performance and diagnostic data

Analytics and usage information are collected and processed in accordance with the TalkLife Privacy Policy.
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3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and operate the Dotz platform

• Authenticate users and manage access

• Enable gameplay and platform features

• Improve performance, functionality, and user experience

• Monitor usage and maintain platform security

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not collect personal data beyond what is necessary to operate Dotz.

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4. Communication and Messaging

Messaging functionality within Dotz depends on how you access the platform:

• If you sign up or log in via TalkLife or TalkCampus, you may be able to communicate with other Dotz players accessing the platform through the same service.In these cases, communications are governed by the relevant TalkLife or TalkCampus privacy policies.

• If you access Dotz via any other sign-up method (including email, Google, Apple, or guest access), direct messaging is not available.

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5. Legal Bases for Processing (Where Applicable)

Depending on your location, we process personal data on the basis of:

• Performance of a contract (to provide access to Dotz)

• Legitimate interests (to operate, secure, and improve the platform)

• Consent, where required by law

• Legal obligations, where applicable

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6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal data. We may share information:

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• With service providers that support Dotz (such as hosting, analytics, and authentication services)

• Within the TalkLife group of companies, where necessary to operate the platform

• Where required by law, regulation, or legal process

All service providers are subject to appropriate contractual and security safeguards.

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7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

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• Provide Dotz

• Meet legal, regulatory, or operational requirements

• Resolve disputes and enforce our terms

Retention practices align with those described in the TalkLife Privacy Policy.

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8. Your Rights

Your data protection rights, including rights of access, correction, and deletion, are explained in the TalkLife Privacy Policy available at https://www.talklife.com/privacy.

These rights apply to personal data processed in connection with your use of Dotz.
 

10. Children and Young People

Dotz is owned and operated by TalkLife. Age-related safeguards and requirements are handled in accordance with TalkLife’s policies.

Where Dotz is accessed via TalkLife or TalkCampus, the relevant platform’s rules and protections apply.

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11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed or stored outside your country of residence. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are applied in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

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12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date above. Continued use of Dotz after changes take effect indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

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13. Relationship to TalkLife Privacy Policy

As Dotz is owned and operated by TalkLife, the TalkLife Privacy Policy applies alongside this Privacy Policy. Where Dotz-specific practices are described here, this Privacy Policy takes precedence.​

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14. Contact

Questions, comments and requests regarding this Privacy Policy are welcomed and should be addressed to The Data Protection Officer for TalkLife Limited – dpo@talklife.co