Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 6, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Senterej: Ethiopian Chess at senterej.clovisstar.com handles information when visitors use the website, browser game, online rooms, leaderboard, and Android download link.
Information We Collect
You can browse the site and play local or AI games without creating a personal account. Online features may use a guest username, room code, match state, move history, ratings, wins, losses, draws, and similar gameplay records.
The site may also process standard technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, referring page, timestamps, and server logs. This information is used for security, compatibility, abuse prevention, troubleshooting, and site operation.
Local Storage and Cookies
Senterej may use browser storage to remember interface preferences, game settings, and rotating banner state. The hosting platform and linked third-party services may use cookies or similar technologies for security, caching, analytics, or delivery.
How We Use Information
- To operate local, AI, and online Senterej gameplay.
- To create and join online rooms and maintain match state.
- To display leaderboard and gameplay statistics.
- To secure the site, diagnose errors, and prevent abuse.
- To improve compatibility across browsers and devices.
Third-Party Links and Downloads
Senterej links to related properties, GitHub, Internet Archive, and other external websites. Those services have their own privacy practices. The Android APK download is hosted through GitHub, and GitHub may collect information according to its own policies.
Children's Privacy
Senterej is a strategy game and educational project, but it is not directed to children under 13. Do not submit personal information through online features.
Data Retention
Gameplay and server records may be retained as needed to operate the service, maintain leaderboards, investigate issues, and protect the site. Logs may be deleted or rotated according to hosting practices.
Security
Reasonable technical safeguards are used to protect the site. No online service can guarantee absolute security, and users should avoid sharing sensitive personal information in usernames, room names, or other gameplay fields.
Contact
For privacy questions about Senterej, contact the site operator through the related Clovis Star network at clovisstar.com.