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Introduction

CYGMA (Cyprus Game Makers Association) Limited (“CYGMA” or “we”) is a non-profit organization registered in Cyprus. CYGMA is a company limited by guarantee without share capital (meaning it operates on a not-for-profit basis), established to promote and support the game development industry in Cyprus. We are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and applicable local laws. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect (particularly through our membership registration form and website), how we use and protect it, and your rights regarding this data. By interacting with us – for example, by applying for membership through our Wild Apricot platform or visiting our website – you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Data Controller and Contact Information

For the purposes of data protection law, the data controller is CYGMA (Cyprus Game Makers Association) Limited, a non-profit association registered in Cyprus (Registration No. HE 486303). Our registered office is at 1 Lampousas Street, 1095 Nicosia, Cyprus. If you have any questions or requests regarding your personal data, you can contact us at info@cygma.com or by mail at the above address.

Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data that you provide directly to us when you apply for or maintain membership in CYGMA, as well as data generated in the course of your membership. This includes:

  • Contact Information: Your name and email address (both required for membership registration), and optionally your telephone number or other contact details you choose to provide. This allows us to identify you and communicate with you.

 

  • Professional/Organizational Information: The company or organization you are affiliated with (especially since CYGMA’s members are typically game development companies or institutions) and your job title or role. We use this to verify membership eligibility and to understand our membership demographics (e.g., whether you represent a game studio, academic institution, etc.).

 

  • Postal Address: Your mailing or business address, if requested during registration or provided by you (for example, some membership forms include an address field for contact or billing purposes). This may be used for official correspondence, billing, or record-keeping.

 

  • Membership Details: Information related to your membership in the association, such as the type/category of membership you have selected, your membership start date and renewal/expiration date, membership ID, and status (e.g., active, pending approval, lapsed). We generate and maintain this data to administer your membership (for example, tracking when fees are due or if membership is active).

 

  • Payment Information: If a membership fee is required, we (through our third-party payment processor) collect payment details to process your membership dues. This may include billing name, payment method, and transaction information. Note: Credit card details (card number, CVC, etc.) are not stored on our systems; when you pay online, your card information is transmitted directly and securely to our payment provider (Stripe) via the Wild Apricot platform. We receive a payment confirmation and basic details like the last four digits of your card or transaction ID, but full card data is never received or retained by CYGMA.

 

  • Additional Information You Provide: Any other personal information you choose to give us. For example, our membership form may include custom fields or free-form text boxes for information such as your company’s registration number, years in operation, or notes to administrators. You might also provide information when contacting us (via email, website forms, or otherwise) with inquiries or when participating in CYGMA events or surveys. We will collect and record such information as needed to fulfill the purposes for which you provided it.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please do not hesitate to contact us:

 

Cyprus Game Makers Association (CYGMA)

 

Email: info@cygma.com


Postal Address: 1 Lampousas Street, 1095 Nicosia, Cyprus (Attn: General Manager)


Website: https://cygma.eu/

 

We are here to help and will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible. Your privacy is important to us, and we welcome your feedback.

Last updated: January 31, 2026