KettleRP Privacy Policy

KettleRP Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 2025

Welcome to KettleRP, a British-based Grand Theft Auto V roleplay community operating on the FiveM platform. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and manage your data across our FiveM server, official website, and related digital platforms such as Discord.

1. Who We Are

KettleRP (“we”, “us”, or “our”) provides an immersive multiplayer gaming experience based on the Grand Theft Auto V universe using the FiveM platform. We operate game servers, a website, and integrations with third-party services (e.g. Discord) to support gameplay and community features.

Disclaimer: KettleRP is not affiliated with or endorsed by Rockstar Games, Take-Two Interactive, CFX.re, the Metropolitan Police Service, or any real-world law enforcement, government, or emergency service agency.

2. Data We Collect

A. In-Game (FiveM Server)

  • Steam ID, Discord ID, Rockstar ID
  • FiveM (CitizenFX) License Identifiers
  • IP Address & Connection Logs
  • Gameplay Logs (e.g., job usage, actions, chat logs, bans, warnings)
  • Server Join/Leave Timestamps
  • Client crash logs or events
  • Screenshots and video captures of your in-game screen (for gameplay moderation or anti-cheat purposes only)

B. Website (kettlerp.com)

  • IP Address, browser version, and device metadata
  • Form submissions (e.g., applications, reports)
  • Cookie-based tracking (if consented)
  • Website error or performance data

C. Discord

  • Discord Username, ID, Avatar, and Roles
  • Messages or interactions in public or staff channels
  • Join/leave timestamps, nickname, and assigned roles

3. How We Use Your Data

  • Operate and moderate our FiveM server and community
  • Verify user identity and assign roles (e.g. for whitelisting)
  • Review rule-breaking reports and process gameplay footage or logs
  • Monitor performance, detect abuse, or prevent cheating
  • Improve gameplay experiences and technical stability
  • Enforce bans and maintain player history

4. Legal Basis for Data Processing

Under the UK GDPR, our data collection and processing are based on:

  • Legitimate Interest – To ensure fair play, server security, and community management.
  • Contractual Necessity – To deliver game access and services when you connect or register.
  • Legal Obligation – If required by applicable laws or lawful requests.

Note: We do not offer the ability to request deletion, modification, or withdrawal of your data. By using our services, you agree to our permanent storage and internal use of collected data for community integrity, moderation, and administration purposes.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as it is relevant to server operations, including:

  • Gameplay and moderation logs (retained indefinitely for auditing and enforcement)
  • Application or report submissions (retained during the active community lifecycle)
  • IP and activity logs (retained for fraud protection and security)

6. Sharing of Your Data

We do not sell or rent your data.

Your data may be shared only:

  • With staff or developers for administrative and moderation purposes
  • With Discord Inc., CFX.re (FiveM), or our server hosting providers
  • If legally required by UK authorities or courts
  • In case of security threats, abuse reports, or breach investigations

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use essential cookies and analytics services to:

  • Track website performance
  • Provide login session persistence
  • Improve form functionality

Consent will be requested for non-essential cookies in accordance with UK ePrivacy regulations.

8. Third-Party Services

KettleRP uses third-party services including but not limited to:

  • Discord (for communication and identity linking)
  • FiveM / CFX.re (for gameplay sessions)
  • Google Analytics or uptime tools (for website performance)

Each third party may independently collect and store data based on their own privacy policies.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your use of KettleRP services:

10. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this policy at any time. The most current version will always be available at https://kettlerp.com/privacy-policy. You are advised to check this page periodically. Continued use of our services constitutes agreement to the current version.

Legal Notice

  • Operator: KettleRP UK
  • Community Lead: ThicccPorky
  • Jurisdiction: United Kingdom
  • Email: support@kettlerp.com