EA Forums Online Security Newsletter - Volume 10

Happy Halloween 🎃!

Trick or Treat Night marks the last day of the month, and it’s also the day we publish our monthly newsletter.
Before we dive into this month’s topic, let’s take a quick look back at our previous edition, which was a collection of online security tips from past issues, all tied to Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October.

Speaking of this special month for cybersecurity, have you shared any security tips with your friends or family?
Have they shared their experiences with you, or have you come across an interesting article related to cybersecurity?
If so, please share them with us in the comments to help spread awareness!

This month’s security focus is Privacy & Data Protection in Online Games.
As usual, we’ll share valuable insights around this topic and encourage you to join the discussion.
Every participant, whether by joining the conversation or completing this month’s quiz, will receive a unique token of participation in the form of a forum badge!

Stay safe!

Privacy & Data Protection in Online Games

Let’s Talk Privacy First
Gaming is all about fun, but when you’re online, your data becomes part of the game too. Every time you log in, chat with friends, or complete a match, you’re leaving traces of personal information. That’s why knowing what’s collected, how it’s used, and what you can control matters.
Good data protection isn’t just a checkbox; it’s about building a foundation: limiting what’s collected, securing it properly, and giving you meaningful control over your profile. When developers bake “privacy-by-design” into games, everyone wins.

Why Your Gaming Data Matters
In modern titles, you don’t just play, you participate. Achievements, stats, social play, linked platforms, and even targeted offers become part of your profile. That means your digital identity is just as important as your gamer tag. Mistakes here can expose your account to unwanted risks, such as phishing, identity theft, or oversharing.
By taking a proactive approach to your privacy settings, you’re effectively controlling your account’s visibility and the footprint of your data. Think of it as choosing who sees your high-score highlights and who doesn’t.

EA’s Commitment to Player Privacy
You can learn how EA  handles player information through “Investing in Privacy and Security” commitments. EA's global privacy program adheres to recognized best practices, ensuring that “privacy-by-design” is integrated into all games, services, and operations. 
This means EA provides notice of its data practices, offers users choices, and grants rights such as access, correction, and deletion of personal information. 
For us, gamers, that means the studio isn’t just collecting data for the sake of it; they claim to be mindful of scope, minimize processing where possible, and maintain safeguards against unauthorized access.

Real Control: Adjusting Your Privacy Settings
On your EA Account, you’ll find the “Security & Privacy” tab. This is where you take action. You can control how your data is used internally and by third parties, download a copy of your data, or request deletion of your account data.

• How to update your EA Account privacy settings
• Investing in Privacy and Security
  
  

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