Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Expentrac ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you play this game (the "Game"). By using the Game, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account and Authentication Identifiers

The Game does not ask you to register with an email address or password. To save your progress, an account is created automatically using one of the following methods:

• Apple Game Center (iOS): If Game Center is available and you are signed in, we receive a Game Center player identifier and a signed verification payload (public key URL, signature, salt, and timestamp) used solely to verify your identity with Game Center and to create or sign in to your game account. We do not receive your Apple ID, real name, email address, or friends list.
• Anonymous Account: If Game Center is unavailable or you decline it, we create an anonymous account identified by a randomly generated identifier so that your progress can be stored. This identifier is not linked to your real-world identity.

1.2 Game Data

To provide the Game and sync your progress, we store data generated through play:

• Level progress and completion status
• Statistics such as best clear times per difficulty
• In-game settings and preferences (e.g., language, theme)
• Advertising-related preferences (e.g., whether ads have been removed)

1.3 Information Collected Automatically

We automatically collect certain technical information to operate and improve the Game:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and unique or advertising identifiers
• Usage Data: Gameplay patterns, features used, crash reports, and performance metrics
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and technical error logs

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide and Maintain the Game: Create your game account, save and sync your progress and statistics across sessions and devices
• Improve the Game: Analyze usage patterns to enhance levels, features, and difficulty balance
• Technical Support: Diagnose and fix technical issues and respond to inquiries
• Stability and Performance: Monitor performance and identify bugs or crashes
• Advertising: Display advertisements and manage ad-related preferences
• Security and Fraud Prevention: Detect and prevent unauthorized access, abuse, or fraudulent activity
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Data Storage Location

Your game data is stored on secure cloud servers provided by trusted third-party cloud service providers. These providers maintain data centers in multiple regions worldwide and comply with industry-standard security practices. Authentication tokens are stored securely on your device using the operating system's secure storage.

3.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS/TLS protocols
• Secure on-device storage of authentication tokens
• Regular security monitoring and updates
• Access controls and authentication requirements

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

3.3 Data Retention

We retain your game account and associated data for as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide the Game. You can request deletion of your account and data as described in Section 5.

4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

4.1 Apple Game Center

On iOS, we use Apple Game Center to authenticate your game account. Your use of Game Center is governed by Apple. Apple Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

4.2 Firebase Services

We use Google Firebase services to improve the Game's quality:

• Firebase Analytics: Collects anonymized usage statistics to understand how players interact with the Game
• Firebase Crashlytics: Collects crash reports and diagnostic data to identify and fix bugs
• Firebase Performance: Monitors performance metrics such as load times and network latency

Firebase Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

4.3 Advertising Services

The Game displays advertisements through Google AdMob (including banner, interstitial, and rewarded ad formats). AdMob may collect and use certain information to serve and measure ads, which may include personalized advertising. This includes:

• Device identifiers and advertising IDs
• IP address and approximate location
• Ad interaction data

You can manage your ad preferences or opt out of personalized advertising:

• iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking (and Apple Advertising settings)
• Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

AdMob Privacy Policy: https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543

4.4 When We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the Game (authentication, cloud hosting, analytics, advertising)
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Expentrac, our users, or the public
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (users will be notified)

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access Your Information

Your progress and statistics are available to you within the Game at any time. For a copy of the data associated with your account, you can contact us using the details in Section 14.

5.2 Delete Your Account and Data

You have the right to request deletion of your game account and all associated data:

• You can request deletion at any time by contacting us at [email protected].
• Once processed, your account data is permanently deleted from our servers and cannot be recovered.

5.3 Opt Out of Personalized Advertising

You can opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings as described in Section 4.3.

5.4 Withdraw Consent

Where we rely on your consent to process information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

6. Children's Privacy

The Game is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information was provided without parental or guardian consent, we will take steps to delete the information and the associated account. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information should contact us via the Contact Us section.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country.

By using the Game, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and use appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

8. Rights for European Union Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
• Right to Object: You can object to certain types of processing, such as direct marketing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: You can file a complaint with your local data protection authority

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contract Performance: To provide the Game and save your progress
• Legitimate Interests: To improve the Game, ensure security, and prevent fraud
• Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., for personalized advertising)
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

9. Rights for California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell your personal information. However, third-party advertising may be considered "sharing" under CCPA. You can opt out through device settings
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights

To exercise these rights, please use the Contact Us section of this policy (Section 14). We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Categories of Personal Information Collected

• Identifiers (Game Center player ID or anonymous account ID, device ID, advertising ID)
• Game data (level progress and statistics you generate by playing)
• Internet or network activity (usage data, IP address)
• Geolocation data (approximate location from IP address)

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Game and our third-party service providers (Firebase, AdMob) may use identifiers and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your use of the Game. These technologies help us:

• Analyze game usage and performance
• Provide personalized advertising
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Improve the player experience

You can manage tracking preferences through your device settings. Note that disabling certain technologies may limit some functionality.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will notify you through:

• In-game notifications
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Game after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that may compromise your personal information, we will notify affected users as required by applicable law. Notifications will be sent via in-game notification or other appropriate means within a reasonable timeframe after discovery of the breach.

13. Third-Party Links

The Game may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., through advertisements). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.