Privacy Policy - Sword Serpents

Adam Ferguson ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how Sword Serpents ("the App") collects, uses, and safeguards your information when you play our mobile game.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

Player Name: You can enter a name (up to 10 characters) for leaderboard display
Game Progress: Your scores, levels completed, and gameplay statistics

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

Device Information: Device model, operating system version, and unique device identifiers
Gameplay Data: Game sessions, level progress, scores, and in-game actions
Network Information: Internet connection status to enable online features
Ad Interaction Data: Information about ad views and interactions (collected by AdMob)

1.3 Information from Third Parties

Google AdMob: Collects data for advertising purposes (see Section 4)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Game Functionality: To provide core game features, save progress, and maintain leaderboards
Leaderboard: To display player names and scores on the global leaderboard
Personalization: To enhance your gaming experience and remember your preferences
Analytics: To understand how players interact with the game and improve gameplay
Advertising: To display relevant ads through Google AdMob
Technical Support: To troubleshoot issues and provide customer support

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage

Game progress and settings are stored locally on your device. This data remains private unless you choose to submit scores to the leaderboard.

3.2 Server Storage

Leaderboard data (player names and scores) is stored on secure MongoDB servers with industry-standard encryption.

3.3 Security Measures

Data encryption in transit and at rest
Secure HTTPS connections for all network communications
Regular security audits and updates
Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Google AdMob

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements in the App. AdMob may collect and process data including:

Device identifiers (Advertising ID)
IP address
Location data (approximate)
Ad interaction data

For more information, see:

4.2 Opt-Out of Personalized Ads

You can opt out of personalized advertising by:

Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking

5. Children's Privacy

Sword Serpents is intended for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. The App:

Does not require account creation
Does not collect sensitive personal information
Uses age-appropriate ad settings through AdMob
Does not contain social features or chat functionality

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Deletion

Local Data: You can clear local game data by uninstalling the App
Leaderboard Data: Contact us to request removal of your leaderboard entry

6.2 Consent Withdrawal

You can stop all data collection by uninstalling the App from your device.

6.3 Network Access

You can play the game offline. However, leaderboard features and ad-based rewards require an internet connection.

7. Data Retention

Local Data: Stored on your device until you uninstall the App or clear data
Leaderboard Data: Retained indefinitely to maintain leaderboard integrity
Analytics Data: Retained for up to 24 months

8. International Users

Sword Serpents is available globally. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where our servers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. We will notify you of significant changes through:

In-app notifications
Updates to the "Last Updated" date

Your continued use of the App after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Legal Compliance

We comply with applicable data protection laws including:

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU users
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
Google Play Developer Program Policies

⚔️ Privacy Policy - Sword Serpents