Privacy Policy for Sudoku App

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Sudoku ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application (the "Sudoku"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you use our App, we may collect the following personal information through Google Sign-In:

• Google Account Information: Name, email address, and profile picture
• Unique User Identifier: A unique ID to identify your account across devices

Game Data

We collect and store game-related information to provide our services:

• Game Statistics: Games played, wins, losses, completion times, difficulty levels
• Rating and Progress: Your skill rating and win percentage
• Game History: Recent game results and performance data

Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version
• App Usage: Features used and app performance data
• Error Reports: Crash logs and error diagnostics to improve app stability

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Account Management: Create and manage your user account
• Game Features: Save your progress, statistics, and enable leaderboards
• Personalization: Provide personalized gaming experience and recommendations
• Communication: Send important updates about the app (if applicable)
• Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve app functionality
• Security: Protect against fraud and ensure app security

Data Storage and Security

Firebase Services

We use Google Firebase services to store and manage your data:

• Firebase Authentication: Securely manages your login credentials
• Cloud Firestore: Stores your game data and statistics
• Security Measures: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest

Data Retention

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Game Statistics: Stored to maintain leaderboards and progress tracking
• Deletion: You can request account deletion, which will remove all associated data

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

• Google/Firebase: Data is processed through Google's Firebase services under their privacy policies
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in app operation (bound by confidentiality agreements)

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
• Withdrawal: Revoke consent for data processing (may limit app functionality)

Third-Party Services

Our App integrates with the following third-party services:

Google Services

• Google Sign-In: For user authentication
• Firebase: For data storage and app backend
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these services to understand their data practices.

Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending a notification through the App (if applicable)

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

Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)

For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your personal information includes:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide the App services
• Legitimate Interests: Improving app functionality and user experience
• Consent: Where you have explicitly consented to processing
• Legal Obligation: Where required by applicable law

Data Protection Officer

If you are in the EU and have concerns about our data processing, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at [andrewspourgeon@gmail.com] or your local data protection authority.

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Note: This privacy policy is designed to comply with Google Play Store requirements, GDPR, and other applicable privacy laws. Please customize the contact information and any specific details according to your actual practices.