Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 8, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to WordWhiz. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

Information We Collect

Information Stored Locally on Your Device

WordWhiz stores the following information locally on your device:

• Game progress (current level, completed levels)
• Language preferences
• Coin and hint balances
• Game settings and preferences
• Purchase history

This information is stored using iOS's local storage and is not transmitted to our servers.

Information Collected Automatically

When you use WordWhiz, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: Game sessions, levels played, features used, interaction with ads
• Performance Data: Crash logs, performance metrics, error reports

Information Collected Through Third-Party Services

Firebase Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to understand how users interact with our app. Firebase collects:

• App usage statistics
• User engagement metrics
• Device and demographic information
• Custom events (level completion, hint usage, purchases)

Google AdMob

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect:

• Advertising identifier (IDFA)
• IP address
• Device information
• Ad interaction data

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain game functionality
• To save and restore your game progress
• To personalize your gaming experience
• To display relevant advertisements
• To analyze and improve our app performance
• To fix bugs and technical issues
• To process in-app purchases
• To communicate with you about app updates (if you contact us)

Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Service Providers: With Firebase (Google) for analytics and cloud services
• Advertising Partners: With AdMob for ad delivery (no personal data, only advertising ID)
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, sale, or acquisition

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encrypted connections for data transmission
• Secure cloud storage through Firebase
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to user data

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Children's Privacy

WordWhiz is designed to be enjoyed by users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. The app:

• Does not require registration or account creation
• Does not collect personal information like names or email addresses
• Shows age-appropriate advertisements through AdMob's child-directed settings

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your information:

• Access: You can view your game data within the app
• Deletion: You can delete all local data by uninstalling the app
• Opt-out of Ads: You can limit ad tracking in your device settings
• Opt-out of Analytics: You can disable analytics collection in your device settings

iOS Specific Controls

• Go to Settings > Privacy > Tracking to control app tracking
• Go to Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising to limit ad personalization

Data Retention

• Local Data: Stored on your device until you delete the app
• Analytics Data: Retained by Firebase according to their data retention policies (typically 14 months)
• Advertising Data: Retained by AdMob according to Google's data retention policies

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. By using WordWhiz, you consent to such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Providing in-app notifications for significant changes

Third-Party Links

WordWhiz may contain links to third-party websites or services (such as ads). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.