Dots Battle

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dots Battle! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By using Dots Battle, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use Dots Battle, we may collect:

• Anonymous User ID: Generated automatically when you first launch the app (Firebase Anonymous Authentication)
• Display Name: Automatically generated username (e.g., "Player123456")
• Game Statistics: Your wins, losses, draws, and rating
• Gameplay Data: Game moves, territories captured, and match history

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

We automatically collect certain information when you use our app:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: App features used, time spent in app, game sessions
• Performance Data: Crash logs, error reports, app performance metrics
• Advertising ID: For personalized ads (can be reset in device settings)

2.3 Information from Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Firebase: For authentication, database, and analytics
• Google AdMob: For displaying advertisements

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Game Services

• Create and manage your anonymous player profile
• Enable online multiplayer functionality
• Maintain global leaderboards and rankings
• Match you with opponents of similar skill levels
• Save your game progress and statistics

3.2 App Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns to improve gameplay
• Fix bugs and technical issues
• Develop new features and updates
• Monitor app performance and stability

3.3 Advertising

• Display relevant advertisements
• Measure ad performance and effectiveness
• Support free gameplay through ad revenue

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party services:

4.2 Public Information

The following information is publicly visible:

• Your display name (anonymous username)
• Your rating and ranking on the leaderboard
• Your win/loss statistics

Note: We do NOT share your real identity, email, or personal contact information.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes or government requests
• Enforce our terms of service
• Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Prevent fraud or security issues

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
• Secure Storage: Data is stored on Google Firebase's secure servers
• Anonymous Authentication: We use anonymous login - no email or password required
• Limited Access: Only authorized personnel can access backend systems

Important: While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services:

• Active Accounts: Data retained while you use the app
• Inactive Accounts: Data may be deleted after 12 months of inactivity
• Game History: Match data retained for leaderboard integrity
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Update

You have the right to:

• Access your game statistics and profile information
• View your position on the leaderboard
• Contact us to request information about your data

7.2 Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your data by:

• Uninstalling the app (removes local data)
• Emailing us at mkteam.dotsbattle@gmail.com with your user ID

Note: Some data may be retained in backups for up to 30 days.

7.3 Advertising Choices

You can control ad personalization:

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

7.4 Analytics Opt-Out

To opt-out of analytics, you can disable it in your device settings or contact us for assistance.

8. Children's Privacy

Dots Battle is suitable for users of all ages. However, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent in compliance with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act).

Our app uses anonymous authentication and does not require:

• Name, email, or contact information
• Photos or videos
• Location data
• In-app purchases (app is free)

If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete that information immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We use Google Firebase services, which have data centers worldwide. These transfers are made in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) requirements.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top
• Sending an in-app notification for significant changes

Your continued use of Dots Battle after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

14. Consent

By using Dots Battle, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our app.