Introduction
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how Golden Tetra Studio ("we," "us," "our," or "Service Provider") collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you use the Retro Block Duo mobile application ("Application," "App," or "Service"). This Policy applies to all users of our Application.
By downloading, installing, or using our Application, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use our Application.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you use our Application, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers (such as IDFA - Identifier For Advertisers), mobile network information, and Game Center ID
- Usage Data: App features accessed, time spent in the Application, gameplay statistics, session duration, and user interactions
- Technical Data: IP address, crash logs, diagnostic information (such as loading time, latency, framerate, or other technical diagnostics), and performance metrics
- Analytics Data: Aggregated usage patterns and app performance data
Location Information: The Application does not collect or access precise location information from your mobile device.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following legitimate purposes:
- Service Provision: To provide, maintain, operate, and improve our Application and its features
- Performance Monitoring: To monitor Application performance, identify and fix technical issues, and optimize user experience
- Analytics: To understand how users interact with our Application, analyze usage patterns, and improve functionality
- Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries, provide technical support, and address user concerns
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, and governmental requests
- Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, security threats, and unauthorized access
- Communication: To send you important updates about the Application (when necessary)
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
Third-Party Service Providers
We may share aggregated, anonymized data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Application. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specific services they provide to us.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or in good faith belief that such disclosure is necessary to:
- Comply with a subpoena, court order, or similar legal process
- Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
- Investigate fraud or respond to a government request
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
Third-Party Services
Our Application utilizes third-party services that may collect information used to identify you. These services have their own privacy policies that govern how they handle data. We encourage you to review these policies:
- AdMob: AdMob Privacy Policy
- Google Analytics for Firebase: Firebase Privacy Policy
These third-party providers may use cookies, web beacons, and other technologies to collect information about your use of the Application and other apps and websites.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances
Opt-Out Options
You can exercise your choices in the following ways:
- Uninstall the Application: You can stop all collection of information by uninstalling the Application using standard uninstall processes available on your mobile device
- Device Settings: Adjust privacy settings on your device to limit data collection
Children's Privacy
Our Application is designed for users aged 4 and above. We are committed to protecting the privacy of children and complying with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable laws regarding children's privacy.
Information Collection from Children Under 13
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. The types of information we may collect from all users (including children) are limited to:
- Device identifiers for analytics and crash reporting purposes only
- Gameplay statistics that do not identify the child personally
- Technical information necessary for app functionality
Parental Rights and Controls
Parents and guardians have the following rights regarding their child's information:
- Review: Request to review any personal information we have collected from their child
- Delete: Request deletion of their child's personal information
- Refuse Further Collection: Refuse to permit further collection or use of their child's information
- Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data collection at any time
Parental Notification and Consent
If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will:
- Immediately delete such information from our servers
- Not use or disclose the information for any purpose
- Take steps to prevent future unauthorized collection
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, or if you would like to exercise any of your parental rights, please contact us immediately at retroblockduo@gmail.com. We will respond promptly to address your concerns and take appropriate action.
Safe Gaming Environment
We are committed to providing a safe gaming environment for children by:
- Not including chat features or social interaction capabilities
- Not collecting location information
- Not requesting personal information such as names, addresses, or phone numbers
- Using only age-appropriate content and advertising (when applicable)
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. When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy rights.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at retroblockduo@gmail.com.
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the rights listed in the "Your Rights and Choices" section above. Our legal basis for processing your information includes:
- Legitimate Interest: To operate and improve our Application
- Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: retroblockduo@gmail.com
- Response Time: We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable time, typically within 30 days
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:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Policy
- Notify users through the Application or other appropriate means when required by law
- Provide a reasonable notice period before material changes take effect
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy regularly for any changes. Continued use of the Application after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.