Privacy Policy for BrainBlocks by Flicker Studios

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our Service. The types of information we collect include:

Information You Provide

• Nickname (display name for leaderboards and tournaments)
• Email address only if you contact our support

(We do not collect age information.)

Automatically Collected Information

• Gameplay data (scores, levels completed, time played)
• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Usage analytics (app usage patterns, feature usage)
• Technical data (IP address, crash reports, performance data)

In-App Purchase Information

• Purchase history and transaction data
• Payment verification information (processed by app stores)

2. Third-Party SDKs and Services

Google Mobile Ads (AdMob)

We use Google Mobile Ads SDK ("AdMob") to show ads. AdMob automatically collects IP address (used to estimate general location), app interactions (such as ad views and taps), diagnostics (e.g., crash information), and device identifiers including the Android Advertising ID (AAID) and App Set ID for advertising, analytics, and fraud prevention. This data is encrypted in transit. Users can reset or delete the AAID in Android Settings.

For more information, see Google's disclosure: https://developers.google.com/admob/android/privacy/play-data-disclosure

European Economic Area, UK, and Switzerland

For users in the EEA, UK, and Switzerland, we use a Google-certified Consent Management Platform (CMP) to obtain consent for personalized ads and analytics. You can change your consent choices at any time through the app's privacy settings or by contacting us.

Data We Collect Server-Side

When you use BrainBlocks, we automatically create a user account and collect:

• Internal User ID: A persistent identifier for your account
• Nickname: Your chosen display name for leaderboards and tournaments
• Gameplay Data: Tournament participation, scores, levels completed, and game statistics
• Purchase Tokens: Google Play purchase tokens for entitlement management (when in-app purchases are made)

We collect this information for app functionality, leaderboards, anti-cheat measures, and purchase entitlements. We retain this data until account deletion plus short operational backups for technical purposes.

Payment Processing

All in-app purchases are processed through Google Play Billing. We do not receive or store your payment card details. Google Play handles all payment processing, and we only receive purchase tokens for entitlement management and verification purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing and operating the BrainBlocks game service
• Managing tournaments and leaderboards
• Processing in-app purchases and managing virtual items
• Providing customer support and responding to inquiries
• Improving game performance and user experience
• Analyzing gameplay patterns and app usage (anonymized data)
• Ensuring game security and preventing cheating
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

Third-Party Services

• Analytics Providers: We use analytics services to understand app usage (data is anonymized where possible)
• Cloud Storage: Game data is stored on secure cloud servers
• Payment Processors: App stores handle in-app purchase processing
• Customer Support: Third-party support tools may access support communications

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, users, or the public.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS)
• Access controls limiting who can view personal information
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Secure data centers and cloud infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service and maintain your account
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information

Account Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and personal information at any time. To delete your account:

• Visit our data deletion page: https://flicker-studios.com/legal/data-deletion
• Or contact us directly at: flickerstudioofficial@gmail.com

When you request account deletion:

• Your account and associated gameplay data will be permanently deleted within 30 days
• Some information may be retained for fraud prevention, financial records, or legal compliance as required by law
• Anonymized analytics data may be retained for statistical purposes but cannot be linked back to you

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including standard contractual clauses and adequacy decisions.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• For material changes, providing reasonable notice to users

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.