Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 7, 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to Word Search Explorer (hereinafter referred to as "the App" or "we"). We highly value your privacy protection and the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy aims to explain to you how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information, as well as your related rights.
Before using the App, please read and fully understand this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any content of this Privacy Policy, please stop using the App immediately.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: When you choose to create an account, we may collect your email address, username, and other information
- Game Progress: Your level progress, achievements, scores, and other game data
- Feedback: Information you submit when providing feedback or reporting issues
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: Device model, operating system version, device identifiers, etc.
- Usage Data: App usage, feature usage frequency, game duration, etc.
- Performance Data: Crash logs, error reports, and other technical information
3. How We Use Information
We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Provide Services: To provide game features, save game progress, and offer personalized experiences
- Improve Products: Analyze user behavior to improve game design and features
- Customer Support: Respond to your inquiries and resolve technical issues
- Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and illegal activities
- Notifications: Send important notices, updates, and promotional activities (with your consent)
4. Information Storage
- Storage Location: Your data is primarily stored locally on your device, with some data (such as leaderboards, account information) possibly stored on secure cloud servers
- Storage Duration: We only retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
- Data Security: We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encrypted storage and transmission
5. Information Sharing
We commit not to sell your personal information. We only share your information in the following circumstances:
- Third-Party Service Providers: We may use third-party services (such as analytics tools, advertising platforms) to help provide services. These service providers can only access the information needed to perform their tasks
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our legitimate interests
- With Your Consent: In other circumstances with your explicit consent
5.1 Third-Party Services
The App may use the following third-party services:
- Google Play Services: For app distribution and updates
- Analytics Services: To understand app usage and improve user experience
- Advertising Services: To display relevant ads (if using the free version)
6. Advertising and Analytics
- Advertising: The free version may contain third-party ads. Ad providers may collect certain information to deliver relevant advertisements
- Analytics: We use analytics tools to understand how users interact with our app and help us improve the product
- Opt-Out: You can limit ad tracking through your device settings
7. Children's Privacy
This App is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and discover that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will promptly delete the relevant information.
8. Your Rights
Under applicable law, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to Access: You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you
- Right to Rectification: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information
- Right to Deletion: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You have the right to withdraw consent you previously provided at any time
- Data Portability: You have the right to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format
To exercise the above rights, please contact us using the information below.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Using encryption technology to protect data transmission and storage
- Restricting access to personal information
- Regularly reviewing and updating security measures
- Establishing data breach emergency response mechanisms
However, please note that no data transmission or storage system can guarantee 100% security.
10. Cross-Border Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed on servers located outside your country or region. We will ensure these transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and take appropriate measures to protect your information.
11. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information and support certain features. You can manage cookie preferences through your device settings, but this may affect the use of certain features.
12. Privacy Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. For significant changes, we will notify you through in-app notifications or other means. The updated Privacy Policy will take effect upon publication. We recommend reviewing this policy regularly.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, comments, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us through:
We will respond to your request within 30 days of receipt.
14. Governing Law
The interpretation, execution, and dispute resolution of this Privacy Policy are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where our company is located. In case of disputes, both parties should seek friendly resolution through consultation; if consultation fails, either party may file a lawsuit in a court with jurisdiction over our location.
15. Regional-Specific Terms
15.1 EU Users (GDPR)
If you are located in the EU, you also have the following additional rights:
- The right to object to processing of your personal data
- The right to restrict processing of your personal data
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
15.2 California Residents (CCPA)
California residents have the right to know about the categories of personal information we collect, their sources, purposes of use, and sharing practices, and have the right to request deletion of their personal information.