Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Pip King - Backgammon ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account information when you sign in with Google, Facebook, or as a guest: display name, email (if provided), profile picture (if provided).
• In-app activity: game results, ELO rating, wins/losses, purchases, friends, shop inventory.

Information Collected Automatically

• Device information: device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, language, country.
• App usage data: screens viewed, features used, crash reports.
• Advertising identifiers: Google Advertising ID.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide gameplay features (matchmaking, leaderboards, friends).
• Process in-app purchases and credit virtual coins.
• Display personalized and non-personalized advertisements.
• Detect and prevent fraud, cheating, and abuse.
• Respond to support requests.
• Improve the App through analytics.

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Google Firebase (Authentication, Firestore, Analytics, Cloud Functions) — Privacy
• Google AdMob (advertising) — Privacy
• Google Play Billing — Privacy
• Facebook SDK (login, analytics) — Privacy
• Google Sign-In — Privacy

4. Advertising

We display ads through Google AdMob. These ads may use device identifiers and information about your use of the App. You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings.

5. In-App Purchases

Purchases are processed by Google Play. We do not store your payment information. A record of virtual currency and items you purchase is stored in our backend (Firebase) associated with your account.

6. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on Google Cloud (Firebase) servers. We apply industry-standard security measures. Account data is retained as long as your account is active. You may request deletion by contacting us.

7. Children's Privacy

The App is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us and we will delete it.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information
• Opt out of personalized advertising
• Withdraw consent
• Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at hezihengel@gmail.com.

9. International Data Transfer

Your data may be transferred to and stored on servers outside your country, including in the United States.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Changes will be posted within the App and on our public Privacy Policy URL. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact:
Email: hezihengel@gmail.com