Privacy Policy - Cyber Bit Play Studio

1. Introduction

Cyber Bit Play Studio ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile game application (the "Game") available on Google Play Store.

By using our Game, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Game, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers, mobile network information
Game Usage Data: Game progress, scores, achievements, session duration, features used
Technical Data: IP address, crash reports, performance data, error logs
Analytics Data: User interactions, gameplay patterns, in-game events

2.2 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide:

Account Information: Username, email address (if you create an account)
Support Communications: Information you provide when contacting customer support
User Content: Any content you create or share within the Game

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party services integrated into our Game:

Google Play Services: Account information, purchase history
Social Media: Profile information if you connect social media accounts
Advertising Partners: Ad interaction data, advertising identifiers

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

Game Operation: To provide, maintain, and improve the Game functionality
Personalization: To customize your gaming experience and save your progress
Analytics: To understand how users interact with the Game and improve features
Customer Support: To respond to your requests and provide technical support
Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activity
Advertising: To display relevant advertisements and measure ad effectiveness
Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
Communications: To send you updates, notifications, and promotional materials (with your consent)

4. Multiplayer, Social Features, and Online Services

4.1 Multiplayer Gameplay

If you participate in multiplayer features, we may collect and process:

Player Identification: Username, player ID, profile information
Game Session Data: Match history, gameplay statistics, performance metrics
Communication Data: In-game chat messages, voice communications (if applicable)
Connection Information: IP addresses, server locations, connection quality
Player Interactions: Friend lists, team formations, player reports

This information is used to facilitate multiplayer gameplay, match players, prevent cheating, and improve game balance.

4.2 Leaderboards and Rankings

When you participate in leaderboards, the following information may be publicly visible:

Your username or display name
Your scores and rankings
Your achievements and statistics
Your profile picture (if provided)
Your country or region (if enabled)

Leaderboard data is processed through Google Play Games Services and is subject to their privacy policy. You can control your leaderboard visibility in your Google Play Games settings.

4.3 Achievements and Progress

We track your in-game achievements and progress, including:

Unlocked achievements and milestones
Game completion percentage
Skill levels and experience points
Collected items and rewards
Time spent on various activities

Achievement data may be synced across devices using Google Play Games Services cloud save functionality.

4.4 Social Features

If you use social features within the Game:

Friend Connections: We may access your Google Play Games friends list to enable in-game friend features
Social Sharing: When you share content to social media, that platform's privacy policy applies
Player Profiles: Your public profile may display your username, avatar, level, and achievements
Guilds/Clans: If applicable, guild membership and activity may be visible to other members

5. Third-Party Services and SDKs

Our Game integrates the following third-party services that may collect information:

5.1 Google Firebase

We use Firebase services for:

Firebase Analytics: To track user behavior and app performance
Firebase Crashlytics: To collect crash reports and diagnose issues
Firebase Cloud Messaging: To send push notifications
Firebase Authentication: To manage user accounts securely
Firebase Remote Config: To customize app behavior without updates

Firebase Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

5.2 Google AdMob

We use AdMob to display advertisements in the Game. AdMob may collect:

Advertising ID
Device information
Ad interaction data
Location data (if permitted)

AdMob Privacy Policy: https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543

5.3 Google Play Games Services

We use Google Play Games Services extensively for:

Player Authentication: Secure sign-in and account management
Achievements: Tracking and displaying unlocked achievements
Leaderboards: Global and friend leaderboards with rankings
Cloud Save: Syncing game progress across devices
Multiplayer Matchmaking: Real-time and turn-based multiplayer
Player Stats: Tracking player performance and statistics
Events and Quests: Time-limited challenges and rewards

Google Play Games Services Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.4 Google Play Services

We use Google Play Services for:

Game achievements and leaderboards
In-app purchases
Cloud save functionality
User authentication

Google Play Services Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.5 Analytics Services

We may use additional analytics services to understand user behavior:

Google Analytics for Firebase
Custom analytics solutions

6. Advertising and Marketing

6.1 In-Game Advertising

Our Game displays advertisements from third-party ad networks. These networks may:

Collect device identifiers and usage data
Use cookies and similar technologies
Show personalized ads based on your interests
Track ad performance and user engagement

6.2 Rewarded Video Ads

The Game may offer optional rewarded video advertisements where you can watch ads in exchange for in-game rewards:

Watching rewarded ads is completely voluntary
Ad networks may collect viewing data and device information
Rewards are granted immediately after successful ad completion
You can choose not to watch ads without affecting core gameplay

6.3 Opt-Out Options

You can limit personalized advertising:

Android: Go to Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
In-Game Settings: Access privacy settings within the Game

Note: Opting out will not reduce the number of ads, but they will be less relevant to you.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

7.1 Service Providers

We share data with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:

Cloud hosting providers
Analytics providers
Advertising networks
Customer support tools
Payment processors

7.2 Other Players

In multiplayer and social features, certain information is shared with other players:

Your username and profile information
Your scores, rankings, and achievements
Your in-game status and activity
Messages and communications you send

Be mindful of the information you share in public areas of the Game.

7.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

7.4 Legal Requirements

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

Legal processes or government requests
Enforcement of our Terms of Service
Protection of our rights, property, or safety
Prevention of fraud or security issues

7.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Secure data storage with Firebase and Google Cloud
Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

Provide the Game services
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Maintain security and prevent fraud

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Game is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@cyberbitplaystudio.com. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.

If our Game is directed to children, we comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar regulations.

11. Your Rights and Choices

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

11.1 Access and Portability

You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.

11.2 Correction

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

11.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

11.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of:

Personalized advertising
Marketing communications
Data collection for analytics (limited functionality may result)

11.5 Withdraw Consent

Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@cyberbitplaystudio.com

12. 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.

We use Google Cloud and Firebase services, which may store data in various locations worldwide. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

13. California Privacy Rights

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
Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
Right to deletion of personal information
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

14. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right to access your personal data
Right to rectification of inaccurate data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

15. 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 on this page
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending an in-game notification or email (for material changes)

Your continued use of the Game after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

16. Contact Us

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

Email: support@cyberbitplaystudio.com

Developer: Cyber Bit Play Studio

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

17. Google Play Store Compliance

This Game complies with Google Play Store policies regarding:

User data collection and usage
Data safety disclosures
Prominent disclosure of data practices
Secure data transmission and storage
User consent for data collection