Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our quiz application ("App"). The App is operated by an individual developer based in Finland. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union.

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account or sign in, we collect:

Email address (required)
Username (optional, can be set later)
Password (stored in encrypted form)
Google account ID (if you sign in with Google)
Account creation date and last login timestamp

2.2 Game and Progress Data

To provide game functionality, we store:

Points and gems (in-app currency)
Owned and active profile assets (avatars, themes)
Game history and statistics
User-created questions (if you create content)

2.3 Social Features

When you use friends and invites:

Friend connections and friend requests
Game invitations sent and received
Player names visible to friends

2.4 Advertising Data

The App displays advertisements through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect device identifiers, advertising IDs, and usage data for personalized ads. This is governed by Google's Privacy Policy. You can manage ad preferences in your device settings.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

Create and manage your account
Provide game features (points, gems, multiplayer)
Enable social features (friends, invites)
Send password reset emails when requested
Improve the App and fix bugs
Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data based on:

Contract: Providing the services you requested
Consent: Where you have given explicit consent
Legitimate interests: Improving the App, security
Legal obligation: When required by law

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account or request data deletion, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

Google (authentication, AdMob) – Google Privacy Policy
Microsoft Azure (backend hosting) – Microsoft Privacy Statement

These services have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the EEA, you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Rectify inaccurate data
Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. You can delete your account from the Account page (Settings → Profile), which will permanently remove your data.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption of passwords, secure connections (HTTPS), and access controls. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure; we strive to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children

The App is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

10. Data Location

Your data is processed within the European Economic Area (EEA). Our backend servers are hosted in Europe, so your personal data does not leave the EEA.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy in the App or by other appropriate means. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when this policy was last revised.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Email: smartbattle1@gmail.com