Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for TCGame

Effective Date: May 1, 2025

This App is developed by TCGame (hereinafter referred to as "we"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you use our mobile application (the "App") available on the Apple App Store.

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

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal and usage data through the App:

a. Device Information

- Device model, operating system version, device identifiers (such as IDFA), IP address, and device language.

b. Location Data

- Approximate location (e.g., city-level), derived from your IP address or device signals. We do not collect precise GPS location unless explicitly requested and permitted.

c. User Interactions

- Events such as button clicks, screen views, time spent on each screen, and navigation actions within the App.

d. Ad and Analytics Data

- Ad impressions, ad clicks, and user engagement with advertisements.

- Analytics on how users interact with the App, collected via Google Firebase Analytics.

e. Identifiers

- We may associate collected data with a user’s unique ID for purposes such as analytics and personalized advertising.

2. Use of Information

We use the collected data to:

- Provide and improve the App’s functionality and user experience.

- Analyze user behavior and usage trends through Firebase Analytics.

- Serve personalized and non-personalized ads via Google AdMob.

- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse of our services.

- Comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share information with:

- Google AdMob and Firebase: For serving ads and tracking app performance and usage.

- Service Providers: Who perform services on our behalf (e.g., analytics, hosting).

- Legal Authorities: When required by law or in response to legal requests.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Third-Party SDKs and Data Disclosure

We use third-party Software Development Kits (SDKs) in our App to support advertising and analytics functionality. These SDKs may collect and process data as described below:

Third-Party SDKs Used:

• Google AdMob  

Purpose: Advertising (monetization)  

Collected Data Types: Device identifiers (IDFA), IP address, coarse location, interaction data, ad views, click data  

Linked to User Identity: Yes  

Used for Tracking: Yes (data may be used to track users across apps and websites owned by other companies)

• Firebase Analytics  

Purpose: Usage analytics  

Collected Data Types: Device information, app usage events, user engagement, session duration, app crash reports  

Linked to User Identity: Yes  

Used for Tracking: No (data is anonymized)

Data Types Collected via SDKs:

- Device ID (IDFA or Android Ad ID): for ad delivery, attribution, and fraud prevention

- Coarse Location: estimated from IP address (e.g., city-level)

- User Interactions: screen views, clicks, and navigation behavior

- Ad Engagement: impressions, clicks, rewards, and other ad-related events

- Crash Logs: crash reports and performance diagnostics

Data Sharing and Processing by SDK Providers:

- Google AdMob may use collected data to serve ads, perform attribution, and prevent fraud.

- Firebase Analytics uses anonymized event data to help us understand user engagement and improve the App.

Each SDK provider’s data use is governed by their respective privacy policies:

- Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy  

- Firebase Privacy and Security: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

5. User Consent and Tracking

We obtain user consent for tracking where required (e.g., AppTrackingTransparency on iOS). You can withdraw consent or opt out of personalized ads by adjusting your device settings:

- On iOS: Go to Settings > Privacy > Tracking and disable app tracking permissions.

- For Google ads: Visit https://adssettings.google.com/.

6. Data Retention

We retain collected data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or mobile device is 100% secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent.

9. Your Rights and Choices

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

- Access the personal data we hold about you.

- Request the correction or deletion of your data.

- Object to or restrict our data processing.

- Withdraw your consent at any time, where applicable under data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email below. We will respond in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.

Opting Out of Tracking:

- Deny the App Tracking Transparency (ATT) prompt when first shown.

- Adjust tracking preferences in:

  Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Allow Apps to Request to Track.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

Email: tonydevelop@outlook.com