Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 24, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to TopiaryBit ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile games and services.

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

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our games:

  • Account information (username, email address)
  • Profile information and preferences
  • User-generated content (game progress, achievements, scores)
  • Communications with our support team

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

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

  • Device information (model, operating system, unique device identifiers)
  • Game usage data (session duration, features used, in-game actions)
  • Performance data and crash reports
  • IP address and general location information
  • Advertising identifiers (such as IDFA or GAID)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party services you connect to our games, such as:

  • Social media platforms (if you choose to connect your account)
  • Analytics and advertising partners
  • Payment processors (for in-app purchases)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

  • Game Operation: To provide, maintain, and improve our games and services
  • Personalization: To customize your gaming experience and provide relevant content
  • Communication: To send you updates, notifications, and respond to your inquiries
  • Analytics: To understand how users interact with our games and improve gameplay
  • Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and technical issues
  • Advertising: To display relevant advertisements (with your consent where required)
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

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

  • Cloud hosting and data storage providers
  • Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics, Firebase)
  • Advertising networks and partners
  • Customer support platforms
  • Payment processors

4.2 Business Transfers

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

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests from authorities.

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

5. Children's Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our games may be suitable for children, and we comply with applicable children's privacy laws, including COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) and GDPR-K.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction) without verifiable parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child without proper consent, please contact us immediately.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of certain data collection and processing activities
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@topiarybit.com

Advertising Choices

You can opt out of personalized advertising by:

  • Adjusting your device settings (Limit Ad Tracking on iOS, Opt out of Ads Personalization on Android)
  • Using the settings within our games
  • Visiting industry opt-out pages such as www.aboutads.info or www.youronlinechoices.eu

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our games may contain links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information.

11. 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 and updating the "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be communicated through our games or via email.

Your continued use of our games after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@topiarybit.com

General Inquiries: info@topiarybit.com

Website: www.topiarybit.com

13. Region-Specific Information

For Users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and UK

If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • The right to object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
  • The right to data portability

Our legal basis for processing your information includes consent, contract performance, legal obligations, and legitimate interests.

For Users in California

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • The right to know what personal information is collected
  • The right to delete personal information
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

We do not sell your personal information as defined by the CCPA.