Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Rope The Pillar! This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile game application ("Rope The Pillar" or "the Game"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices, including the use of analytics services to improve our app.

2. Information Collection and Use

2.1 Personal Information

Rope The Pillar does not collect sensitive personal information such as:

• Email addresses
• Phone numbers
• Location data
• Photos or media files
• Contact information

However, the game does collect a username that the user provides in order to participate in the global leaderboard. This username is used solely for display and ranking purposes and is not linked to any other personally identifiable information.

2.2 Game Data

The Game may store the following information locally on your device to enhance your gaming experience:

• Game progress and scores
• Game settings and preferences
• Achievement data

This information is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers or any third parties, except for analytics and advertising services as described below.

3. Advertising and Analytics

3.1 Google AdMob

Rope The Pillar uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. Google AdMob may collect and use certain information to provide personalized ads. This may include:

• Device identifiers (such as advertising ID)
• IP address
• App usage information
• Device and network information

For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Google AdMob Privacy Information

3.2 Google Firebase Analytics

We use Google Firebase Analytics to help us understand how users interact with our Game. Firebase Analytics collects and processes certain data, which may include:

• Device information (such as device model, operating system, and unique device identifiers)
• App usage data (such as screens viewed, features used, and session duration)
• Events and interactions within the app (such as level completions, in-app purchases, and custom events)
• General location information (country, region, but not precise location)

This information is collected in aggregate and is used solely to analyze app performance, improve user experience, and enhance the quality of our Game. We do not use Firebase Analytics to collect personally identifiable information (PII) or to track individual users across apps or websites.

For more information about Firebase Analytics and how Google handles data, please visit:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Firebase Privacy and Security

3.3 Advertising Choices

You can opt out of personalized advertising by:

• Adjusting your device's advertising settings (Android: Google Settings > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization)
• Purchasing the "Remove Ads" option available in the Game

4. In-App Purchases

Rope The Pillar offers optional in-app purchases to enhance gameplay. These include:

• Gems: Available in multiple quantities (e.g., 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, and 320 gems), which can be used for in-game upgrades and customization.
• Planes: Unlock different types of planes with unique visual designs.
• Remove Ads: Permanently eliminates all advertisements from the game for a smoother experience.

All in-app purchases are processed through Google Play Store's payment system. We do not collect or store any payment information. Google Play handles all payment processing according to their own privacy policies and terms of service.

5. Google Play Services

Rope The Pillar integrates with Google Play Services to provide enhanced gaming features, including:

• Global Leaderboards: Compare your scores with players worldwide
• Achievements: Track and unlock game achievements

Use of Recall Tokens

Our game uses Google Play services to enhance user experience. Specifically, we make use of recall tokens provided by Google Play Games Services to help users recover their progress if the game is reinstalled, even without signing in. Recall tokens are anonymous identifiers stored by Google and associated with your device. These tokens allow us to restore your game identity (e.g., your scores or progress) without collecting any personally identifiable information (PII). We do not store, access, or associate recall tokens with names, email addresses, or any direct personal identifiers. The use of recall tokens is in compliance with Google Play’s policies and is intended solely to improve your gameplay experience. If you do not wish to use this feature, you may reset game progress manually through in-game settings (if available) or uninstall the app. We target users aged 13 and older, and we are committed to protecting player privacy in accordance with applicable data protection laws such as COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act) and GDPR-K (General Data Protection Regulation for Kids, where applicable).

When you use these features, Google Play Services may collect certain information as described in Google's Privacy Policy. You can choose not to use these features by not signing in to Google Play Games within the app.

For more information, please review:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Google Play Games Services Privacy

6. Children’s Privacy

Rope The Pillar is designed for a general audience and is not specifically directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. In some countries, users under the age of 16 may be considered children under local laws. While we do not use age-gating, the app does not collect personal data or show inappropriate ads, and it uses Google-certified ad networks and analytics services to serve age-appropriate content and analyze app usage.

Analytics data collected by Firebase Analytics is not used to personally identify children or any individual user. All data is processed in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including COPPA and GDPR-K where applicable.

Since we do not collect any personal information from any users, including children, there is no personal data to be concerned about regarding children's privacy. However, we encourage parents and guardians to:

• Monitor their children's use of mobile applications
• Review the privacy settings on their devices
• Be aware of in-app purchase options and use parental controls if desired

7. Data Security

Since Rope The Pillar does not collect or store personal information, there is minimal risk to your personal data. Any game-related information is stored locally on your device and protected by your device's security measures.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Game may contain links to third-party websites or services (such as Google Play Store for in-app purchases). These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information to them.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
• Notify users of significant changes through the Game or other appropriate means
• Post the updated policy on our website (if applicable)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

10. Contact Information