Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to the My Darling Decoy Games mobile applications, the website (mydarlingdecoygames.com), and any other products or services that link to this Policy (collectively, the “Service”).

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Provided by you

• Account data: email address and display name if you sign up with email/password.
• Apple Sign-In data: Apple-provided identifier and, if you choose, your name and email (may be a private relay email).
• Support messages: content you send to us (e.g., bug reports, feedback).

1.2 Collected automatically

• Device and usage data: app version, device model, OS version, language, in-app events, and interaction data.
• Diagnostics: crash logs and performance data.
• Approximate location: derived from IP address for analytics and fraud prevention. We do not collect precise GPS location.

1.3 From third parties

• Platform providers: Apple provides transaction status for purchases (no full payment card data to us).
• Service providers: authentication, analytics, crash reporting, and storage (e.g., Firebase).

2. How We Use Information

• Provide, operate, maintain, and improve the Service and features.
• Authenticate users and secure accounts.
• Validate purchases and deliver entitlements.
• Communicate with you about updates, security, and support.
• Monitor performance, debug, and prevent fraud/abuse.
• Comply with legal obligations.

3. Legal Bases (EEA/UK)

Where GDPR/UK GDPR applies, we process personal data based on: contract (providing the Service), legitimate interests (security, analytics, improvement), consent where required (e.g., optional marketing), and legal obligations.

4. Sharing of Information

• Service providers that help us run the Service under appropriate agreements.
• Platform providers (Apple) to validate purchases and deliver entitlements.
• Professional advisors (e.g., lawyers, accountants) under confidentiality.
• Authorities when required by law or to protect rights and safety.

We do not sell your personal information.

5. Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes above, for the duration of your account, and as required by law. Aggregated or de-identified data may be retained indefinitely.

6. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child under 13 has provided data, contact us to delete it.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or port your data; restrict or object to processing; and withdraw consent where applicable. You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority. To exercise rights, contact us at info@mydarlingdecoygames.com.

8. International Transfers

We may process data in the United States and other countries. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

9. Security

We use administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect personal data. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

10. Cookies & Similar Technologies (Website)

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies for essential functionality, analytics, and remembering preferences. You can manage cookies in your browser settings. (The native iOS app does not use browser cookies.) See our Cookie Policy for details.

11. Third-Party Links

The Service may link to third-party sites or services we do not control; their privacy practices govern those properties.

12. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. The “Last updated” date indicates the latest version. Continued use after changes means you accept the revised Policy.

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