Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Merge Shooter ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience while playing our game. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By using Merge Shooter, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our game.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect the following information that you voluntarily provide:

• Account Information: If you choose to sign in with Google Play Games, we collect your Google Play Games ID and display name
• Game Progress: Your game progress, achievements, and statistics are stored locally on your device and may be backed up to Google Play Games Services

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our game, we may automatically collect:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: Game sessions, features used, in-game actions, and crash reports
• Performance Data: App performance metrics and technical diagnostics

2.3 Third-Party Services

Our game uses the following third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Play Games Services: For achievements, leaderboards, and cloud save functionality
• Google AdMob: For displaying advertisements (if applicable)
• Firebase: For analytics, crash reporting, and app performance monitoring

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our game services
• To save and sync your game progress across devices
• To improve game performance and user experience
• To analyze usage patterns and optimize gameplay
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• To display relevant advertisements (if applicable)
• To communicate with you about updates and new features

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your game data is primarily stored locally on your device, with optional cloud backup through Google Play Games Services.

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers (Google Play Games, Firebase, AdMob) who assist us in operating our game
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition

6. Children's Privacy

Merge Shooter is intended for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information from our systems.

7. Advertising

Our game may display advertisements provided by Google AdMob. AdMob may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our game or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by adjusting your device settings or visiting Google's Ads Settings.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Deletion: Request deletion of your game data by uninstalling the app or contacting us
• Opt-Out: Opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your game progress data

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Game progress data stored locally will be deleted when you uninstall the app. Cloud-saved data through Google Play Games Services will be retained according to Google's policies.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country or jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using our game, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Third-Party Links

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

13. Contact Us

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

14. Consent

By using Merge Shooter, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of our game immediately.