PRIVACY POLICY

Welcome to Punchline Politics - Knockout Edition ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, display name, and profile picture if you choose to provide one.
• Game Data: Your game progress, scores, achievements, and in-game purchases.
• Communications: Any messages or feedback you send us directly.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and app version.
• Usage Data: Game sessions, features used, time spent, and interaction patterns.
• Advertising ID: Used for interest-based advertising (you can reset or opt out in device settings).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• Track your game progress and save your data
• Match you with opponents and enable multiplayer features
• Display leaderboards and achievements
• Send you service-related notifications
• Respond to your questions and provide customer support
• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Display relevant advertisements (see Section 5)
• Prevent fraud and ensure security

3. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption. We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide the Service and comply with legal obligations. Game statistics may be retained even after account deletion for historical leaderboard purposes as described in our data deletion policy.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that collect and process data:

• Google Analytics: For app analytics and usage statistics
• Firebase: For authentication, game data storage, and crash reporting
• Ad Networks: For displaying advertisements (may collect device identifiers)

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.

5. Advertising

We display advertisements in our app through third-party ad networks. These ads may:

• Use your Advertising ID to show relevant ads
• Track ad impressions and clicks
• Collect device information for ad targeting

You can limit interest-based advertising by resetting your Advertising ID or opting out in your device settings (Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking).

6. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at firecodestudio8@gmail.com or visit our Data Deletion Request page.

8. Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and personal data at any time. Please visit our Delete My Data page for detailed information on what data will be deleted and how to submit a request.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: firecodestudio8@gmail.com
• Company: FireCode Studio