Privacy Policy - WORD DEDUCE

1. Introduction

Welcome to WORD DEDUCE, operated by Team Vesper ("we", "our", or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data of our users ("you").

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application WORD DEDUCE (available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store).

2. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information required to provide smooth gameplay, store your puzzle progress, and deliver reward features:

Account & Profile Information: Username, display name, level progress, coins earned, and game statistics. If you sign in via Google or Email, we store your email address and unique Auth ID. If you play as a Guest, an anonymous user identifier is generated.
Device & Usage Data: Operating system version, device model, app launch logs, and general gameplay metrics (puzzles solved, win rate, streak count).
Advertising & Analytics Identifiers: Google Advertising ID (AAID) and Apple Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA) used by Google AdMob to deliver rewarded video ads and app monetization.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To enable core game features, save level progression, and maintain leaderboards.
To synchronize game profile data securely across devices via Cloud Firestore.
To deliver rewarded video advertisements (AdMob) so users can earn extra hints or tries.
To schedule daily challenge reminder notifications on your device.
To detect, prevent, and troubleshoot technical issues or cheating.

4. Third-Party Services & Libraries

Our app integrates with trusted third-party services that may collect information used to identify you:

Google Play Services & Firebase (Authentication, Cloud Firestore, Analytics)
Google AdMob (Advertising & Rewarded Ads)

5. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain your game progress as long as your account remains active. Guest session data is stored locally on your device or linked anonymously.

You have the right to request full deletion of your account and associated profile data at any time. To request data deletion, please contact us at support@teamvesper.com.

6. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

WORD DEDUCE is designed for general audiences and word puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

7. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date". You are advised to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions regarding this Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us:

Developer: Team Vesper

Email: contact@teamvesper.com

App: WORD DEDUCE