1. Introduction
Welcome to GeoFlagster ("we," "us," "our," or "App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a transparent experience. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Account Information: When you sign in (via Google, Apple, Game Center, or Play Games), we receive your display name, email address, and profile picture from your authentication provider.
- User Preferences: Language selection, audio toggle settings, and quiz mode preferences (question/answer types) are stored locally on your device and synced to our servers.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Quiz Performance: Your scores, correct answer counts, game mode, and high scores are recorded to track your progress.
- Analytics: Firebase Analytics collects anonymized usage data such as session duration, screens visited, quiz mode played, and app crash information.
- Device Information: Basic device identifiers and app version are collected for analytics and crash reporting (Firebase Crashlytics).
2.3 Anonymous Use
You can use GeoFlagster completely anonymously without signing in. In this case, your scores and preferences are stored only locally on your device.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve the App's functionality and user experience
- To track your high scores and display your progress
- To personalize your quiz settings and language preferences
- To diagnose technical issues and improve app stability via crash reporting
- To understand user behavior and improve game design through analytics
- To communicate with you (if you contact us)
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Data Storage & Security
4.1 Where Your Data Is Stored
- Local Storage: Quiz settings and scores are stored locally on your device using encrypted storage.
- Cloud Storage: If you sign in, your scores and profile information are synced to Google Firebase (Firestore), a secure cloud service operated by Google.
- Analytics: Anonymized analytics data is collected by Firebase Analytics and Firebase Crashlytics.
4.2 Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encrypted transmission, secure authentication, and restricted access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Third-Party Services
GeoFlagster uses the following third-party services. Please review their privacy policies:
- Google Firebase: Used for authentication, data storage (Firestore), analytics, and crash reporting. Google Privacy Policy
- Google Sign-In: Used for user authentication. Google Privacy Policy
- Apple Sign-In: Used for user authentication on iOS. Apple Privacy Policy
- Game Center (iOS) / Play Games (Android): Used for optional social authentication. Apple Privacy Policy / Google Privacy Policy
6. Your Privacy Rights
6.1 General Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: The right to know what data we collect about you
- Correction: The right to correct inaccurate data
- Deletion: The right to request deletion of your data
- Portability: The right to receive your data in a portable format
- Opt-Out: The right to opt out of analytics and promotional communications
6.2 GDPR & CCPA Compliance
If you are located in the European Union, California, or other regions with data protection regulations, you have additional rights under GDPR and CCPA. To exercise these rights, contact us at the email address below.
7. Children's Privacy
GeoFlagster is designed as an educational game suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly. Parents or guardians concerned about their child's use of the App should contact us directly.
8. Data Retention
Signed-In Users: Your scores and profile information are retained as long as your account exists. You can request deletion at any time.
Anonymous Users: Data is stored only locally on your device and is deleted when you uninstall the App or clear app data.
Analytics Data: Firebase retains anonymized analytics data for up to 14 months.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and, if required, by providing additional notice through the App.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us:
SADUOCH
Developer of GeoFlagster
📧 sdufoo@gmail.com
11. Summary of Data Processing
| Data Type | Storage Location | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Quiz Settings (language, mode) | Device (local) + Firebase (if signed in) | Until account deletion |
| Scores & High Scores | Device (local) + Firebase (if signed in) | Until account deletion |
| Profile (name, avatar, email) | Firebase (if signed in) | Until account deletion |
| Analytics Data | Firebase Analytics (anonymized) | 14 months |
| Crash Reports | Firebase Crashlytics | 90 days |
12. Acknowledgment
By using GeoFlagster, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.