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Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Brickosquare! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our game. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you understand what data we collect and how we use it.
Information We Collect
1. Google Account Information
When you sign in with Google to submit scores, we collect:
- Google User ID (UID) - A unique identifier for your Google account
- Display Name - Your Google account name (shown on leaderboard)
- Profile Photo - Your Google account photo (shown on leaderboard)
- Email Address - Used only for authentication verification, not stored in our database
2. Game Data
- Score - Your game scores submitted to the leaderboard
- Country Code - Your approximate location (2-letter country code)
- Timestamps - When you submit scores
3. Analytics Data
- Visitor Count - Anonymous visitor statistics
- Session Data - Temporary session identifiers for unique visitor counting
- IP Address - Used temporarily for rate limiting and unique visitor counting, not permanently stored
4. Local Storage
We store game data locally on your device, including:
- Game progress and scores
- Game preferences (colors, themes, sound settings)
- Cookie consent preferences
How We Use Your Information
- Leaderboard Display - To show your scores, name, and photo on the public leaderboard
- Game Functionality - To save your progress and preferences
- Authentication - To verify your identity when submitting scores
- Analytics - To understand how many people use our game
- Security - To prevent cheating and abuse through rate limiting
Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data may be shared with:
- Google/Firebase - For authentication and database services
- Public Leaderboard - Your name, photo, score, and country are visible to all users
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and local storage for:
- Saving your game progress
- Remembering your preferences
- Authentication sessions
- Cookie consent tracking
You can clear cookies and local storage at any time through your browser settings or using our "Clear Cache" button.
Your Rights and Choices
Data Deletion
You have the right to delete your data at any time. When signed in, click the "Delete" button to permanently remove:
- Your leaderboard entry
- Your stored score
- Your profile information
Other Rights:
- Play Without Signing In - You can play the game without a Google account
- Decline Cookies - You can decline non-essential cookies
- Clear Local Data - You can clear game progress at any time
Data Security
We implement security measures to protect your data:
- Google Firebase authentication and security rules
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Rate limiting to prevent abuse
- Regular security updates
Children's Privacy
Our game is suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Sign-In - For authentication (Privacy Policy)
- Firebase/Firestore - For data storage (Privacy Policy)
- IP Geolocation API - For country detection
International Data Transfers
Your data may be stored and processed in servers located in different countries. By using our game, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your residence.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the game after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
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Consent
By using Brickosquare, you consent to this Privacy Policy and our collection and use of information as described above.