Terms of Service for Brickosquare
Last Updated: November 22, 2024
Welcome to Brickosquare! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Brickosquare mobile game ("the Game"), developed and operated by Brickosquare Games ("we," "us," or "our"). By downloading, installing, or playing the Game, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Game.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Game, you confirm that you:
- Are at least 13 years old (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction)
- Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
- Agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations
2. License to Use
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download and use the Game for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:
- Modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Game
- Copy, distribute, or create derivative works from the Game
- Use the Game for any commercial purpose without our written permission
- Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
- Use bots, cheats, hacks, or any automated means to play the Game
3. User Accounts
a. Account Creation
You may play as a guest or sign in with your Google account. If you sign in:
- You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account
- You must provide accurate information
- You agree not to share your account credentials
- You are responsible for all activities under your account
b. Account Suspension and Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if:
- You violate these Terms
- You engage in fraudulent activity or payment disputes
- You use cheats, hacks, or exploit bugs
- You harass other users or engage in inappropriate conduct
4. In-App Purchases
a. Purchases
The Game offers in-app purchases including:
- Individual cosmetic styles (blocks, grids, backgrounds)
- Ad removal
- Subscriptions (weekly, monthly, yearly, lifetime)
All purchases are processed through Google Play's billing system and are subject to Google's terms and policies.
b. Pricing and Payment
- Prices are displayed in your local currency and may vary by region
- Payment will be charged to your Google Play account
- Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the renewal date
- You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Google Play account settings
c. Refunds
Refunds are handled according to Google Play's refund policy. Generally:
- You may request a refund within 48 hours of purchase through Google Play
- We do not offer refunds for consumed virtual items or subscriptions that have been used
- Refunds for technical issues will be considered on a case-by-case basis
d. Virtual Items
- Purchased items (styles, ad removal) have no real-world value
- Virtual items cannot be transferred, traded, or sold
- We reserve the right to modify or discontinue items with reasonable notice
5. Subscriptions
- Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
- Cancellation: Cancel anytime through Google Play; access continues until period ends
- Price Changes: We may change subscription prices with 30 days notice
- Benefits: Subscription benefits (unlocked styles, ad-free experience) are only active while subscription is valid
6. Leaderboards and User Content
The Game includes leaderboards displaying high scores and usernames. By participating:
- You grant us permission to display your username and scores publicly
- You agree not to use offensive or inappropriate usernames
- We reserve the right to remove inappropriate content or usernames
- You understand that leaderboard data may be reset periodically
7. Advertisements
Unless you purchase ad removal:
- The Game displays banner and rewarded video ads via Google AdMob
- Ads may be personalized based on your interests
- You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings
- We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements
8. Intellectual Property
All content in the Game, including but not limited to:
- Graphics, designs, animations, sounds, and music
- Code, software, and game mechanics
- Trademarks, logos, and branding
are owned by Brickosquare Games or our licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
9. Privacy
Your use of the Game is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your data. By using the Game, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE GAME IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:
- The Game will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
- Defects will be corrected
- The Game is free of viruses or harmful components
11. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the 12 months before the claim
- Some jurisdictions do not allow these limitations, so they may not apply to you
12. Changes to the Game
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue any feature of the Game
- Update the Game with new content, features, or bug fixes
- Change game balance, mechanics, or pricing
We will provide reasonable notice for significant changes that affect paid features.
13. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Displaying an in-game notification
- Requiring acceptance of new Terms
Continued use of the Game after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
14. Termination
You may stop using the Game at any time. We may terminate or suspend your access if:
- You breach these Terms
- We discontinue the Game
- Required by law
Upon termination, your license to use the Game ends immediately.
15. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Latvia. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Latvia. However, users in other jurisdictions may have additional consumer protection rights.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
- Email: brickosquare@gmail.com
- Website: brickosquare.com
By playing Brickosquare, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
Privacy Policy for Brickosquare
Last Updated: November 18, 2024
This Privacy Policy explains how Brickosquare Games ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you use our mobile game, Brickosquare ("the Game"), available on the Google Play Store. By playing the Game, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use the Game:
a. Personal Information
- User Account Information: If you sign in with Google, we collect your Google user ID, display name, and profile picture (avatar URL) to enable features like leaderboards and personalized settings.
- In-App Purchases: When you make purchases (e.g., block styles, grid styles, background styles, ad removal, or subscriptions), we collect transaction data through Google Play's In-App Purchase system and third-party services like RevenueCat. We use both Google's native in-app purchase system and RevenueCat for enhanced purchase management and cross-platform functionality. This includes purchase history, subscription status, receipts, and related tokens.
- Device Identifiers: We collect device identifiers (e.g., Advertising ID) for analytics, advertising, and game functionality.
b. Non-Personal Information
- Gameplay Data: We collect data about your game progress, such as scores, high scores, game grid state, selected block styles, grid styles, background styles, and color preferences.
- Analytics Data: We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymized data about game usage, such as session duration, interactions, and crash reports.
- Performance Data: We use Firebase Performance Monitoring to collect data about app performance, including network request times, app startup time, and screen rendering performance. This helps us optimize the Game and troubleshoot issues.
- Device Information: Our third-party services (e.g., Google AdMob, Firebase) may collect technical data like device type, operating system version, and IP address to optimize ad delivery, ensure compatibility, and troubleshoot issues.
c. No Collection from Children
The Game is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
2. How We Collect Information
- Directly Provided: You provide personal information when signing in with Google or making in-app purchases.
- Automatically Collected: We collect gameplay data, analytics, performance metrics, and device information automatically as you play the Game or interact with ads.
- Third-Party Services: We use third-party services (listed below) that may collect data on our behalf to provide features like authentication, analytics, performance monitoring, and advertising.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and personalize the Game experience (e.g., saving game progress, displaying leaderboards, applying selected styles).
- Process in-app purchases and manage subscriptions through Google Play and RevenueCat.
- Display personalized advertisements (if you have not purchased the ad-free version).
- Analyze game performance and user behavior to improve the Game (via Firebase Analytics and Firebase Performance Monitoring).
- Monitor and optimize app performance, including startup times and network requests.
- Ensure the security and functionality of the Game.
- Comply with legal obligations.
4. How We Share Your Information
a. Third-Party Service Providers
We use the following services, which may process data on our behalf:
- Google Play Services: For in-app purchases, authentication, and Google Sign-In functionality. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Firebase (Google): For analytics, crash reporting (Firebase Crashlytics), and performance monitoring (Firebase Performance). See Firebase Privacy Information.
- Firebase Performance Monitoring: For collecting app performance metrics such as network request duration, app startup time, and screen rendering performance to help us optimize the Game.
- Google Mobile Ads (AdMob): For serving banner and rewarded ads in the Game (unless you have purchased the ad-free version). AdMob may collect Advertising IDs and other data for personalized ads. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Firestore (Google): For storing user profiles, including game progress, high scores, and purchased/unlocked styles.
- RevenueCat: For managing in-app purchases and subscriptions alongside Google Play's native system. RevenueCat processes transaction data (e.g., receipts, tokens) and may collect device information (e.g., device type, OS version). This data is handled anonymously where possible and helps us provide a consistent purchase experience. See RevenueCat's Privacy Policy.
b. Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a court order or protect our rights.
c. Aggregated Data
We may share anonymized, aggregated data (e.g., analytics) with partners for research or business purposes. This data cannot identify you.
5. Advertising and Opt-Out Options
If you have not purchased the ad-free version, the Game uses Google AdMob to display banner and rewarded ads. These ads may be personalized based on your Advertising ID. You can:
- Opt out of personalized ads via your device's settings (e.g., "Opt out of Ads Personalization" on Android).
- Purchase the ad-free version through the in-app shop to remove ads entirely.
6. Data Security
We use industry-standard measures, such as encryption and secure servers, to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Data Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., under GDPR or CCPA), you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data via our automated account deletion form or by contacting us. This will delete your Firebase account and associated data (e.g., profile, high scores, purchases) automatically, but your Google account will remain unaffected. We process requests within 30 days and confirm via email.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of personalized ads or data sharing (via device settings or in-app purchases).
To exercise these rights, contact us at brickosquare@gmail.com. If you sign out of the Game, your locally stored data (e.g., game progress) may be reset, but data stored in Firestore can be accessed again by signing in with the same Google account.
8. Children's Privacy
The Game is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us at brickosquare@gmail.com, and we will take steps to delete it.
9. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your region (e.g., the United States) where our third-party providers (e.g., Google, Firebase, RevenueCat) operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by applicable laws (e.g., GDPR).
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy or through in-game notifications. Please review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: brickosquare@gmail.com
- Website: brickosquare.com