# Privacy Policy for STACKTRACE
Last updated: [May 26, 2026]

STACKTRACE (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your choices when using the STACKTRACE mobile app (the “App”).

## 1. Information We Collect

### a) Information you provide
- We do not require account signup to play.
- If you contact support, we may receive your email and message content.

### b) Gameplay and device data
- Local gameplay data such as scores, settings, and progress may be stored on your device.
- Basic technical data (device type, OS version, app version, crash diagnostics) may be collected to maintain app quality.

### c) Advertising and analytics data
If ads are enabled, our ad partners (such as Google AdMob) may collect:
- Device identifiers (including advertising ID, where permitted)
- Approximate location (derived from IP)
- Ad interaction data (impressions, clicks)
- Fraud prevention and performance data

This data is used to deliver ads, limit ad frequency, and measure ad performance.

### d) Purchases
In-app purchases are processed by Apple (StoreKit).
We do not collect or store your payment card details.

### e) Leaderboards and social sharing
- If Game Center is enabled, leaderboard identity and score data are handled through Apple Game Center.
- If you share content to TikTok, sharing actions are handled through TikTok tools/SDKs and subject to TikTok’s privacy terms.

## 2. How We Use Information
We use data to:
- Operate core gameplay features
- Save and restore settings/progress
- Enable purchases and restore entitlements
- Show ads (unless you purchased ad removal)
- Prevent abuse/fraud and improve reliability
- Provide support responses

## 3. Legal Bases (where applicable)
Depending on your region, we process data under:
- Performance of contract (providing app features)
- Legitimate interests (security, debugging, product improvement)
- Consent (personalized ads/tracking where required)

## 4. Sharing of Information
We may share data with:
- Apple (StoreKit, Game Center)
- Google (AdMob / ad measurement services)
- TikTok (if you use TikTok share features)
- Service providers that help us operate the App (hosting, diagnostics)

We do not sell personal data for money.

## 5. Data Retention
- Local gameplay data remains on your device until deleted by you or app removal.
- Third-party partners retain data according to their own retention policies.
- Support emails are retained only as long as needed for support and legal obligations.

## 6. Children’s Privacy
The App is not directed to children under 13 (or equivalent minimum age in your region).
If you believe a child provided personal data, contact us and we will take appropriate action.

## 7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access, correct, or delete personal data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Withdraw consent (where processing relies on consent)

You can also:
- Disable personalized ads via device settings
- Reset your advertising identifier
- Disable tracking in iOS settings (“Allow Apps to Request to Track”)

## 8. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries other than your own by our partners and providers, subject to appropriate safeguards where required.

## 9. Third-Party Services
The App may use third-party services. Review their policies:
- Apple: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
- Google: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/legal/privacy-policy

## 10. Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect data. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

## 11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will update the “Last updated” date and, when required, provide additional notice.

## 12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

William higgins