Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 17, 2024

Developer Information

Developer: UnExploration
Contact Email: contact@unexploration.com

Scope - Apps Covered by This Policy

Overview

UnExploration creates simple, offline-capable puzzle and game apps. We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information to our servers. All game progress and app data is stored locally on your device. Our apps may display advertisements through Google AdMob to support free app development.

Information Collection and Use

Data We Do NOT Collect

UnExploration apps do not collect, store, or transmit:

• Personal information (name, email, phone number, etc.)
• Location data
• Contact information
• Photos or media files
• Microphone or camera data
• Any data from your device beyond local app progress

Local Data Storage

Our apps store the following information locally on your device only:

• Game/puzzle progress and completion status
• App settings and preferences (e.g., colorblind mode, sound settings)
• User achievements or milestones (if applicable)

This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to any servers. You can delete this data at any time through the app's settings or by uninstalling the app.

Third-Party Services

Google AdMob

Our apps may display advertisements through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect and use the following:

• Advertising identifiers (Android Advertising ID, iOS IDFA)
• Device information (device model, OS version)
• App usage data (for ad delivery and performance)
• IP address

Important: We configure our ads to request non-personalized ads only. This means ads are not based on your personal interests or browsing history.

For more information about how Google collects and processes data, please review:

• Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Google AdMob: https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543

App Store Services

If you downloaded our apps from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, those platforms collect analytics and diagnostic data as described in their respective policies. This data collection is handled by Google/Apple independently of our apps.

Device Permissions

Our apps may request the following permissions depending on functionality:

• INTERNET: Required to load advertisements when internet is available. Our apps function offline but ads require internet connectivity.
• Haptic Feedback/Vibration: Provides tactile feedback during gameplay to enhance the user experience.
• Network State: Used to detect internet connectivity for ad loading purposes.

We only request permissions that are necessary for app functionality. If an app requests additional permissions in the future, this policy will be updated accordingly.

Data Security

Since we do not collect or transmit personal data to servers, there is minimal security risk. Your local app data is stored securely on your device using the operating system's secure storage mechanisms (iOS Keychain, Android SharedPreferences/encrypted storage).

Children's Privacy

Our apps do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone, including children under 13. Our apps:

• Are simple puzzle and game apps suitable for all ages
• Do not require registration or account creation
• Show only non-personalized advertisements
• Do not include social features, chat, or communication capabilities
• Do not collect or share location data

Parents can rest assured that no personal information about their children is collected by our apps.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights:

• Delete local data: Use the "Clear Progress" or similar option in the app's Settings to delete all locally stored data
• Uninstall: Uninstalling an app removes all local data permanently
• Limit ad tracking: You can limit ad tracking through your device settings:
  • Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
  • iOS: Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising > Turn off Personalized Ads
• Reset advertising ID: Reset your advertising ID in your device settings to prevent ad tracking continuity

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• We do not sell your personal information
• We do not collect personal information beyond what AdMob collects for advertising purposes
• You have the right to opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings
• Since we don't collect personal data, there is no personal data to request or delete from our systems

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area:

• Our apps do not collect personal data that we control
• Google AdMob acts as a separate data controller for advertising data
• You can exercise your GDPR rights regarding AdMob data collection by contacting Google directly
• You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, object to processing, and data portability for data collected by third parties
• You can access Google's GDPR compliance information at: https://privacy.google.com/businesses/compliance/

Other Privacy Laws

We strive to comply with privacy laws worldwide, including but not limited to:

• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) - United States
• Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) - Canada
• Privacy Act 1988 - Australia
• Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) - Singapore
• Other applicable regional privacy regulations

Data Retention

We do not retain any data on our servers. All app data is stored locally on your device and remains there until you delete it or uninstall the app. AdMob's data retention is governed by Google's policies.

Analytics and Crash Reporting

Currently, our apps do not use analytics or crash reporting services beyond what is automatically provided by the app stores (Google Play Console, App Store Connect). If we add analytics services in the future, this policy will be updated to reflect those changes.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in our app features or practices
• New apps with different functionality
• Legal, operational, or regulatory requirements
• Updates to third-party services we use

When we make changes:

• The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy will be revised
• Material changes will be communicated through the app or on this page
• Continued use of our apps after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically.

Future Apps and Features

As we develop new apps or add features to existing apps, we commit to:

• Maintaining our core principle of not collecting personal data unless absolutely necessary
• Updating this privacy policy to accurately reflect any new data collection practices
• Providing clear notice of any material changes to users
• Requesting appropriate permissions and consent before accessing device features or data

If a future app has significantly different privacy practices, we will create a separate, app-specific privacy policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: contact@unexploration.com

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe (typically within 30 days).

Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with:

• Google Play Developer Program Policies
• Apple App Store Review Guidelines
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• Other applicable privacy laws and regulations worldwide