8BIT CARDS

PRIVACY POLICY

8BIT CARDS - SOLITAIRE

LAST UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

8Bit Cards - Solitaire ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Username, avatar selection (if you customize your profile)
  • User Preferences: Game settings, background preferences, card designs, sound preferences, draw mode settings
  • Feedback: Comments, suggestions, or support requests you send us
  • Multiplayer Information: Username displayed in multiplayer games, room creation and joining activities

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version, unique device identifier
  • Usage Data: How you interact with the App, features used, time spent playing, game statistics (games played, won, lost, best times, win streaks)
  • Performance Data: App crashes, errors, and technical performance metrics
  • Game Data: Game progress, statistics, achievements, adventure level progress, multiplayer game history

2.3 Information We Do Not Collect

  • We do not collect email addresses or other personal contact information (unless you provide it in support requests)
  • We do not collect precise location data
  • We do not collect sensitive personal information (health, financial, etc.)
  • We do not collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

  • Provide and improve the App's functionality and game features
  • Personalize your gaming experience (customize avatars, backgrounds, card designs)
  • Track and display your game progress, statistics, and achievements
  • Enable multiplayer functionality and matchmaking
  • Send important updates and notifications (with your permission)
  • Respond to your questions and support requests
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve the App and game features
  • Ensure the App's security and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Display relevant advertisements (for free users)
  • Manage premium subscriptions and features

4. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

4.2 Limited Sharing

We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate the App
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • Multiplayer Services: Your username and game statistics may be visible to other players

4.3 Data Protection

All third-party service providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes. We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data.

5. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

5.1 Data Storage

  • Your data is stored securely on cloud servers (Supabase) and locally on your device (AsyncStorage)
  • We use industry-standard encryption to protect your information in transit and at rest
  • Data is stored in compliance with applicable data protection laws (GDPR, COPPA)
  • User profiles, game statistics, and settings are stored in secure databases

5.2 Security Measures

  • We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures
  • We regularly review and update our security practices
  • We limit access to your personal information to authorized personnel only
  • We use secure authentication and authorization mechanisms
  • We encrypt sensitive data in transit and at rest

5.3 Local Storage

  • Some data is stored locally on your device using AsyncStorage (user preferences, game state)
  • This local data is only accessible by the App and is not shared with third parties
  • You can clear this data by uninstalling the App

6. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

6.1 COPPA Compliance

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent
  • The App is designed for users of all ages, but children under 13 should use it under adult supervision
  • If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13 without consent, we will delete it immediately
  • Parents can contact us to review, modify, or delete their child's information

6.2 GDPR for Children in the EU

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16 in the European Union without verifiable parental consent, in accordance with GDPR.

6.3 Parental Rights

Parents can:

  • Review their child's information
  • Request deletion of their child's information
  • Refuse further collection of their child's information
  • Contact us at 8bitcardsapp@gmail.com for any concerns

7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

7.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information (username, game statistics, settings)
  • Correct inaccurate information (update username, preferences)
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Export your game statistics and data
  • Opt out of certain data collection (where technically feasible)

7.2 Communication Preferences

  • You can control notification settings within the App
  • You can contact us to update your preferences
  • You can request to stop receiving certain communications

7.3 Account Management

  • You can change your username and avatar at any time
  • You can reset your game statistics (this action cannot be undone)
  • You can delete your account by contacting us at 8bitcardsapp@gmail.com

8. DATA RETENTION

  • We retain your information as long as you use the App
  • Game statistics and progress are retained to provide continuity of service
  • We may retain certain information for legal, security, or business purposes
  • You can request deletion of your data at any time
  • Deleted data may remain in backups for a limited period (up to 90 days) before permanent deletion
  • Upon account deletion, your user profile and statistics will be permanently removed

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

  • Your information may be processed in countries other than your own (including the United States, where Supabase servers are located)
  • We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers
  • We comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR for EU residents
  • Data transfers are protected by standard contractual clauses and other legal mechanisms

10. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

10.1 Analytics

We may use analytics services to understand App usage. These services collect anonymous usage data and do not identify individual users. This helps us improve the App's performance and user experience.

10.2 Advertising

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements in our App. AdMob may collect and use information about your device and usage patterns to provide relevant ads. This includes:

  • Device identifiers
  • Advertising identifiers
  • General location information (country/region level, not precise)
  • App usage data

You can learn more about AdMob's privacy practices at: https://policies.google.com/privacy

For free users, ads are shown periodically during gameplay. Premium subscribers do not see advertisements.

10.3 Payment Processing

If you purchase premium features, payment information is processed by secure third-party payment processors (Apple App Store, Google Play Store). We do not store your payment information. Payment processing is subject to the respective platform's privacy policies:

10.4 Cloud Services

We use Supabase (https://supabase.com) for cloud database services. Supabase processes your data in accordance with their privacy policy: https://supabase.com/privacy

11. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We may use third-party analytics tools that use tracking technologies (such as SDKs or device identifiers) to understand how you use the App. If you are located in the EU, you will be presented with a consent prompt where required before such tracking technologies are used.

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

  • We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements
  • We will notify you of significant changes through the App or by email (if you have provided one)
  • Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy
  • The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised

13. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (EU USERS)

If you are located in the European Union, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Consent: When you agree to data processing (e.g., accepting terms and conditions)
  • Contract: To provide the App's services and fulfill our terms of service
  • Legitimate Interest: To improve and secure the App, analyze usage patterns, and prevent fraud
  • Legal Obligation: When required by law or to comply with legal requirements

14. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GDPR

If you are located in the European Union, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request access to your personal data
  • Rectification: Correct or update your data
  • Erasure: Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
  • Restriction: Object to or restrict processing
  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at 8bitcardsapp@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

15. MULTIPLAYER AND SOCIAL FEATURES

  • When you participate in multiplayer games, your username and game statistics may be visible to other players
  • Room codes and game sessions are temporary and are not permanently stored
  • We do not share your contact information with other players
  • You can choose a username that does not reveal your identity
  • We moderate multiplayer games to prevent abuse and inappropriate behavior

16. GAME STATISTICS AND LEADERBOARDS

Your game statistics (games played, won, lost, best times, win streaks) are stored and may be used for:

  • Personal progress tracking
  • Leaderboards (if implemented)
  • Game improvements and analytics

Statistics are associated with your user ID, not your personal information. You can reset your statistics at any time (this action cannot be undone).

17. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

EMAIL: 8bitcardsapp@gmail.com

WEBSITE: https://www.8bit-cards.eu

18. DATA CONTROLLER INFORMATION (EU USERS)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the data controller is:

Country of Operation: Latvia

Email: 8bitcardsapp@gmail.com

If you are located in the EEA, you may contact us with any questions or requests regarding your personal data, including exercising your GDPR rights.

19. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at 8bitcardsapp@gmail.com.

20. SECURITY BREACHES

In the unlikely event of a data security breach that affects your personal information, we will:

  • Notify affected users as soon as possible
  • Report the breach to relevant authorities as required by law
  • Take immediate steps to secure the breach and prevent further unauthorized access
  • Provide information about what data was affected and what steps we are taking

© 2025 8BIT CARDS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

LAST UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2025

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