1. Introduction
Welcome to Watermelon Merge Puzzle ("we," "us," "our," or the "App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit and use our mobile and web application.
2. Information We Collect
We are proud to inform you that Watermelon Merge Puzzle collects minimal personal information. Here's exactly what we store:
2.1 Data Stored Locally on Your Device Only
- High Score: Your best game score
- Sound Preference: Whether you've muted or unmuted audio
2.2 What We Do NOT Collect
- No account information or login credentials
- No name, email, or phone number
- No device identifiers, UDID, or IMEI
- No location data
- No usage analytics or gameplay tracking
- No crash reports or error logs
- No IP addresses or device specifications
- No cookies or tracking technologies
- No advertising identifiers
3. How We Use Your Information
The minimal information we store is used exclusively for:
- Saving your high score so you can track your progress
- Remembering your audio preference settings
We do not use your information for: advertising, analytics, profiling, marketing, or any other purpose.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not share, sell, trade, or rent any of your personal information to third parties. Your game data is stored exclusively on your device and never leaves it.
4.1 Third-Party Services
Our app uses the following libraries that maintain their own privacy practices:
- Google Fonts: For typography. Font files may be downloaded from Google's CDN and cached locally on your device. Review Google's Privacy Policy.
No analytics platforms, advertising networks, or crash reporting services are integrated.
5. Data Security
Your local game data (high score and audio preference) is stored on your device using secure, device-level storage. This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to any external servers. Since we collect minimal information and maintain no servers, the risk of data breach is extremely low.
6. Data Retention
Your game data (high score and audio settings) is retained on your device as long as you keep the app installed. You can delete this data at any time by clearing the app's data from your device settings or by uninstalling the app.
7. Offline Usage
Watermelon Merge Puzzle is a completely offline game. An internet connection is not required to play. All gameplay, scoring, and game progression happens entirely on your device.
8. Children's Privacy
Watermelon Merge Puzzle is a family-friendly puzzle game suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect any personally identifiable information from anyone. Since the app collects no user data and requires no registration, there are no special privacy considerations for children.
9. Your Privacy Rights
Since we collect minimal information stored only on your device, your privacy is already maximized. You have complete control over your game data:
- Access: Your game data is only accessible on your device
- Deletion: You can delete your game data anytime through your device settings or by uninstalling the app
- No Tracking: We do not track, profile, or create behavioral data about you
10. No Ads or In-App Purchases
Watermelon Merge Puzzle contains no advertisements, ad networks, or in-app purchase systems. The game is completely free with no premium features locked behind paywalls. No data is collected for advertising purposes.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
12. Contact Us
Questions About This Privacy Policy?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible, typically within 30 days.