Privacy Policy for Merge Master 2048

Last Updated: March 8, 2025

App Developer: KB Team Ltd.
App Name: Merge Master 2048
Package Name: com.kbteam.ltd.merge_master_2048
Contact Email: kbteam.app@gmail.com

1. Introduction

KB Team Ltd. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Merge Master 2048 (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information Collected Automatically

Game Statistics: High scores, total games played, achievements unlocked, and gameplay statistics
Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
App Usage Data: Features used, time spent in app, crash reports, and performance data
Advertising Data: Ad interaction data, advertising ID for personalized ads

2.2 Information You Provide

Settings Preferences: Theme selection, sound settings, haptic feedback preferences
Game Progress: Saved game states, grid size preferences, achievement progress

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
Location data
Camera or microphone access
Contacts or calendar information
Photos or media files

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Game Functionality: Save your progress, maintain high scores, and track achievements
Personalization: Remember your preferences for themes, sounds, and game settings
Advertising: Display relevant ads through Google Mobile Ads
App Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve game features and performance
Technical Support: Diagnose and fix technical issues

4. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with the following third-party services:

4.1 Google Mobile Ads

Displays banner and rewarded video advertisements
May collect advertising ID and usage data for ad personalization
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.2 Google Play Services

Used for app distribution and updates
May collect crash reports and performance data
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage: Game data is primarily stored locally on your device
Security Measures: We implement appropriate technical safeguards to protect your information
Data Retention: Game data is retained until you uninstall the app or clear app data
No Cloud Storage: We do not store your personal game data on external servers

6. Children's Privacy

Our app is suitable for all ages, including children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. The app:

Does not require account creation or personal information
Uses family-friendly advertising through Google's family-safe ad networks
Does not include social features or communication capabilities
Complies with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) requirements

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

Data Access: View your game statistics within the app settings
Data Deletion: Clear all game data by uninstalling the app or clearing app data
Ad Preferences: Opt out of personalized ads through your device settings
Settings Control: Modify game preferences, sound settings, and visual themes

8. Advertising and Analytics

We display ads through Google Mobile Ads to support free app usage
Ads may be personalized based on your advertising ID
You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings
We may use analytics to understand app usage and improve user experience

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where our third-party service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Providing in-app notifications for significant changes

11. Contact Information

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

KB Team Ltd.
Email: kbteam.app@gmail.com
App: Merge Master 2048
Package: com.kbteam.ltd.merge_master_2048

12. Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
Google Play Developer Policy
Apple App Store Review Guidelines