Privacy Policy

Introduction

Feathered Flight ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Feathered Flight mobile game application (the "Service"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Game Progress Data: We store your game progress locally on your device, including:
  • High scores and personal best records
  • Unlocked bird skins and cosmetic items
  • Game settings (sound, music, graphics quality)
  • Level progression and achievements
  • In-game currency and purchases (if applicable)
  • Custom bird configurations and preferences
• Optional Account Information: If you choose to create an account for cloud sync or leaderboards, we may collect:
  • Email address for account recovery
  • Username or display name
  • Profile preferences and settings
• User-Generated Content: Any feedback, reviews, or support messages you submit to us.

Device Information

• Device Identifiers: We may collect device-specific information such as:
  • Device model, manufacturer, and hardware specifications
  • Operating system version and build number
  • Unique device identifiers (Android ID, iOS IDFV)
  • Device language and region settings
  • Screen resolution and display capabilities
• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our game, including:
  • Gameplay events (scores, levels completed, session duration)
  • Game settings and preferences (sound, music, graphics quality)
  • Crash reports and performance metrics
  • Ad interaction data (views, clicks, completions)
  • Feature usage patterns and frequency
  • Time spent in different game modes
• Network Information: We may collect information about your network connection, including:
  • IP address and general location (country/region level)
  • Network type (WiFi, cellular, etc.)
  • Connection quality and stability

Automatically Collected Information

Log Data: We may collect information that your device sends whenever you use our Service ("Log Data"). This Log Data may include information such as your device's Internet Protocol ("IP") address, device name, operating system version, the configuration of the app when utilizing our Service, the time and date of your use of the Service, and other statistics.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Service: Including processing your game progress data, saving high scores, unlocking achievements, and providing personalized gameplay features and bird customizations.
• To enhance your gaming experience: We use your preferences and gameplay data to:
  • Recommend appropriate difficulty levels
  • Suggest new bird skins based on your preferences
  • Optimize game performance for your device
  • Provide personalized tips and tutorials
• To notify you about changes to our Service: We may use your contact information to send you important updates about the game, new features, or maintenance notifications.
• To provide customer support: We may use your information to respond to your inquiries, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide personalized assistance.
• To improve our Service: We analyze usage patterns to:
  • Enhance game performance and fix bugs
  • Develop new features and content
  • Balance game difficulty and mechanics
  • Optimize ad placement and frequency
• To ensure security and prevent abuse: We use information to:
  • Detect and prevent cheating or fraudulent behavior
  • Protect against unauthorized access to accounts
  • Monitor for inappropriate content or behavior
• To display advertisements: We may use your information to show relevant ads and monetize the game, including:
  • Personalized ads based on your interests and behavior
  • Rewarded video ads for in-game benefits
  • Banner and interstitial ads during gameplay

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

• Your game progress data is primarily stored locally on your device using secure storage mechanisms (e.g., AsyncStorage).
• We use industry-standard encryption to protect your data when it's stored on your device.

Cloud Storage (if applicable)

• If you choose to sync your data across devices, we may store your data on secure cloud servers.
• All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols.
• We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information.

Data Retention

• We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
• You can delete your account and associated data at any time through the app settings.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in:

• App analytics and crash reporting
• Ad networks (e.g., Google AdMob) for monetization
• Cloud storage and data synchronization
• Customer support services

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

• View your data: You can access all your game data within the app.
• Export your data: You can export your game progress in a readable format.
• Delete your data: You can delete your game progress or your entire account.

Communication Preferences

• You can opt out of promotional communications by adjusting your notification settings in the app.
• You can contact us to request changes to your personal information.

Data Portability

• You have the right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
• You can request data portability by contacting us.

Advertising and Monetization

Feathered Flight is a free-to-play game that generates revenue through advertising. We work with trusted advertising partners to provide you with relevant ads while maintaining a good gaming experience.

Types of Ads

• Banner Ads: Small ads displayed at the top or bottom of the game screen
• Interstitial Ads: Full-screen ads shown between game sessions or levels
• Rewarded Video Ads: Optional ads that provide in-game benefits when watched
• Native Ads: Ads integrated into the game's interface

Ad Personalization

We may use your information to show you personalized ads based on your interests, demographics, and behavior. You can control ad personalization through:

• Your device's ad settings (Android: "Opt out of Ads Personalization")
• iOS settings (Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising)
• In-app privacy settings (if available)

Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with several third-party services to provide functionality and improve your experience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies.

Advertising Partners

• Google AdMob: Our primary advertising partner for serving ads and providing ad analytics. AdMob may collect device identifiers and usage data.
• Other Ad Networks: We may work with additional ad networks to maximize ad fill rates and revenue.

Analytics Services

• Firebase Analytics: Google's analytics service that helps us understand app usage, user behavior, and performance metrics.
• Crashlytics: Crash reporting service that helps us identify and fix bugs and performance issues.

Other Services

• Cloud Storage: Optional cloud sync services for backing up your game progress across devices.
• Social Features: Third-party services for leaderboards, achievements, and social sharing (if implemented).

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending you a notification through the app (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

In-App Purchases and Payment Information

Feathered Flight may offer optional in-app purchases for premium features, bird skins, or other game content. Please note:

• Payment Processing: All payments are processed through your device's app store (Google Play Store or Apple App Store).
• No Payment Data Storage: We do not store your payment information, credit card details, or billing addresses.
• Purchase History: We may store information about your purchases to provide customer support and restore purchases across devices.
• Refunds: Refund requests should be directed to your app store provider, as we cannot process refunds directly.

Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• Google Play Store Developer Policy and Content Policy
• Apple App Store Review Guidelines and Privacy Requirements
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - European Union
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - California, USA
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) - USA
• Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) - Canada
• Privacy Act 1988 - Australia
• Other applicable privacy laws in your jurisdiction

Data Processing Legal Basis

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information to us
• Contract Performance: To provide the services you've requested
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our app and provide better user experience
• Legal Obligation: When required by applicable laws

Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are in the European Union, you have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above.