Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, maintain, and improve the Game. This includes:

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Username, email address (if you create an account), and profile preferences.
• Communications: Any messages, feedback, or support requests you send us.
• In-Game Content: Custom names, saved game data, and user-generated content.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers (UUID, IDFA/AAID), IP address, and mobile network information.
• Gameplay Data: Game progress, achievements, resource statistics, play time, session duration, and in-game actions.
• Usage Analytics: Feature usage, crash reports, performance data, error logs, and debugging information.
• Location Data: General geographic location (country/region) derived from IP address for regional compliance and content customization.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To operate, maintain, and provide the core functionality of the Game.
• Personalization: To customize gameplay experiences, difficulty adjustments, and content recommendations.
• Analytics & Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, identify bugs, and improve game mechanics and performance.
• Communication: To send game updates, respond to inquiries, and provide customer support.
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and unauthorized access.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Data Storage & Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest using AES-256 encryption.
• Access Controls: Strict access controls and authentication protocols for internal data access.
• Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing.
• Data Minimization: We only collect and retain data necessary for the stated purposes.

Despite our efforts, no electronic transmission or storage method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Active Accounts: Data is retained while your account is active or as needed to provide services.
• Inactive Accounts: After 24 months of inactivity, we may delete or anonymize your data, subject to legal obligations.
• Analytics Data: Aggregated, anonymized analytics data may be retained indefinitely for statistical purposes.
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention).

5. Cookies & Similar Technologies

The Game and associated websites may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns
• Prevent fraud and enhance security

You can control cookies through your device or browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some Game features.

6. Third-Party Services & SDKs

We use trusted third-party service providers to support the Game:

6.1 Platform Providers

• Apple App Store / Google Play Store: For app distribution, in-app purchases, and platform services. Subject to Apple's Privacy Policy and Google's Privacy Policy.

6.2 Analytics & Crash Reporting

• Firebase Analytics / Crashlytics (Google): For usage analytics and crash reporting. Data may include device information and app usage patterns.

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.

7. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Zombie Tycoon is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at marshalldigitialagency@gmail.com. We will promptly delete such information from our records.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by relevant authorities
• Adequate data protection certifications
• Compliance with regional data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

9. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data ("Right to be Forgotten").
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing under certain circumstances.
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities, including direct marketing.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at marshalldigitialagency@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

You may also reset your game progress or delete locally stored data via the in-game settings menu.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of categories and specific pieces of personal information collected.
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information).
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To submit a CCPA request, email us at marshalldigitialagency@gmail.com with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

11. GDPR Compliance (EU/EEA Residents)

For residents of the European Union and European Economic Area, we process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: Where you have given explicit consent for specific purposes.
• Contract: Processing necessary for the performance of our contract with you (providing the Game).
• Legal Obligation: Processing necessary to comply with legal obligations.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate interests (analytics, security), provided your rights do not override these interests.

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have violated GDPR.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website and in the Game
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Providing in-app notifications for material changes

Continued use of the Game after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.