1. About This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to the mobile application Tile Match Mania ("App"), operated by Tile Match Mania Studios ("we", "us", "our"). It describes how we collect, use, share, and protect information in connection with your use of our App.

By downloading or using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers (e.g., Android ID), hardware configuration, screen resolution, and language settings.
• Usage Data: Game progress, level completions, scores, session duration, feature usage, in-app purchase history, and interaction patterns.
• Advertising Identifiers: Google Advertising ID (GAID) for serving personalized or contextual advertisements via our advertising partners.
• Crash & Diagnostic Data: Error logs, crash reports, and performance metrics used to improve app stability.
• Network Information: IP address, connection type (Wi-Fi/mobile), and general geographic location (country/region level) derived from IP.

We do not collect your name, email address, phone number, or payment card details unless you voluntarily contact us for support.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the App experience.
• Save your game progress and preferences locally on your device.
• Display advertisements (interstitial and rewarded video) through third-party ad networks.
• Analyze aggregated usage patterns to inform game design decisions.
• Detect and resolve technical issues, crashes, or security problems.
• Comply with applicable legal obligations.

4. Advertising and Third-Party SDKs

The App displays advertisements provided by third-party advertising networks, which may include:

• Google AdMob — Privacy Policy
• Other integrated ad mediation partners as listed in our app store listing

These partners may collect your Advertising ID and device information to deliver relevant ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising by resetting your Advertising ID or enabling "Opt out of Ads Personalization" in your Android device settings under Google → Ads.

The following types of ads may appear in the App:

• Interstitial Ads: Full-screen ads shown between game levels.
• Rewarded Video Ads: Optional video ads you can watch to earn in-game rewards.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share data in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting with analytics, crash reporting, and advertising (each bound by confidentiality agreements).
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before your data is subject to a different privacy policy.
• Safety: When necessary to investigate fraud, enforce our policies, or protect the rights and safety of users or the public.

6. Data Retention

Game progress data is stored locally on your device and is deleted when you uninstall the App. Aggregated analytics data is retained for up to 24 months. Advertising identifiers are governed by the respective ad network's retention policies.

7. Children's Privacy

The App is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the applicable digital age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly. If you believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access and Portability: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Opt-Out of Personalized Advertising: Use your device's ad settings to limit ad tracking.

To exercise your rights, please contact us. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and are protected by appropriate safeguards.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and may notify you via in-app notice. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us