🔒 Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 18, 2025

📋 Overview

At Emoji Word Game ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website and while using our services. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our game.

By accessing or using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our service.

📊 Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Profile Information: Username, display name, and avatar (if you choose to create an account)
  • Game Data: Your puzzle completion times, scores, streaks, and achievement progress
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and screen resolution
  • Usage Data: How you interact with our game, features used, and time spent playing

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time stamps, and referring URLs
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience
  • Analytics Data: Aggregated usage statistics and performance metrics
  • Local Storage: Game progress and settings stored on your device

🎯 How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Game Functionality: To provide core game features, save progress, and maintain leaderboards
  • Personalization: To customize your gaming experience and show relevant content
  • Performance Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our service
  • Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
  • Communication: To send you important updates about the game (only if you opt in)
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

🤝 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 trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and game, such as hosting services, analytics providers, and customer support tools. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent notice on our website of any such change.

🍪 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Here's what you need to know:

Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly, including game state and user preferences.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how users interact with our game to improve the experience.

Advertising Cookies

Used to display relevant advertisements and measure ad performance (if applicable).

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

🔐 Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication systems
  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

👤 Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

🔍 Access and Portability

Request a copy of your personal data and game statistics

✏️ Correction

Update or correct inaccurate personal information

🗑️ Deletion

Request deletion of your personal data and game account

⚙️ Preferences

Opt out of non-essential data collection and communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

👶 Children's Privacy

Our service is designed for users of all ages, including children. We take special care to protect children's privacy:

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
  • We do not require children to provide more information than necessary to play the game
  • Parents can contact us to review, delete, or stop further collection of their child's information
  • We comply with applicable children's privacy laws, including COPPA

🌍 International Users

Our service is available globally, and we comply with applicable international privacy laws:

  • GDPR (EU): We provide additional rights and protections for EU users
  • CCPA (California): California residents have specific privacy rights under state law
  • Data Transfers: We use appropriate safeguards when transferring data internationally
  • Local Laws: We respect local privacy regulations in the countries where we operate

🔄 Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • We will notify users of significant changes through the game or email
  • Your continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
  • We encourage you to review this policy periodically

📧 Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@emojigames.app

Website: emojigames.app

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48 hours

For the fastest response, please include "Privacy Policy" in your email subject line and provide as much detail as possible about your inquiry.

Your Privacy Matters

We're committed to protecting your data while providing an amazing gaming experience.

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