Privacy Policy for Disc Golf Zombies

Effective Date: August 10, 2025

Introduction

Disc Golf Zombies ("the App" or "Game") is a mobile game developed by Fun Guy Games ("we," "us," or "our"). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you play our Game on Android devices via Google Play. By using the Game, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Game.

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted at https://sites.google.com/view/discgolfzombies-privacy with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Game after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at: FunGuyGames.dev@gmail.com.

Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, improve, and personalize the Game. The types of information include:

1. Automatically Collected Device and Usage Information

• Data: Device identifiers (e.g., Android ID, advertising ID), device type, OS version, IP address, network information, gameplay data (e.g., session length, levels completed, progress), and crash logs.

• How Collected: Via Unity (our game engine) for analytics and crash reporting.

• Purpose: To optimize performance, fix bugs, and understand usage patterns.

2. AdMob for Targeted Advertising

• Data: Advertising ID, inferred interests (based on app usage or other apps), and approximate location (if enabled by you).

• How Collected: Google AdMob displays ads in the Game.

• Purpose: To serve relevant ads and measure ad performance.

• Note: You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings (Google Settings > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization). See Google’s Privacy Policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

3. Firebase for Leaderboards

• Data: Username (if you provide one), kill count, timestamp of submission, and device identifiers (e.g., for authentication or linking scores). Optionally, Google account info if you sign in.

• How Collected: Google Firebase powers leaderboards.

• Purpose: To enable competitive rankings and track scores.

• Note: See Firebase Privacy at https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy.

4. In-App Purchases and Subscriptions

• Data: Transaction IDs, purchased items (e.g., ad-free subscription at $2.99/month, premium features), and user/device IDs to associate purchases with your game progress.

• How Collected: Via Unity and Google Play Billing. We do not collect payment details (e.g., credit card info); Google handles these securely.

• Purpose: To process purchases, deliver content, and prevent fraud.

• Note: See Google Play Terms at https://play.google.com/about/play-terms/.

5. Game Progress Data

• Data: Non-personal gameplay data (e.g., current level, score) stored locally in memory to resume your session if the app remains open.

• How Collected: Managed by Unity during gameplay.

• Purpose: To maintain your progress during active sessions.

• Note: This data is not persistently stored on your device and does not require storage permissions.

6. User Communications

• Data: Information you provide (e.g., email, feedback) if you contact us.

• Purpose: To respond to inquiries or support requests.

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, financial, biometric) unless explicitly required for a feature and with your consent.

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide and maintain the Game (e.g., save progress, display leaderboards).

• Personalize experiences (e.g., targeted ads via AdMob).

• Analyze usage and improve the Game (e.g., via Unity Analytics, Firebase).

• Process IAPs and subscriptions.

• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
  We do not sell your personal data.

Sharing Your Information

We share data with:

• Service Providers: Google (AdMob, Firebase, Play Billing) and Unity (analytics, IAPs) process data on our behalf under strict agreements.

• Legal Requirements: If required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights or safety.

• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
  We do not share data with other third parties for their marketing purposes without your consent.

Data Security

We use reasonable measures (e.g., encryption in transit) to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

• Leaderboard data (username, kills, timestamp) is retained indefinitely to maintain rankings.

• Analytics and crash data are retained for up to 26 months, per Unity’s policies.

• Purchase data is kept as needed for transaction records or legal requirements.

• You can request deletion (see below).

Your Rights and Choices

• Access and Deletion: Contact us at privacy@funguygames.com to access, correct, or delete your data (e.g., remove leaderboard entries). Deleting data may affect Game features.

• Opt-Outs: Disable personalized ads in device settings. Limit Firebase data collection via app settings if available.

• California Residents (CCPA): You have rights to know, delete, and opt-out of data sales (we don’t sell data). Contact us for requests.

• EU/UK Residents (GDPR): You have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to processing. We process data based on legitimate interests or consent.

• Age Restriction: The Game is rated 10+ and not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13. If we learn of such data, we delete it. For COPPA info, see https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/complying-coppa-frequently-asked-questions.

International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred to countries outside your own (e.g., US for Google/Unity services), subject to adequate safeguards.

Third-Party Links

The Game may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., ads). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Compliance with Google Play Policies

We comply with Google Play’s Developer Policies, including:

• Accurate data declarations in the Data Safety section.

• Support for user data deletion requests.

• Use of Android permissions only as needed, with clear explanations.

This Privacy Policy is provided "as is" without warranties. For the latest version, check the in-app link or our site at https://sites.google.com/view/discgolfzombies-privacy.