Privacy Policy for Dots and Boxes Strategy Game

Last Updated: March 20, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dots and Boxes Strategy Game ("the App"). We are committed to maintaining the trust of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose information when you play our game. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information Collection and Use

While our core gameplay (Single Player vs AI and Local 2-Player) is available offline, the App uses third-party services that may collect information used to identify you.

• Personal Data: We do not collect names, email addresses, or phone numbers.

• Player Initials: Any initials entered for local 2-player mode are stored locally on your device and are never shared or uploaded.

• Advertising Identifiers: We use Google AdMob to serve advertisements. AdMob may collect and use your Google Advertising ID (on Android) or IDFA (on iOS) to provide personalized or non-personalized ads.

• Usage Data: We may collect anonymized technical data (device model, OS version, and crash reports) via third-party SDKs to improve game stability and performance.

3. Advertising (Google AdMob)

This App displays advertisements provided by Google AdMob.

• Personalized Advertising: Google and its partners use cookies or unique device identifiers to serve ads based on your visit to this App and/or other apps on the Internet.

• Non-Personalized Ads: If you have opted out of ad personalization, ads will still be shown, but they will not be based on your interests. They may be based on the context of the App or your general location (e.g., city-level).

• Data Processing: Google’s use of information is governed by the Google Advertising Privacy & Terms.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

AdMob and its third-party vendors may use cookies, web beacons, or SDKs to collect information as a result of ad serving. You can manage your preferences or opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting:

• Google Ad Settings: https://www.google.com/settings/ads

• Your Device Settings: * Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization.

  • iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking.

5. Children’s Privacy

Our App is designed for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. To comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and GDPR, we configure AdMob to serve non-personalized ads in cases where a user is identified as being under the age of consent.

6. Data Retention

• Local Data: Your game statistics (wins, losses, best streak) and custom settings are stored on your device's local storage. This data is deleted if you uninstall the App.

• Ad Data: Advertising data is retained by Google according to their specific data retention policies.

7. Required Permissions

To function correctly, the App requires the following:

• INTERNET & ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: To fetch and display advertisements from AdMob.

• VIBRATE: To provide haptic feedback during gameplay (can be disabled in settings).

• AD_ID Permission: (Required for Android 13+) To allow AdMob to provide relevant advertising services.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. We recommend reviewing this page periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: ecosocialindia@gmail.com