Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
# Privacy Policy for Fruit Formula
**Last updated:** May 10, 2026
**Effective date:** May 10, 2026
## Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how **Fruit Formula** ("we", "our", "us", "the app") handles information when you download and use the game on your mobile device. By downloading, installing, or using Fruit Formula, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
**Fruit Formula** is a casual logic puzzle game designed with privacy as a priority. We have intentionally built the app to collect as little personal information as possible. The app does not require an account, does not request personal details, and does not store your gameplay progress on remote servers.
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## 1. Information We Collect
### 1.1 Information Stored Locally on Your Device (Not Shared)
The following information is saved locally on your device and **never** transmitted to our servers or third parties:
- Your current level and completed puzzle levels
- Hint balance and hint usage history per level
- Sound, haptics, and visual effect preferences
- Music and sound volume settings
- Ad-removal status (if you purchase ad removal)
- Records of your in-app purchases within the app
- Game settings and accessibility preferences
This data remains entirely under your control. You can clear all of it at any time by uninstalling the app or using your device's app data deletion feature.
### 1.2 Information Collected by Third-Party Services
To support the free-to-play business model and enable in-app purchases, Fruit Formula integrates with the following third-party services. These services may automatically collect device and interaction data:
#### Google AdMob (Advertising)
| Aspect | Detail |
|--------|--------|
| **Purpose** | Serve non-personalized interstitial ads and rewarded video ads within gameplay |
| **Data collected** | Device identifiers, device model, OS version, approximate location derived from IP address, ad interaction data, crash data, and performance data |
| **Personalization** | Set to **non-personalized** mode by default; ads are not tailored to your browsing or app history |
| **Policy** | [Google AdMob Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy) |
#### Apple StoreKit & Google Play Billing (In-App Purchases)
| Aspect | Detail |
|--------|--------|
| **Purpose** | Process and verify in-app purchases (e.g., one-time ad removal, in-game hint packs) |
| **Data collected** | Transaction ID, purchase receipt, app bundle ID, purchase timestamp, region/country |
| **Direct access** | We do NOT have access to your payment method, credit card, or full Apple ID / Google Account details. These remain encrypted and stored securely by Apple and Google. |
| **Policy** | [Apple Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/) / [Google Play Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy) |
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## 2. How We Use Collected Information
### What We Do With Your Data
- **Gameplay experience** — Local data enables the app to remember your progress, preferences, and settings between sessions.
- **Serve advertising** — AdMob uses limited device data to deliver non-personalized ads. We do not receive or store your advertising ID; AdMob manages this directly.
- **Process purchases** — Apple and Google verify your in-app purchase requests. We receive only a transaction confirmation, not your payment details.
- **App analytics & monitoring** — Aggregate, non-personal information from AdMob (such as ad impressions, click-through rates, and performance metrics) helps us monitor app health and monetization.
- **Technical support** — If you contact us with a problem, we may request your app version, device info, or error logs to assist you.
### What We Do **NOT** Do
- ❌ We do **not** sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
- ❌ We do **not** share personal data with advertising networks, data brokers, or marketing companies beyond Google AdMob.
- ❌ We do **not** create behavioral or psychological profiles based on your gameplay.
- ❌ We do **not** collect your name, email, phone number, or date of birth.
- ❌ We do **not** collect location data, contacts, photos, or camera/microphone access.
- ❌ We do **not** store your data on our servers; all data remains on your device.
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## 3. Device Permissions
Fruit Formula requests only the minimum permissions necessary to function:
### iOS Permissions
- **No tracking permission requested** — Fruit Formula serves non-personalized ads only and does not request App Tracking Transparency permission.
### Android Permissions
- **Permission to query installed apps** — Used internally for app compatibility and crash reporting.
- **Network connectivity** — Used to check internet status before loading ads.
We do **not** request access to:
- Contacts, calendar, or email
- Photos, camera, or microphone
- Location services
- Health or fitness data
- Biometric information (fingerprint, face ID)
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## 4. Your Privacy Choices and Control
### Manage Advertising Preferences
**Advertising Privacy Controls:**
- **iOS:** Fruit Formula does not request tracking permission and serves non-personalized ads only.
- **Android:** Settings → Privacy → Ads → Enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization" or tap "Reset Advertising ID"
### Remove Ads In-Game
- Purchase the **"Remove Ads"** one-time in-app upgrade to permanently disable interstitial ads for an enhanced experience.
- Optional rewarded ads can still be viewed when you choose to watch them for in-game rewards.
### Restore Purchases
- If you reinstall the app on a new device or after clearing app data, tap **"Restore Purchases"** in the app's shop to recover your previous purchases using your Apple ID (iOS) or Google Account (Android).
### Delete Your Data
- **Uninstall the app:** Deletes all local gameplay data, preferences, and settings stored on your device.
- **Manage cloud backup:** If iCloud or Google One backup is enabled on your device, you may need to manage those backups separately through your cloud provider.
- **Contact us:** For assistance in removing associated purchase records, contact us at the address below (note: we recommend contacting Apple Support or Google Play Support directly for purchase history).
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## 5. Third-Party Privacy Policies
Fruit Formula integrates with third-party platforms and services. This Privacy Policy covers only Fruit Formula's practices. Please review the privacy policies of third-party services directly:
- **Google AdMob Privacy:** <https://policies.google.com/privacy>
- **Google Play Services Privacy:** <https://policies.google.com/privacy>
- **Apple Privacy Policy:** <https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/>
- **Apple App Store Privacy:** <https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/>
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## 6. Children's Privacy & Safety
### Age Appropriateness
**Fruit Formula** is designed for general audiences and is rated **4+** on the Apple App Store and **Everyone** on Google Play. The game contains:
- Colorful, family-friendly puzzle gameplay
- No violence, profanity, or inappropriate content
- No user-generated content or social features
### Compliance with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
**For parents and guardians:**
- Fruit Formula does **not** require registration or login.
- The app does **not** access personal contacts or social media.
- If you believe your child has shared personal information, please contact us immediately at the address below.
- Consider enabling parental controls on your device to restrict app permissions and in-app purchases.
### Advertising Directed at Children
- When AdMob serves ads to users we believe to be under 13, it uses **non-personalized ads only**.
- Rewarded video ads are displayed at the player's discretion and are not aggressive or misleading.
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## 7. Data Retention, Deletion & Security
### How Long We Keep Data
- **Local app data:** Remains on your device until you delete the app or clear app storage.
- **Cloud backup:** May persist in iCloud or Google One indefinitely unless you delete device backups.
- **Third-party data (AdMob, Apple, Google):** Retained according to their respective policies.
- **Our servers:** We do not store gameplay or personal data on our servers.
### Security Measures
- **Local data** is protected by your device's built-in security (iOS Secure Enclave, Android Keystore).
- **In-transit data** (ads, purchases) uses industry-standard encryption (HTTPS/TLS).
- **Third-party services** (Google, Apple) maintain security infrastructure compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and other standards.
- **No guarantee:** No transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we implement reasonable safeguards, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
### Deletion & Retention Requests
- To delete your local app data immediately, uninstall the app.
- To remove purchase history or account data associated with Apple or Google, contact their support teams directly.
- For other data requests, contact us (see Section 10).
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## 8. International Data Privacy Compliance
### GDPR (European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and similar jurisdictions)
If you are located in the EEA, UK, or another region with equivalent privacy laws, you have the following rights:
- **Right of access:** Request what personal data we hold about you.
- **Right to correction:** Request corrections to inaccurate data.
- **Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten"):** Request deletion of your data.
- **Right to restrict processing:** Limit how we use your data.
- **Right to data portability:** Receive a copy of your data in a portable format.
- **Right to object:** Opt out of certain processing related to advertising and analytics where applicable.
- **Right to lodge a complaint:** File a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (e.g., GDPR supervisory authority).
**Current implementation:** Fruit Formula serves non-personalized ads by default and does not use cross-app tracking.
### LGPD (Brazil)
If you are in Brazil, LGPD grants you similar rights to those listed above. You may exercise your rights by contacting us using the details in Section 10.
### PDPA (Singapore) and Other Jurisdictions
Fruit Formula respects data protection laws in all regions where it is available. If your country has specific data protection requirements, we commit to compliance. Contact us if you have questions about your jurisdiction.
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## 9. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
### Your Rights Under CCPA
If you are a resident of California, you have the following rights:
- **Right to know:** Request what personal information we collect and how we use it.
- **Right to delete:** Request deletion of personal information we have collected (subject to legal exceptions).
- **Right to opt-out:** Opt out of "sales" of personal information (as defined by CCPA).
- **Right to non-discrimination:** We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
### Our Position on "Sales" and "Sharing"
Fruit Formula does **not** "sell" your personal information as defined under CCPA. However:
- Limited device and advertising-related data may be processed by Google AdMob to serve non-personalized ads; this may constitute "sharing" under CCPA's expanded definition.
- You can reduce ad-related data use through your device privacy settings (see Section 4).
### Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any CCPA right, contact us using the details in Section 10. Include:
- "CCPA Privacy Request" in the subject line.
- Your name and the request type (Know, Delete, Opt-Out).
- Verification information to confirm your identity.
We will respond within 45 days (or as required by law).
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## 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as the app evolves, new features are added, or legal requirements change. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
- Notify you through the app or app store update notes (if feasible).
- Request your acceptance before implementing major changes that affect your privacy.
Your continued use of Fruit Formula after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
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## 11. Contact Us
### Questions, Requests, or Complaints
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have a complaint, please contact us:
**Email:**
support@fruitformula.app
**Mailing Address:**
Bao Huynh
Fruit Formula Developer
[Your City, Country]
**Response Time:**
We will respond to all inquiries within **30 days** (or as required by applicable law).
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## 12. Legal Disclaimers
This Privacy Policy is provided as-is and constitutes the official privacy statement for the **Fruit Formula** mobile application available on:
- Apple App Store (iOS)
- Google Play Store (Android)
It is your responsibility to review this policy before using the app. By downloading or using Fruit Formula, you acknowledge and agree to these privacy practices.
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**Fruit Formula is committed to your privacy and transparency. Thank you for playing.**