# Privacy Policy for Knot Twisted
**Effective Date:** April 3, 2026
**Last Updated:** October 9, 2026
## 1. Introduction
Welcome to **Knot Twisted** ("the App", "we", "our", or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any information associated with your use of our mobile application. Knot Twisted is a free puzzle game supported by third-party advertisements.
By downloading, installing, or using Knot Twisted, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
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## 2. Information We Collect
The App itself does **not** collect, store, or transmit any personally identifiable information (PII) such as your name, email address, phone number, contacts, or physical location. We do not require account registration, login, or personal profiles to play.
### Local Device Storage (Non-Personal)
The App stores your game progress (unlocked levels, settings) locally on your device using Android Shared Preferences. This data is never transmitted to external servers and is completely removed if you uninstall the App or clear app storage.
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## 3. Third-Party Services & Advertising (Google AdMob)
The App integrates **Google AdMob** to display banner, interstitial, and rewarded video advertisements. AdMob may automatically collect and process certain non-personal device and usage data, including:
- **Device Identifiers:** Android Advertising ID (AAID)
- **Technical Device Data:** Device manufacturer, model, operating system version, screen resolution, and carrier
- **Network Data:** IP address (used to infer general country/city-level location, not precise GPS location)
- **Ad Interaction Data:** Ad impressions, views, clicks, and diagnostic performance metrics
Google processes this data under its own privacy policies. For detailed information, please review:
- [Google Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- [How Google Uses Information From Sites or Apps](https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites)
- [Google AdMob Data Safety Guidelines](https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543)
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## 4. Data Security & Encryption
All communication between the App, Google Play Services, and Google AdMob is transmitted securely using standard **HTTPS / TLS encryption in transit**. We do not operate external back-end servers that store your personal records.
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## 5. Opt-Out and Managing Personalized Ads
You have full control over personalized advertising on your Android device:
1. Open your Android device **Settings**.
2. Navigate to **Google** → **All services** (if applicable) → **Ads**.
3. Tap **Reset advertising ID** or **Delete advertising ID**.
4. You may also enable **Opt out of Ads Personalization** or manage tracking preferences.
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## 6. Children's Privacy (COPPA & GDPR-K Compliance)
Knot Twisted is designed for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or legal guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information through third-party advertising networks, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate measures.
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## 7. Your Privacy Rights (GDPR & CCPA/CPRA)
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have specific privacy rights:
- **European Economic Area (GDPR):** You have the right to request access to, rectification of, or erasure of any data processed about you, as well as the right to restrict or object to certain processing.
- **California Residents (CCPA/CPRA):** You have the right to request disclosure of categories of personal information collected, request deletion, and opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information.
Because we do not maintain accounts or store your personal identity, you can exercise these rights directly through your device's ad ID settings or by contacting us.
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## 8. Data Retention & Deletion Requests
We do not store your personal data on proprietary servers. Local gameplay data is deleted immediately upon uninstalling the application. For any requests regarding advertising identifiers or questions regarding data deletion, please contact us at the email below.
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## 9. App Permissions
The App requests the minimum necessary permissions:
- `android.permission.INTERNET`: Required to fetch and display advertisements.
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`: Required to verify internet connectivity before ad requests.
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`: Required solely to provide haptic feedback during line untangling interactions.
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## 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy from time to time.
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## 11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
**Developer Email:** sumits7196@gmail.com
**App:** Knot Twisted (`com.tangledline.game`)
Terms and Conditions
Knot Twisted
Effective Date: April 3, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By downloading, installing, or using Knot Twisted ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the
App.
2. Description of the App
Knot Twisted is a free-to-play puzzle game where players untangle lines by dragging nodes. The App is supported by advertisements.
3. Use of the App
- The App is intended for personal, non-commercial use only.
- You agree not to modify, reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App.
- You agree not to use the App for any unlawful or prohibited purpose.
- You must not attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the App.
4. Advertisements
The App displays advertisements provided by Google AdMob, including banner ads and rewarded video ads. By using the App, you agree to the display of such
advertisements. Ad content is provided by third-party advertisers and we are not responsible for the content of those ads.
5. In-App Rewards
The App offers rewarded video ads to earn additional hints. Watching a rewarded ad is entirely optional. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or remove the
reward system at any time without prior notice.
6. Intellectual Property
All content in the App, including but not limited to graphics, design, gameplay mechanics, sounds, and code, is the property of the developer and is protected by
applicable intellectual property laws. You may not copy, distribute, or reproduce any part of the App without prior written permission.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The App is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the App will be error-free,
uninterrupted, or free of harmful components.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection
with the use of the App.
9. Third-Party Services
The App uses third-party services (Google AdMob) that have their own Terms and Conditions. We recommend reviewing Google's Terms of Service
(https://policies.google.com/terms).
10. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the App
after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
11. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the App at any time, without notice, for any reason.
12. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising shall be subject to the exclusive
jurisdiction of the courts in India.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Email: sumits7196@gmail.com