Effective Date: August 25, 2025
Last Updated: August 25, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how PocketEmu ("we," "us," or "our") handles information in connection with our game emulator application (the "App" or "Service").
KEY POINT: WE DO NOT COLLECT PERSONAL INFORMATION. We only collect technical data necessary to improve app performance and fix issues.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and do not collect any personal information:
No account registration required
No name, email, or contact information collected
No demographic information collected
No precise location data accessed or stored
No device identifiers for tracking purposes
No user behavior tracking for advertising
To improve app performance and fix technical issues, we collect limited technical data:
Device Performance Data:
Device model and specifications (CPU, RAM, GPU)
Operating system version and platform
App version and build information
Device performance metrics during emulation
Frame rate and rendering performance data
Memory usage and optimization metrics
Crash and Error Information:
App crash reports and error logs
Stack traces and debugging information
System state at time of crash
App version and device information related to crashes
Performance issues and lag reports
App Usage Analytics:
Which emulator cores are used most frequently
Common settings and configuration preferences
Feature usage statistics (which functions are used)
Loading times and performance benchmarks
Compatibility issues with specific games or file types
This technical information helps us to:
Fix bugs and crashes reported by users
Optimize performance for different device types
Improve compatibility with various games and file formats
Enhance user experience by identifying common issues
Prioritize development based on actual usage patterns
Provide better technical support and troubleshooting
All technical data collected is:
Anonymized and cannot be linked to individual users
Aggregated with data from other users for analysis
Automatically processed without human review of personal details
Used solely for technical improvement purposes
No advertising networks integrated
No social media tracking for marketing
No data brokers involved
No user profiling for commercial purposes
The following information is stored locally on your device:
App Settings and Preferences:
Display preferences and graphics settings
Controller configuration and input mappings
Audio and video options
User interface preferences
Game-Related Data:
Game save states and progress (if you choose to save)
Game files you load into the emulator
Screenshots you capture (stored in your device's photo library)
Recently played games list
The following anonymized technical data may be transmitted to help us improve the app:
Performance Analytics:
Device performance metrics and benchmarks
App stability and crash reports
Error logs and debugging information
Feature usage statistics (which functions are most/least used)
Compatibility data for different games and file formats
Data Transmission Details:
Data is transmitted securely using encrypted connections
No personal identifiers are included in transmitted data
Data transmission occurs periodically and in the background
You cannot be identified from the technical data we collect
Data is used exclusively for app improvement purposes
Local data remains on your device until you delete it
Technical data on our servers is retained for up to 24 months for analysis
Crash reports are retained for 12 months or until the issue is resolved
Aggregated performance data may be retained longer for trend analysis
All data is automatically deleted after retention periods expire
All transmitted data is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
Technical data is anonymized and cannot be traced back to individuals
Our servers use secure authentication and access controls
Regular security audits and monitoring are conducted
Technical data cannot be used to identify individual users
No user accounts or profiles are created from collected data
No tracking across other apps or websites
No building of personal usage profiles
Only essential technical data for app improvement is collected
No collection of personal, financial, or sensitive information
No access to your personal files, contacts, or other apps
Data collection can be disabled in app settings (with reduced functionality)
Technical data is used solely for app improvement and bug fixes
No commercial use of technical data for advertising or marketing
No sharing of technical data with third parties for non-technical purposes
Data analysis focuses on app performance, not user behavior
When you download our App from app stores (Apple App Store, Google Play, etc.), those platforms may collect information according to their own privacy policies. We do not have access to or control over such data collection.
We may share anonymized technical data with trusted service providers who help us:
Analytics platforms for app performance analysis
Crash reporting services for debugging and error resolution
Cloud infrastructure providers for secure data storage and processing
Development tools for app optimization and testing
These providers:
Only receive anonymized, non-personal technical data
Are bound by strict confidentiality agreements
Cannot use the data for their own commercial purposes
Must delete data when services are no longer needed
Since we do not collect any personal information, our App is inherently compliant with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar international regulations.
No data collection from users of any age
No chat features or user-generated content sharing
No online interactions with other users
No advertising or promotional content
Under the General Data Protection Regulation:
Legal Basis for Data Processing:
Technical data collection is based on our legitimate interest in providing and improving our services
No personal data is processed, so most GDPR obligations do not apply
Technical data is anonymized and cannot identify individuals
Your Rights:
Since no personal data is collected, individual data subject rights are generally not applicable
You can disable technical data collection in app settings
You can request information about our data practices
You can contact us with any privacy concerns
Data Protection:
Technical data is processed securely and anonymously
No profiling or automated decision-making occurs
Data is retained only as long as necessary for technical purposes
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
We collect technical information but no personal information as defined by CCPA
Technical data is anonymized and cannot identify California residents
We do not sell any information to third parties
You can request to opt-out of technical data collection through app settings
App settings and preferences: Retained until you uninstall the app or reset settings
Game save data: Retained until you delete it manually
Cache and temporary files: May be cleared periodically by the system
Crash reports: Retained for 12 months or until issues are resolved
Performance analytics: Retained for up to 24 months for trend analysis
Aggregated statistics: May be retained longer for long-term improvement planning
All technical data: Automatically deleted after retention periods
Uninstalling the app removes all local data from your device
App settings include option to disable technical data collection
Contact us if you want information about technical data deletion
Technical data is anonymized, so individual deletion requests may not be applicable
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Since our fundamental approach of not collecting data is unlikely to change, updates will typically involve:
Clarifications to existing policies
Legal requirement updates
Contact information changes
Material changes will be communicated through:
App update notifications
In-app notices
Website posting
Limited data availability: We only have anonymized technical data, not personal information
Legal requests: We will comply with valid legal requests for technical data where applicable
Data limitations: Technical data cannot identify individual users
Transparency: We will notify users of legal requests where legally permitted
Legitimate Interest: Technical data collection is based on our legitimate interest in providing stable, high-quality software
No Consent Required: Processing of anonymized technical data does not require explicit user consent
Balancing Test: Our interest in app improvement is balanced against minimal privacy impact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:
PocketEmu Team
Email: support@pocket-emu.com
This Privacy Policy reflects our commitment to protecting your personal privacy while improving app quality through anonymized technical insights.
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