PRIVACY POLICY FOR SUM QUEST: MATH LINK PUZZLE
Effective Date: January 2026
Developer: Anurag Guleria
Email: anuraggulerria@gmail.com
App Name: Sum Quest: Math Link Puzzle
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1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Sum Quest: Math Link Puzzle ("we," "our," "the App," or "Sum Quest"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe gaming experience.
This Privacy Policy explains:
• What information we collect
• How we use collected information
• Your rights regarding your data
• How we protect your information
By downloading and using Sum Quest, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
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2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
2.1 INFORMATION WE DO NOT COLLECT
We DO NOT collect:
✗ Personal names
✗ Email addresses (unless you contact us)
✗ Phone numbers
✗ Physical addresses
✗ Payment information
✗ Contact lists
✗ Photos or camera access
✗ Location data
✗ Social media profiles
We DO NOT require account creation or login.
2.2 INFORMATION WE COLLECT
A. GAME DATA (Stored Locally on Your Device)
• Level progress and completion
• Game scores and statistics
• Stars earned per level
• Settings preferences (sound, vibration)
• Daily reward streak information
This data is stored ONLY on your device using encrypted local storage. We never transmit this data to our servers.
B. ADVERTISING DATA (Collected by Third Parties)
To support free gameplay, we use Google AdMob for advertisements. AdMob may collect:
• Device advertising identifier (non-personal)
• IP address
• Device type and model
• Operating system version
• App usage patterns (for ad relevance)
This information is collected by Google, not by us.
C. ANALYTICS DATA (Anonymous)
We may collect anonymous crash reports and performance data to improve the app:
• App crashes and errors
• Device performance metrics
• General usage statistics
This data is anonymized and cannot identify individual users.
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3. HOW WE USE INFORMATION
3.1 GAME DATA
• Save your progress locally
• Provide personalized gaming experience
• Track achievements and statistics
• Restore progress after app restart
3.2 ADVERTISING DATA (via Google AdMob)
• Display relevant advertisements
• Support free-to-play model
• Measure ad performance
3.3 ANALYTICS DATA
• Improve app stability
• Fix bugs and crashes
• Optimize performance
• Enhance user experience
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4. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
We use the following third-party service:
GOOGLE ADMOB (Advertising)
• Provider: Google LLC
• Purpose: Display advertisements
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Data Collected: Advertising ID, IP address, device info
• Your Control: Opt-out via device settings
We do NOT share any data with other third parties.
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5. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY
5.1 LOCAL STORAGE
All game progress is stored locally on your device using:
• Encrypted SharedPreferences (Android)
• Secure local database
• No cloud synchronization
• No server-side storage
5.2 SECURITY MEASURES
• Encrypted local data storage
• No transmission of personal data
• Secure coding practices
• Regular security updates
5.3 DATA RETENTION
• Game data: Until you uninstall the app or clear data
• Ad data: Managed by Google AdMob per their policy
• Analytics: Anonymized and retained as needed
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6. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY (COPPA COMPLIANCE)
Sum Quest is safe for children under 13.
We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act):
• No personal information collected from children
• No account creation required
• No social features or chat
• Age-appropriate content only
• Parental controls supported
Google AdMob serves age-appropriate ads and complies with:
• COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
• GDPR-K (Children's provisions)
• Family Ads Program policies
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7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
7.1 DATA ACCESS
You can view your game data through:
• Settings menu in the app
• Statistics screen
7.2 DATA DELETION
You can delete all data by:
• Uninstalling the app
• Using "Reset Progress" in Settings
• Clearing app data in device settings
7.3 OPT-OUT OF PERSONALIZED ADS
To opt-out of personalized advertising:
Android:
1. Open Settings
2. Go to Google → Ads
3. Enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization"
Alternatively:
1. Settings → Privacy → Ads
2. Delete Advertising ID
7.4 CONTACT US
For privacy concerns or data requests:
Email: anuraggulerria@gmail.com
Subject: "Sum Quest Privacy Request"
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8. INTERNATIONAL USERS
This app is available globally. By using Sum Quest, you consent to data processing as described in this policy.
FOR EU USERS (GDPR):
You have additional rights:
• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at anuraggulerria@gmail.com
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9. CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have:
• Right to know what data is collected
• Right to delete your data
• Right to opt-out of data "sale" (we don't sell data)
We do not sell personal information.
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10. PERMISSIONS USED
INTERNET (android.permission.INTERNET)
• Purpose: Load advertisements
• Required: Yes (for ads)
ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
• Purpose: Check internet connectivity for ads
• Required: Yes (for ads)
VIBRATE (android.permission.VIBRATE)
• Purpose: Haptic feedback during gameplay
• Required: No (optional, can be disabled in settings)
We do NOT request:
✗ Camera
✗ Microphone
✗ Location
✗ Contacts
✗ Storage (external)
✗ Phone state
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11. COOKIES AND TRACKING
We do not use cookies.
Third-party advertisers (Google AdMob) may use:
• Advertising cookies
• Device identifiers
• Tracking pixels
Managed per Google's privacy policy.
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12. DO NOT TRACK (DNT)
We respect Do Not Track signals. However, third-party ad networks may not.
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13. DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION
In the unlikely event of a data breach:
• We will notify affected users within 72 hours
• We will report to relevant authorities
• We will take immediate corrective action
Given our minimal data collection, breach risk is very low.
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14. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes will be indicated by:
• Updated "Last Updated" date
• In-app notification (for major changes)
• Posted on this page
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
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15. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions, concerns, or requests:
Developer: Anurag Guleria
Email: anuraggulerria@gmail.com
App: Sum Quest: Math Link Puzzle
Package: com.sum_quest.math_puzzle
Response time: Within 48 hours
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16. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GDPR)
We process data based on:
• Consent: You agree by using the app
• Legitimate Interest: Improving app performance
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with laws
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17. OFFLINE FUNCTIONALITY
Sum Quest works OFFLINE.
• No internet required for gameplay
• Ads require internet connection
• Game progress saved locally
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18. CONSENT
By downloading, installing, or using Sum Quest: Math Link Puzzle, you:
• Acknowledge you have read this Privacy Policy
• Understand our data practices
• Consent to data collection as described
• Agree to third-party ad serving (Google AdMob)
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19. DISCLAIMER
This app is provided "AS IS" without warranties.
• We strive for accuracy but don't guarantee it
• We're not liable for third-party actions
• Users play at their own discretion
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20. GOVERNING LAW
This Privacy Policy is governed by:
• Laws of India (developer location)
• Local laws where you reside
• International privacy standards (GDPR, CCPA)
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SUMMARY (TL;DR)
✅ We collect minimal data
✅ Game progress stored locally on your device
✅ Ads served by Google (standard practice)
✅ No personal information required
✅ Safe for children
✅ You can delete all data anytime
✅ Offline play supported
✅ Privacy-focused design
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Thank you for trusting Sum Quest with your gaming experience!
Last Updated: January 2026
Version: 1.0
For the latest version of this policy, visit the app's Settings → Privacy Policy section.
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