Last Updated: 01/11/2025
Effective Date: 01/11/2025
Version: 1.0
Welcome to SORTED! ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and the privacy of children who use our application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you use the SORTED! mobile application (the "App").
SORTED! is designed as an educational game for children aged 5-10 to learn about waste segregation and environmental responsibility.
Local Profile Data:
Player name (optional, defaults to "Eco Player")
Game progress (levels completed, stars earned)
Game statistics (games played, scores, win rate)
Achievement/badge progress
Note: This information is stored locally on your device only and is not transmitted to our servers.
Google Play Games Services (Optional):
If you choose to sign in with Google Play Games, we may access:
Your Google Play Games display name
Your Google Play Games profile picture/avatar
Your Google Play Games player ID
This information is provided directly by Google Play Games Services and is used solely to personalize your in-game profile. We do not store this information on our servers; it is managed by Google.
Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Device Permissions:
Vibration: Used to provide haptic feedback during gameplay (e.g., when incorrect sorting occurs)
Internet Access: Required only if using Google Play Games integration; the game works offline without this feature
Information NOT Collected:
We do NOT collect device identifiers (IMEI, MAC address, etc.)
We do NOT track your location
We do NOT collect contact information
We do NOT collect payment information
We do NOT use analytics or tracking tools
We do NOT display advertisements
We do NOT collect any personal information from children
All game data is stored locally on your device using Android SharedPreferences. This includes:
Game Progress: To remember which levels you've completed and unlocked
Player Statistics: To display your achievements and progress
Settings & Preferences: To remember your choices within the app
Profile Information: Player name and avatar (from Google Play Games if signed in)
If you choose to sign in with Google Play Games:
Your display name and avatar are shown in the Profile screen
This data is cached locally for offline viewing
We use Google's APIs to retrieve this information
We do NOT store this data on our servers
You can disconnect Google Play Games at any time through your device settings
We do NOT sell, rent, or trade any user information
We do NOT share data with third parties for marketing purposes
We do NOT use third-party analytics services
We do NOT display advertisements or work with ad networks
We do NOT transmit your game data to any external servers
We may disclose information only in the following circumstances:
Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority
Safety & Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of users or the public
Business Transfer: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (users will be notified)
SORTED! is designed for children aged 5-10. We are committed to complying with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar regulations worldwide.
No Data Collection: We do NOT collect personal information from children
No Account Registration: Children can play without creating an account
Parental Control: Google Play Games sign-in requires parental consent through Google's existing mechanisms
No Third-Party Services: We do not integrate services that collect children's data (except optional Google Play Games)
No Advertising: We do NOT display ads or collect data for advertising purposes
Educational Purpose: The app is designed purely for educational purposes
Parents/guardians have the right to:
Review any information collected from their child
Request deletion of their child's data
Refuse further collection of their child's information
Disconnect Google Play Games integration
To exercise these rights, contact us at: [Your Contact Email]
All data is stored locally on your device using Android's secure SharedPreferences
Data is NOT synchronized to cloud services (unless you use Google Play Games)
Data is automatically deleted when you uninstall the app
We implement appropriate security measures to protect information:
Local Encryption: Device-level encryption provided by Android OS
No Network Transmission: Game data stays on your device
Secure APIs: Google Play Games uses secure, encrypted connections
No Server Storage: We do not maintain servers that store user data
Local Data: Stored until you uninstall the app or use the "Reset Profile" feature
Google Play Data: Managed by Google according to their retention policies
Data Deletion
You can delete your game data at any time by:
Using the “Reset Profile” button in the app’s Profile section
Uninstalling the app from your device
Contacting us at thevitruvianbeing@gmail.com if you need further help removing game data
Or using this form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewoPNaIEkta43LAwxyd0Mo2XXCCsgWr_HC6gs0Sp6YgqS7-g/viewform?usp=dialog
Uninstalling the app permanently removes all locally stored data.
You have the following rights regarding your data:
View Your Data: All your data is visible within the Profile screen
Delete Your Data: Use the "Reset Profile" button to delete all local game data
Disconnect Google Play: Sign out from Google Play Games in your device settings
Uninstall: Uninstalling the app permanently deletes all local data
To disconnect Google Play Games:
Open your device Settings
Go to Apps → SORTED!
Select "Clear Data" or "Clear Storage"
Or sign out from Google Play Games in your device's Google Settings
When you choose to sign in with Google Play Games, your use of that service is governed by:
Google Play Games Terms of Service: https://play.google.com/about/play-terms/
Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
We recommend reviewing Google's policies to understand how they collect and use your information.
We do NOT integrate any other third-party services, including:
Analytics platforms
Advertising networks
Social media integrations (other than Google Play Games)
Payment processors
Cloud storage services
All game data is stored locally on your device in your jurisdiction
If using Google Play Games, data may be transferred to Google's servers globally
We do NOT transfer data internationally ourselves
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
Our practices
Legal requirements
App functionality
Changes will be posted within the app
The "Last Updated" date will be revised
For material changes, we will provide prominent notice within the app
Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance
Version 1.0.0 - 01/11/2025 - Initial release
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data:
Email: thevitruvianbeing@gmail.com
Response Time: Within 7 business days
For Parent/Guardian Inquiries:
Data access requests
Data deletion requests
Questions about children's privacy
Concerns about data collection