<h1>Privacy Policy</h1>
<p><strong>Last updated: April 20, 2026</strong></p>
<p>This Privacy Policy describes how <strong>VineStudiosGames</strong> ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use <strong>Vine Kingdom</strong> ("Service").</p>
<p>The publisher of this application is <strong>SyntaxError</strong>.</p>
<p>By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.</p>
<h2>Interpretation and Definitions</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Application</strong> refers to Vine Kingdom.</li>
<li><strong>Company</strong> refers to VineStudiosGames.</li>
<li><strong>Device</strong> means any device that can access the Service.</li>
<li><strong>Personal Data</strong> means any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.</li>
<li><strong>Service</strong> refers to the Application.</li>
<li><strong>You</strong> means the user of the Service.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Information We Collect</h2>
<h3>Platform Data (Meta)</h3>
<p>When using our application on Meta platforms, we may receive:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>User ID:</strong> Used for account identification, multiplayer systems, saving progress, inventory (PlayFab), and moderation actions.</li>
<li><strong>User Age Group:</strong> Used to apply safety features and comply with platform requirements.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Usage Data</h3>
<p>We may collect technical data such as:</p>
<ul>
<li>Device information</li>
<li>IP address</li>
<li>Session activity</li>
<li>Crash logs and diagnostics</li>
</ul>
<h3>In-App Purchases</h3>
<p>Purchases are processed through Meta. We do not collect or store payment information.</p>
<h2>How We Use Your Data</h2>
<p>We use your data to:</p>
<ul>
<li>Provide and operate the Service</li>
<li>Support multiplayer networking and voice systems</li>
<li>Manage accounts, inventory, and purchases</li>
<li>Enforce moderation (bans, restrictions)</li>
<li>Improve performance and stability</li>
</ul>
<h2>Third-Party Services</h2>
<p>We use the following services:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Microsoft PlayFab</strong> – account management, inventory, backend systems</li>
<li><strong>Photon Engine</strong> – multiplayer networking and voice communication</li>
</ul>
<p>These services only process data as necessary to provide their functionality.</p>
<h2>Data Retention</h2>
<p>We retain data only as long as necessary to operate the Service, comply with legal obligations, and enforce policies.</p>
<h2>Your Rights (Including Data Deletion)</h2>
<p>All users, regardless of location, have the right to request deletion of their personal data.</p>
<p>You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us:</p>
<ul>
<li>Email: vinekingdom608@gmail.com</li>
</ul>
<p>When requesting deletion, please include your <strong>User ID</strong> so we can identify your account.</p>
<p>We will process deletion requests within a reasonable timeframe. Deleting your data may result in loss of access to the Service, including progress and purchased items.</p>
<h2>Children’s Privacy</h2>
<p>We rely on Meta-provided age group data to apply appropriate protections.</p>
<p>We do not knowingly collect additional personal data from children outside of platform-provided information. If we become aware of improper data collection, we will delete it.</p>
<p>Parents or guardians may contact us to request deletion of a child's data.</p>
<h2>Security</h2>
<p>We take reasonable measures to protect your data, but no system is completely secure.</p>
<h2>Changes to This Privacy Policy</h2>
<p>We may update this Privacy Policy. Updates will be posted here.</p>
<h2>Contact Us</h2>
<p>Email: vinekingdom608@gmail.com</p>