Privacy policy

Last updated: December 31, 2025

1. Introduction

Rip Vertices Studio we respects the privacy of our users ("user" or "you"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application "ScrollQuest" (the "Application"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last updated" date of this Privacy Policy. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates.

2. Collection of Your Information

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect via the Application depends on the content and materials you use, and includes:

A. Personal Data

To use certain features of the Application (e.g., Cloud Save), you may voluntarily sign in with your Google Account. We collect the following information from your Google Profile:

*   Email address

*   First name and last name

*   Profile picture

This data is used solely to authenticate you and synchronize your game progress across devices.

B. Derivative Data

Information our servers automatically collect when you access the Application, such as your native actions that are integral to the Application, including:

*   Game progress and statistics (e.g., levels completed, XP earned)

*   Vocabulary lists ("Grimoire") saved within the Application

*   Device information (e.g., device model, operating system version) for diagnostics

*   Application crash reports and performance data

C. Advertising Data

When you use the Application, third-party advertising networks may collect:

*   Your device's Advertising ID (GAID on Android)

*   General location data (country/region level)

*   App usage data for ad personalization

You can reset your Advertising ID or opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings:

*   Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Reset advertising ID or Delete advertising ID

D. Financial Data

We do not collect any financial information. All payments (if any) are processed directly through the Google Play Store. We do not have access to your payment card details.

3. Use of Your Information

Having accurate information about you permits us to provide you with a smooth, efficient, and customized experience. We use information collected about you via the Application to:

*   Create and manage your account.

*   Synchronize your game data (saves, vocabulary) between your devices using Firebase Firestore.

*   Compile anonymous statistical data and analysis for use internally using Firebase Analytics.

*   Display advertisements to you through Google AdMob.

*   Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve your experience with the Application.

*   Diagnose and fix technical issues.

*   Prevent fraudulent transactions, monitor against theft, and protect against criminal activity.

4. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share information we have collected about you in certain situations. Your information may be disclosed as follows:

A. Third-Party Service Providers

We share your information with third parties that perform services for us or on our behalf, including:

*   Google Firebase: For authentication, database hosting (Firestore), and analytics.

    Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

*   Google AdMob: To display advertisements. AdMob may use your device's advertising ID to show personalized ads.

    Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

*   Google Play Services: For app distribution and in-app purchases.

    Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

B. By Law or to Protect Rights

If we believe the release of information about you is necessary to respond to legal process, to investigate or remedy potential violations of our policies, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of others, we may share your information as permitted or required by any applicable law, rule, or regulation.

C. Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice in the Application of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

*   Account data: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion.

*   Game progress data: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion.

*   Analytics data: Retained for up to 14 months in aggregate, anonymized form.

*   Advertising data: Managed by third-party ad networks according to their retention policies.

You can delete your cloud data at any time through the Application settings.

6. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.

Specifically, our servers and third-party service providers (Google Firebase, Google AdMob) operate in the United States and other countries. This means that when we collect your information, we may process it in any of these countries.

We have taken appropriate safeguards to require that your personal information will remain protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy, including the use of Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

7. Security of Your Information

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse.

Security measures we employ include:

*   Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)

*   Secure authentication through Google Sign-In

*   Regular security assessments of our systems

8. Policy for Children

We do not knowingly solicit information from or market to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Economic Area). If you become aware of any data we have collected from children under the applicable age, please contact us using the contact information provided below. We will take steps to delete such information from our servers.

If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we can take necessary actions.

9. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Rip Vertices Studio aims to take reasonable steps to allow you to correct, amend, delete, or limit the use of your Personal Data.

You have the following rights:

*   The right to access: You can request copies of your personal data.

*   The right to rectification: You can request that we correct inaccurate or complete incomplete information.

*   The right to erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data. You can also delete your cloud data directly within the Application settings.

*   The right to restrict processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.

*   The right to data portability: You can request that we transfer your data to another organization or directly to you.

*   The right to object: You can object to our processing of your personal data.

*   The right to withdraw consent: If we rely on your consent to process your personal information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Legal Basis for Processing (EEA Users):

*   Consent: When you sign in with Google or agree to personalized ads.

*   Contract: To provide you with the Application services.

*   Legitimate Interests: To improve our Application and prevent fraud.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

*   Right to Know: You can request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.

*   Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

*   Right to Correct: You can request correction of inaccurate personal information.

*   Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information. Note: We do not sell your personal information in the traditional sense, but sharing data with advertising partners may constitute a "sale" under CCPA.

*   Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To opt out of personalized advertising, you can:

*   Adjust your device's advertising settings

*   Contact us to request opt-out

California Civil Code Section 1798.83, also known as the "Shine The Light" law, permits our users who are California residents to request and obtain from us, once a year and free of charge, information about categories of personal information (if any) we disclosed to third parties for direct marketing purposes.

To make any of these requests, please contact us using the information provided below.

11. Advertising and Opt-Out Choices

The Application displays advertisements through Google AdMob. These ads may be personalized based on your interests, app usage, and other data.

To opt out of personalized advertising:

*   On Android: Go to Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

*   You can also reset your Advertising ID in the same settings menu

Please note that opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will stop seeing ads. You will still see ads, but they may be less relevant to your interests.

For more information about how Google uses data from apps that use their services, visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

12. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. The Application does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals.

13. Third-Party Websites and Services

The Application may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

*   Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy

*   Sending you an email notification (if we have your email address)

*   Displaying a notice within the Application

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions, comments, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Rip Vertices Studio

Email: ripvertices96@gmail.com

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also contact the relevant data protection authority in your country.

If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concern, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.