Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Rainty Square Entertainment ("we", "our", or "us") operates the mobile game Space Shooter: Star Elite (the "Game"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Game.

By using the Game, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Game.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Username
• Email address
• Encrypted password

2.2 Gameplay Data

We automatically collect gameplay information, including:

• High scores and stage progress
• Coins earned and spent
• Ships owned, equipped, and their levels
• Energy/stamina usage
• Game settings and preferences

2.3 Device Information

We may collect device information such as:

• Device type and operating system
• Unique device identifiers
• IP address (for regional leaderboards)

2.4 Third-Party Services

If you connect your Google account, we receive your Google profile ID to link your account. We do not access your Google contacts, emails, or other personal data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Game Functionality: To operate the Game, save your progress, and sync data across devices.
• Leaderboards: To display your username and scores on public leaderboards.
• Account Management: To manage your account, authenticate logins, and provide customer support.
• Improvement: To analyze gameplay patterns and improve the Game experience.
• Communication: To send important updates about the Game or your account (we do not send marketing emails unless you opt in).

4. Advertising

The Game may display advertisements through third-party ad networks (such as Google AdMob). These networks may collect and use certain data to serve personalized or non-personalized ads. You can choose to watch rewarded video ads to earn in-game coins. This is entirely optional.

For more information about how ad networks handle your data, please refer to their respective privacy policies.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encrypted password storage (bcrypt hashing)
• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• JWT-based authentication tokens
• Regular security reviews

The Game also stores data locally on your device for offline play. This local data is synced with our servers when a connection is available.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with:

• Leaderboards: Your username and scores are publicly visible on in-game and website leaderboards.
• Ad Partners: Limited device data may be shared with advertising partners to serve ads.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required by law or to protect our rights.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Delete your account and associated data by contacting us.
• Withdraw Consent for data processing at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address below.

8. Children's Privacy

The Game is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

9. Offline Mode

The Game supports offline play. When playing offline, your data is stored locally on your device. No data is transmitted to our servers until a connection is re-established, at which point pending actions are synced automatically.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the Game and on our website. Changes are effective when posted.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Website: raintysquare.com/contact
• Facebook: facebook.com/raintysquare
• Instagram: @rainty_square