1. Introduction

Welcome to XO Clash ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application XO Clash (the "App").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Display Name: Optional nickname for multiplayer games
• Game Preferences: Sound settings, difficulty level, theme preferences
• In-App Purchases: Transaction records for purchases made within the App

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Game Data: Game statistics, scores, achievements, and progress
• Usage Data: How you interact with the App, features used, time spent
• Advertising ID: Google Advertising ID for personalized ads (can be reset or opted out)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Google Play Games: If you sign in, we access your Google Play Games profile for leaderboards and cloud saves
• Firebase: Anonymous analytics and crash reports

3. How We Use Your Information

Purpose	Data Used
Provide gameplay features	Game data, preferences
Save your progress	Game statistics, achievements
Display advertisements	Advertising ID, device info
Process purchases	Transaction data
Improve the App	Usage data, crash reports
Leaderboards	Display name, scores

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

4.1 Google AdMob

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use data for personalized advertising. You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings.

Google Privacy Policy

4.2 Google Play Games Services

If you choose to sign in with Google Play Games, we use it for:

• Cloud save functionality
• Leaderboards
• Achievements

Google Privacy Policy

4.3 Firebase (Google)

We use Firebase for:

• Real-time multiplayer functionality
• Anonymous analytics
• Crash reporting

Firebase Privacy Policy

4.4 Google Play Billing

In-app purchases are processed through Google Play. We do not store your payment information.

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• Game progress is stored locally on your device
• Cloud saves are encrypted and stored securely via Google Play Games
• We do not store sensitive personal information on our servers
• Multiplayer game data is temporarily stored in Firebase during active games

6. Data Retention

• Local Data: Retained until you uninstall the App or clear app data
• Cloud Saves: Retained in your Google Play Games account until you delete them
• Analytics: Aggregated data retained for up to 14 months
• Multiplayer Data: Deleted after game session ends

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: View your game data within the App
• Delete: Clear all local data by uninstalling the App or clearing app data in device settings
• Opt-out of Personalized Ads: Adjust in your device's Google settings
• Reset Advertising ID: Available in your device settings
• Disconnect Google Play Games: Revoke access in your Google account settings

8. Children's Privacy Important

XO Clash is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or applicable age in your jurisdiction).

• We do not require account creation or personal information to play
• Advertisements shown comply with Google's family-safe ad policies
• If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the App, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

10. Changes to This 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 policy
• Posting a notice within the App for significant changes

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR including:

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing