Privacy Policy

Effective date: 27 June 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Catch the Cup (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use our mobile game on iOS and Android.

By using the app, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account and identity data

When you use the app, we may create or use a Firebase account through:

  • Apple Game Center (iOS)
  • Google Play Games (Android)
  • Anonymous sign-in (if you have not linked a games platform account)

This may include:

  • A unique user ID (Firebase UID)
  • Your games platform player identifier (when linked)
  • Sign-in provider information (e.g. Game Center, Play Games, anonymous)

We do not require your email address or password to play.

2.2 Gameplay and usage data

We collect information about how you use the app, including:

  • App opens and screen views
  • Game events such as game start and game over
  • Gameplay statistics sent to analytics (e.g. score, ball score, total score, whether a rewarded continue was used)
  • Audio preference toggles (music/SFX on or off) while the app is running

2.3 Device and diagnostic data

To keep the app stable and secure, we collect:

  • Crash reports and error logs (via Firebase Crashlytics)
  • Device model, operating system version, app version
  • Technical logs related to app performance and failures

2.4 Advertising data

The app displays rewarded video ads through Google AdMob when you choose to watch an ad (for example, to continue a run after game over).

AdMob and its partners may collect:

  • Advertising identifiers (such as IDFA on iOS or Advertising ID on Android, where permitted)
  • Device and network information
  • Ad interaction data

This is used to deliver, measure, and improve ads. On iOS, if applicable, we may request your permission through Apple's App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework before certain tracking occurs.

2.5 Data we do not collect

We do not currently collect:

  • Your real name or email (unless you provide it to us separately)
  • Precise GPS location
  • Photos, contacts, or microphone recordings
  • Payment card details (in-app purchases are not yet offered in the app)

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and operate the game
  • Authenticate and link your account across sessions
  • Save progress and support future features (such as leaderboards and profiles)
  • Analyze gameplay and improve the app
  • Detect, diagnose, and fix crashes and bugs
  • Show rewarded ads you choose to watch
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services that process data on our behalf. Each provider has its own privacy policy:

We do not sell your personal information.

5. Legal Basis (EEA/UK users)

If you are in the European Economic Area or UK, we process data based on:

  • Contract — to provide the game and account features
  • Legitimate interests — analytics, security, and app improvement
  • Consent — where required for ads/tracking (e.g. ATT on iOS)

6. KVKK (Türkiye)

If you are in Türkiye, your personal data is processed under Law No. 6698 (KVKK) for the purposes above. You may exercise your rights under Article 11 of KVKK (see Section 9).

7. Children's Privacy

Catch the Cup is not directed at children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us data, contact us and we will delete it.

8. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary:

  • Account data: while your account exists or as needed for the service
  • Analytics: per Firebase/Google retention settings
  • Crash logs: typically up to 90 days (Firebase default)
  • Ad data: per Google AdMob policies

You may request deletion of your account-related data (see Section 9).

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your data
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Withdraw consent (where processing is consent-based)
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact: joxgames.dev@gmail.com

For Game Center / Play Games account management, you may also use your Apple or Google account settings.

Account and Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated personal data at any time.

What we delete

  • Your Firebase account (anonymous, Game Center, or Play Games-linked)
  • Gameplay and analytics data linked to your user ID, where technically possible
  • Crash reports associated with your account or device identifiers, where identifiable

What may remain temporarily

  • Aggregated or anonymized analytics that cannot identify you
  • Data we must retain for legal, tax, or fraud-prevention purposes
  • Backup copies deleted within our providers' standard retention windows (typically up to 90 days)

How to request deletion

Send an email to joxgames.dev@gmail.com with the subject: “Catch the Cup – Account Deletion Request”

Include:

  • The platform you play on (iOS or Android)
  • Your Firebase User ID if you know it (optional but speeds up the process)
  • A brief note that you want your account and data deleted

We will confirm your request by email and complete deletion within 30 days (usually sooner).

If you signed in with Game Center or Play Games, you may also manage or disconnect your platform account in your Apple ID / Google account settings. Deleting the platform link does not automatically delete all data we hold; please email us if you want full deletion.

10. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your own (including the United States), where Google, Apple, and their servers operate. Appropriate safeguards are applied by these providers under their terms and applicable law.

11. Security

We use industry-standard measures through Firebase and platform providers. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version with a new effective date. Continued use of the app after changes means you accept the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

JOX GAMES

Email: joxgames.dev@gmail.com

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