Worldle privacy policy

1. Introduction

worldle ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website (https://www.worldle.me/), our mobile applications (worldle and Boggle available on Apple App Store and Google Play Store), and related services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Information that identifies you as an individual, such as your name, email address, phone number, or other contact details, when you sign up or interact with our website.
Account Information: Details related to your account on worldle, such as preferences or subscription details.
Technical Information: Information about your device and usage of our website and mobile applications, including IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, mobile device identifiers, app version, and referring URLs.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies or similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve our services, website, and mobile app functionality.
To communicate with you about updates, promotions, or customer support inquiries.
To analyze website and app usage and user behavior for performance optimization.
To personalize your gaming experience and save your progress in our mobile applications.
To comply with legal obligations or protect our legal rights.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information in the following situations:

Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors who provide services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, or marketing.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or enforce our terms of use.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us analyze user behavior, customize content, and improve site performance. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and review the personal data we have collected about you.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Withdraw consent for data processing, where applicable.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party websites before providing any personal information.

9. Mobile Applications

When you use our mobile applications (worldle and Boggle) available on Apple App Store and Google Play Store, we may collect additional information:

Game Progress: Your game statistics, scores, achievements, and progress are stored locally on your device and may be synced with our servers if you create an account.
App Analytics: We use analytics services to understand app usage patterns, crash reports, and performance metrics to improve your gaming experience.
In-App Purchases: If you make purchases within our apps, the transaction is processed by the respective app store (Apple or Google). We do not store your payment information.
Push Notifications: With your permission, we may send you push notifications about game updates, daily puzzles, or achievements.

You can manage app permissions and data collection through your device settings. Uninstalling our apps will remove all locally stored data from your device.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services, including our mobile applications, are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected], and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Platform-Specific Terms

Apple App Store: When using our iOS applications, additional terms may apply as required by Apple's App Store policies. Your use of our iOS apps is also subject to Apple's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Google Play Store: When using our Android applications, additional terms may apply as required by Google Play policies. Your use of our Android apps is also subject to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website. Please review this page periodically to stay informed about how we handle your personal information.