Kinetic

Privacy Policy for KINETIC

Last Updated: November 24, 2024

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how KINETIC (“we”, “our”, or “the app”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application.

KINETIC is committed to protecting your privacy. This game is designed to be played entirely offline, and we take your privacy seriously.

Information We Collect

Information We DO NOT Collect

KINETIC does not collect, store, or transmit any personal information including but not limited to:

• ❌ Name, email address, or contact information
• ❌ Location data or GPS coordinates
• ❌ Device identifiers (IMEI, MAC address, etc.)
• ❌ Usage analytics or tracking data
• ❌ Payment information
• ❌ Social media profiles or contacts
• ❌ Photos, camera, or microphone access
• ❌ Any other personally identifiable information (PII)

Information Stored Locally on Your Device

The app stores the following data locally on your device only:

1. Game Progress
   • Current game state (cards in hand, grid positions)
   • Win/loss statistics
   • Unlocked decks and achievements
   • Player settings (difficulty, volume, preferences)
2. Tutorial Status
   • Whether you have completed the tutorial

Important: All data is stored locally using Android’s SharedPreferences and Hive database. This data:

• ✅ Never leaves your device
• ✅ Is not transmitted to any servers
• ✅ Is not shared with third parties
• ✅ Can be deleted by uninstalling the app

How We Use Your Information

Since we don’t collect any personal information, we cannot use it for any purpose. The local data stored on your device is used solely to:

• Save your game progress
• Remember your preferences
• Track your achievements and statistics
• Provide a personalized gaming experience

Third-Party Services

KINETIC does not use any third-party services, including:

• ❌ No advertising networks
• ❌ No analytics services (Google Analytics, Firebase, etc.)
• ❌ No social media integrations
• ❌ No cloud storage or backup services
• ❌ No payment processors (currently free)

The app is completely standalone and does not connect to the internet.

Children’s Privacy

KINETIC is designed to be safe for users of all ages, including children under 13 years old. Since we do not collect any personal information, we are in full compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Parents can feel confident that:

• No personal information is collected from children
• No online features require registration
• No communication with other players
• No in-app purchases (in current version)
• No advertisements

Data Security

Since all data is stored locally on your device and never transmitted:

• Your data is protected by your device’s security features
• We cannot access your data
• Your data cannot be intercepted during transmission (because there is no transmission)
• You have full control over your data

Your Data Rights

You have complete control over your data:

1. Access: All your data is stored locally on your device
2. Deletion: Uninstalling the app will delete all stored data
3. Portability: Data is not transferable (local storage only)
4. Correction: You can reset progress through the app settings

How to Delete Your Data

To completely remove all data:

1. Go to your device’s Settings
2. Navigate to Apps → KINETIC
3. Tap “Clear Data” or “Clear Storage”
4. Or simply uninstall the app

Permissions

KINETIC requests minimal permissions:

Permission	Purpose	Required?
None	The app requires no special permissions	N/A

Note: The app may request standard Android permissions that are automatically granted (e.g., internet permission for future updates, but currently unused).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy.

If we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the policy in the app
• Notify users through the app (if applicable)
• Post the updated policy on our distribution platform

Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Future Changes

If we introduce features that collect data in the future (such as online multiplayer, cloud saves, or analytics), we will:

1. Update this Privacy Policy
2. Notify users of the changes
3. Request explicit consent where required
4. Provide opt-out options
5. Maintain transparency about data collection

Compliance

This app complies with:

• ✅ GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - EU
• ✅ COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act) - USA
• ✅ CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) - USA
• ✅ Google Play Store privacy requirements
• ✅ Android privacy best practices

Contact Information

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

Email: blindrisestudio@gmail.com Developer: Blindrise Studio App: KINETIC - A Physics-Based Card Game

Legal Disclaimer

KINETIC is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. We are not responsible for:

• Loss of locally stored data due to device issues
• Data loss due to uninstalling the app
• Device security vulnerabilities

Your Consent

By using KINETIC, you consent to this Privacy Policy.

Summary (TL;DR)

• 🔒 Zero data collection - We don’t collect ANY personal information
• 📱 Local storage only - All data stays on your device
• 🚫 No third parties - No ads, analytics, or tracking
• 👶 Child-safe - Fully COPPA compliant
• 🎮 Offline game - No internet connection required
• ✅ Full control - Delete data anytime by uninstalling

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Version: 1.0 Effective Date: November 24, 2024 App Version: 1.0.0 (MVP)

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This privacy policy is designed to be transparent and user-friendly. We believe in respecting user privacy by not collecting data in the first place.