Privacy Policy - Matching Card Memory Game

Quick Summary: Matching Card Memory Game is an offline brain training game. We do not collect, store, or share any personal information. The game works 100% offline, has no ads SDK that tracks children, no login, and no in-app purchases that collect data. Safe for all ages.

1. Introduction

Welcome to Matching Card Memory Game ("we", "our", "us", "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our Android application available on Google Play Store.

By downloading and using Matching Card Memory Game, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

Developer: Adeel.Ahsan
App Name: Matching Card Memory Game
Package: com.multan.memorymatch
Platform: Android - Google Play Store
Contact: adeelahsan146@gmail.com

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

Matching Card Memory Game is designed with privacy-first principles. We do NOT collect:

❌ Names, email addresses, phone numbers
❌ Precise location (GPS)
❌ Photos, camera, microphone access
❌ Contacts or call logs
❌ Device advertising ID for tracking
❌ Financial information or payment details
❌ Any personal information from children

✅ What stays on your device only (local storage):

Game settings (theme, difficulty, sound on/off)
Local high score, moves, time taken (stored in browser localStorage / app cache, never uploaded)
Game progress for current session

This data never leaves your device and is deleted if you uninstall the App.

3. Permissions

The App may request only minimal permissions required to function:

Permission	Purpose	Required?
INTERNET (optional)	Only if we add future cloud save - currently NOT used. Game works fully offline.	No
VIBRATE (optional)	Haptic feedback on card match (if enabled in future)	No
WAKE_LOCK	Keep screen on during game (prevent sleep)	Optional

We do NOT request permissions for Camera, Location, Contacts, Storage, Microphone.

4. Third-Party Services & SDKs

Current Version (v1.0):

No third-party SDKs are integrated. No Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics, Facebook SDK, or advertising networks.

If Ads are added in future:

If we integrate Google AdMob or similar in future updates, we will:

Update this Privacy Policy before release
Use only Google Play Certified ad SDKs for Families program
Ensure ads are appropriate for children and do not collect personal data
Comply with Google Play Families Ads Policy

5. Offline Functionality

Matching Card Memory Game works completely offline. No internet connection is required to play. No data is transmitted to our servers because we have no servers for this game.

6. Data Security

Since we do not collect personal data, there is no risk of personal data breach from our side. Local game data is stored using standard Android local storage mechanisms and is sandboxed to your device.

7. Data Retention & Deletion

As no personal data is collected on our servers, there is nothing to retain. Local data is automatically deleted when you:

Clear app data in Android Settings > Apps > Matching Card Memory Game > Storage > Clear Data
Uninstall the App

8. 👶 Children's Privacy - COPPA & Google Play Families Policy

🛡️ Designed for Families - Child Safe Game

Matching Card Memory Game is suitable for children and complies with:

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) - USA
Google Play Families Policy
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - EU - Age appropriate design
Google Play's Designed for Families program requirements

8.1 Age Rating

Our App is rated for Everyone (E) / 3+ on Google Play. It contains:

✅ No violence, no scary content
✅ No in-app purchases that children can accidentally make
✅ No chat, no user-generated content, no social features
✅ No links to external websites (except Privacy Policy)
✅ No collection of children's personal information

8.2 We Do NOT Collect Data From Children

We fully comply with COPPA. We do NOT knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age, or under 16 where GDPR applies.

We do NOT ask children for name, email, age, or any personal details
We do NOT have registration, login, or account creation
We do NOT have chat rooms, forums, or ability for children to share information publicly
We do NOT use behavioral advertising targeted to children
We do NOT collect device identifiers for tracking children across apps

8.3 Parental Rights

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us (which should be impossible in this offline game), please contact us immediately at adeelahsan146@gmail.com. We will investigate and delete any such information within 48 hours.

8.4 Google Play Families Declarations

For Google Play Console Families Section, we declare:

Target Age Groups: 5 and under, 6-8, 9-12, 13-15 (Educational brain game)
Appeals to Children: Yes, but also suitable for adults
Personal Information Collected from Children: NONE
Ads: Currently NO ADS. If added, will be from Google Play certified family-friendly ad SDKs only
In-App Purchases: None

8.5 Educational Value

Matching Card Memory Game provides educational benefits for children:

🧠 Improves memory and concentration
👁️ Enhances visual recognition
⚡ Develops cognitive speed (timed mode: 30s/50s/90s/120s)
😊 Safe screen time without ads or inappropriate content

9. International Users & GDPR

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with GDPR:

Legal Basis: No personal data processing, so no legal basis required
Data Controller: Adeel.Ahsan (Individual Developer)
Right to Access/Delete: Since no data is stored on servers, no action needed. Local data can be cleared from device.

10. California Privacy (CCPA)

We do not sell, rent, or share personal information. As we collect no personal information, CCPA rights are inherently respected.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the App (e.g., if we add optional online leaderboards in future). We will notify users by:

Updating the "Last Updated" date at top
Showing a pop-up notice on next app launch after update
Posting new policy on Google Play listing

Continued use after changes means you accept the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, children's privacy, or want to report a privacy concern:

Email: adeelahsan146@gmail.com
Developer: Adeel.Ahsan
Location: Multan, Punjab, Pakistan
App: Matching Card Memory Game
Google Play Developer Page: [Add your Play Store developer link]

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.

13. Consent

By using Matching Card Memory Game, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. For children, parental consent is implied by allowing the child to use the device to play this offline game.

Summary for Parents: Matching Card Memory Game is 100% safe. No internet needed. No ads tracking your child. No personal data collected. No chat. Just pure memory training with animals, food, and flags. Play with peace of mind.

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