Privacy Policy

TapSpell - Tap. Drag. Spell. Win!

Effective Date: May 1, 2026

Last Updated: May 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy applies to the TapSpell mobile application ("Application"), available on iOS and Android, developed by the TapSpell Team. By using the Application, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information Collection and Use

The Application may collect certain information automatically when you download and use it, including:

Your device's IP address and device model
Usage data (levels completed, game modes played, scores achieved, session duration)
App settings and preferences
Operating system version (iOS / Android)
Crash reports and diagnostic data for app stability

Content You Provide

What We Collect

Game progress data (levels reached, scores, streaks, and completion history)
Daily challenge participation and streak count
Hint usage and audio preference settings
Subscription and account information
Feedback or support messages you send us

How We Use This Data

To save and restore your game progress across sessions and devices
To track and display your weekly and all-time scores
To maintain your daily challenge streak
To improve the quality and difficulty balance of game levels
To troubleshoot technical issues and improve app performance
To analyze usage patterns and enhance the learning experience
To process and manage your subscription

Children's Privacy

Designed for Young Learners — Extra Protection: TapSpell is designed for children and young learners. We take children's privacy very seriously:

We do not collect names, email addresses, or personal identifiers from child users directly
We do not display behaviorally targeted advertising
We do not enable in-app chat or social features
Game progress data is stored securely and never sold to third parties
No photos, voice recordings, or personal media are collected from users
All data transmissions are encrypted using industry-standard protocols

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to help operate and improve the application. These services may have access to anonymized or aggregated data only.

The Application uses the following third-party services:

RevenueCat (for subscription management on iOS and Android)
Apple Analytics / Firebase (for app performance monitoring)
Crashlytics (for stability reporting and bug tracking)
Cloud Storage Services (for game progress backup and sync)

Platform-Specific Information

iOS (Apple App Store)

Subscriptions are managed through your Apple ID and App Store account
Apple may collect diagnostic and usage data in accordance with their own privacy policy
iCloud backup may include app data if enabled on your device

Android (Google Play Store)

Subscriptions are managed through your Google account and Google Play
Google may collect diagnostic and usage data in accordance with their own privacy policy
Google Drive backup may include app data if enabled on your device

Data Storage and Security

Local & Cloud Storage

Your game progress and preferences are stored locally on your device and optionally synced to the cloud for backup.
We do not sell your personal information or game data to third parties.
All data transmissions are encrypted using industry-standard protocols (TLS 1.3).

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Opt-Out Rights

You may stop data collection at any time by:

Uninstalling the application from your device
Requesting account and data deletion via support (email below)
Disabling analytics in the app settings
Deleting your game progress and score history within the app

Data Retention

We retain user data as long as you use the app and maintain an active account. If you delete the app, local data is removed from your device. You can request complete deletion of any cloud-synced data by contacting support. Game progress and score history remain stored until you explicitly delete it or request account deletion. Subscription data is retained by the App Store or Google Play provider for billing history in accordance with their policies.

Age Restrictions

Age Requirement: This app is designed for users aged 4 and older and is appropriate for children of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children. Parents and guardians are encouraged to review our privacy practices. If you believe personal information has been collected from a child without consent, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access to your personal data and game progress history
Correction of inaccurate data
Deletion of your data (including all progress and scores)
Objection to data processing
Data portability (export your game history)
Restriction of processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address below.

International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. For significant changes, we will notify you through the app or via email.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our privacy practices or want to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Email: support@tapspell.app
Subject Line: Privacy Policy Inquiry - TapSpell
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

For Data Deletion Requests:

Please include your account details and specify whether you want to delete:

All account data and game progress (full deletion)
Specific score or progress data only
Account data while preserving progress for export

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