Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 30, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to InnerWords. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our word puzzle game.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide:

Player name (when submitting scores to the leaderboard)
Game scores and turn history

Information automatically collected:

IP address (for analytics and abuse prevention)
Browser type and user agent
Game usage statistics (visits, plays, challenge completions)
LocalStorage data (game preferences, session data)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Display your scores on public leaderboards
Track unique visitors and engagement metrics
Prevent abuse, spam, and fraudulent score submissions
Improve the game experience and features
Send email notifications to the admin when scores are submitted
Maintain game session data and preferences

4. Data Retention

We retain leaderboard scores and player names indefinitely to maintain historical records and rankings. IP addresses are stored for analytics purposes and may be periodically reviewed or deleted. Session data in localStorage persists until you clear your browser data.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except:

Public leaderboards display player names and scores
Service providers (Convex for database, Resend for email notifications)
When required by law or to protect our legal rights

6. Cookies and Local Storage

We use browser localStorage (not traditional cookies) to store game preferences, admin sessions, and cookie consent status. This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless you actively submit game data.

7. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

You have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Deletion: Request deletion of your data from our systems
Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Opt-out: Decline analytics tracking (though this may limit functionality)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: 8frwg2pq99@privaterelay.appleid.com

8. Children's Privacy

InnerWords is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us immediately.

9. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, including secure database storage with Convex, HTTPS encryption, and access controls. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed and stored in servers located in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using InnerWords, you consent to this transfer.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact Us

For questions about this privacy policy or to exercise your data rights, contact:

Email: 8frwg2pq99@privaterelay.appleid.com

By using InnerWords, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.