Introduction
Captain Fripp's Lost Treasures ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("the App"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the App.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
When you create an account and use the App, we collect the following information:
- Name: Your display name provided during account registration to personalize your treasure hunting experience
- Email Address: Used to create and manage your account, enable sign-in functionality, and send important account-related communications
- User ID: A unique identifier automatically generated when you register for the App
- Join Date: The date and time your account was created for account management purposes
Gameplay and Activity Data
We collect the following data related to your use of the App:
- Registered Hunts: Information about treasure hunts you have registered for
- Treasures Found: Records of treasures you have discovered and completed
- Total Finds: Your overall treasure discovery statistics
- Progress Data: Your advancement through the game and related achievements
- Messages: Comments and messages you leave on treasures (visible to other users as part of the App's social features)
- Admin Status: An internal flag indicating whether your account has administrative privileges (most accounts are set to "false")
Information We Do NOT Collect
We do not collect the following types of information:
- Financial information or payment data
- Health or medical information
- Precise location data (the App may request location permissions for map functionality, but we do not store precise location data)
- Biometric data
- Sensitive personal information beyond what is necessary for the App's core functionality
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Core App Functionality
- Account Management: Create, maintain, and manage your user account
- Authentication: Enable secure sign-in and account access
- Gameplay Features: Allow you to register for treasure hunts and track your progress
- Social Features: Enable you to leave messages on treasures and interact with other users
- Administrative Functions: Distinguish between regular users and administrators
App Improvement
- Analytics: Understand how users interact with the App to improve functionality
- Bug Fixes: Identify and resolve technical issues
- Feature Development: Develop new features based on user needs and preferences
Communication
- Account Notifications: Send important updates about your account or the App
- Support: Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Do NOT Share Your Personal Information
We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
Limited Sharing for App Functionality
- Public Messages: Comments and messages you leave on treasures are visible to other App users as part of the social features
- Aggregate Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated statistics that cannot be used to identify individual users
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
- Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
- Government requests
- Protection of our rights, property, or safety
- Protection of our users' rights, property, or safety
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption: Data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
- Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
- Regular Updates: Keeping our systems and security measures up to date
However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as:
- Your account remains active
- We need it to provide you with our services
- Required by law or for legitimate business purposes
You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time (see "Your Rights" section below).
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we have about you
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and all associated data
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Account Deletion
To request deletion of your account and all associated data, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. Upon verification of your identity, we will:
- Delete your account
- Remove your name, email, and gameplay records
- Process the deletion within 30 days of your request
Communication Preferences
You can opt out of non-essential communications by:
- Unsubscribing from emails using the unsubscribe link
- Contacting us directly to update your communication preferences
Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for 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 immediately.
International Users
If you are accessing the App from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated Privacy Policy in the App
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Sending you an email notification for significant changes
Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Services
The App may integrate with third-party services (such as Firebase for authentication and data storage). These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Website: https://captainfrippappsupport.com/
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all information collected by Captain Fripp's Lost Treasures.