Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 1, 2021

D Stokes NC Gaming Studio ("Company", "we", "us", "our") operates the mobile application [Your App Name] and the website https://dstokesncstudio.com. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services. This app may be used by children under the age of 13, and we comply with applicable child privacy laws (including COPPA in the United States).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Limited personal data (e.g., username, parent email) only if provided by a parent or guardian.
• Automatically Collected Information: Device type, operating system, app usage statistics, and crash reports.
• Location Data: If enabled by a parent or guardian, we may collect approximate location for gameplay or analytics purposes.
• Third-Party Data: Data collected by integrated services such as Google Firebase, AdMob (in child-directed mode), or Analytics (configured for child-compliance).

2. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verified parental consent. If we discover that personal information has been provided by a child without parental consent, we will delete it immediately. Parents or guardians may contact us to review, delete, or restrict the collection of their child’s data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the app and its features.
• Enhance gameplay and user experience.
• Perform analytics for performance improvements.
• Serve child-appropriate advertisements (AdMob in child-directed mode).

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

• Google Firebase & Analytics: For analytics and crash reporting (configured for child-directed use).
• AdMob: To serve age-appropriate ads (child-directed mode enabled).
• Service Providers: Assisting us with operations under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect safety and rights.

5. Parental Rights & Data Requests

Parents and guardians may:

• Request access to their child’s information.
• Request deletion of their child’s data.
• Refuse further collection or use of their child’s information.

6. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal requirements. Parents may request deletion at any time by contacting us.

7. Security

We use reasonable security measures (encryption, restricted access) to protect user data. However, no system is 100% secure.

8. Third-Party Services

Our app may use third-party SDKs (such as Google Firebase, AdMob, and Analytics). These services are configured for child-directed compliance. Please review their privacy policies for more details.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted at https://dstokesncstudio.com/Privacy.html with an updated date.

10. Contact Us

For questions or parental data requests, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Company: D Stokes NC Gaming Studio