Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 1, 2025
App Name:Crack The Code
Developer:Talkative Duck Games

1. Introduction

Thank you for using Crack The Code. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our mobile application.

By using Crack The Code, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We do not collect any personally identifiable information (PII) from users directly. However, our app uses Google AdMob to serve advertisements, which may collect and process certain data automatically.

Information Collected by AdMob

• Device information (such as model, OS version, network)
• IP address (used for coarse geolocation)
• Advertising identifiers (GAID or IDFA)
• App usage data (e.g., number of opens, time spent)
• Interaction with ads (e.g., impressions, clicks)

For more, visit Google’s Privacy & Terms.

3. How We Use Information

We use Google AdMob to:

• Serve relevant and non-intrusive ads
• Monitor and improve app performance
• Support the app’s free availability

We do not use your data for any other purpose.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or share your personal data. AdMob may process data independently under its own policies and legal bases.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA, we rely on your consent to process personal data via AdMob. You may grant or withdraw consent at any time via the app settings.

6. Children’s Privacy

This app is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in some regions). If you believe we've collected data from a child, please contact us so we can delete it.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access data
• Correct data
• Request deletion
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent

You can do this via the app settings or by contacting us directly.

8. Data Retention

We do not retain personal data. AdMob’s data retention is governed by Google’s retention policy.

9. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, but no digital platform is 100% secure.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy:

Email: thetalkativeduck@gmail.com

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy. Continued use of the app after updates means you accept the changes.

12. Additional Disclosures (for U.S. Users)

We comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We do not "sell" your personal information.

By using the Crack The Code app, you consent to this Privacy Policy.