Privacy Policies & Terms of Use
Here you can review the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. The Privacy Policies will help you understand how your data is used when you are using the Words With Shapes app and this website. The Terms of Use define the rules for using the Words With Shapes app.
Privacy Policy for the Words With Shapes App
Effective Date: May 30 2023
Developer: Pixel Programming Inc.
This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Pixel Programming Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (referred to as “you” or “users”) of Words With Shapes (referred to as the “App”).
Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
When you sign up for an account in the App, we may collect certain personal information from you, including but not limited to:
Email address: We collect your email address to create and manage your account, provide customer support, and send important notifications regarding your account and the App.
Please note that we will never collect or store any sensitive personal information, such as your credit card details or social security number.
1.2 Non-Personal Information
In addition to personal information, we may also collect non-personal information about your use of the App. This may include:
Device Information: We may collect information about the type of device you use, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and other technical information for analytical purposes.
Log Data: Our servers automatically record certain information when you access or use the App. This may include your IP address, location, device event information, app usage data, and crash reports. This data helps us analyze trends, administer the App, and improve your overall experience.
How We Use Collected Information
We may use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To create and manage your account.
- To provide you with customer support and respond to your inquiries.
- To personalize your experience and improve the App.
- To send you important notifications and updates regarding your account or the App.
- To analyze usage trends and enhance the functionality of the App.
- To prevent fraud, protect the security of our users, and enforce our Terms of Service.
- To comply with legal obligations or enforce our rights.
Cookies and Pixel Tags/ Web Beacons
Our App may use cookies and pixel tags/web beacons to collect information about your use of the app and to improve your experience. These technologies may collect information such as your device type, IP address, and operating system.
We also use third-party service providers, such as Google AdMob and Firebase Analytics, that may use cookies and pixel tags/web beacons to serve ads and analyze user behavior. These service providers may collect information about your usage of our app and other websites to deliver targeted advertisements.
Third-Party Services
Our App utilizes the following third-party services, which may collect and process user information:
3.1 Google AdMob
We may display advertisements in the App using Google AdMob. AdMob collects certain data to provide personalized ads. This includes information about your device, such as the device type, IP address, and mobile advertising identifiers. For more information about how Google AdMob uses this data, please refer to their Privacy Policy.
3.2 Firebase Analytics, Crashlytics and Data Storage
We use Firebase, a service provided by Google, for analytics, error logging and data storage. Firebase may collect and process certain user information, including but not limited to app usage data, crash reports, and device information. This information helps us understand user behavior, improve the App, back up your game data when you create an account in the app and provide a better user experience. For more details about how Firebase handles data, please review Google’s Privacy Policy and Firebase Privacy Policy.
3.3 RevenueCat
We use RevenueCat, a service provided by RevenueCat Inc., for managing payment processing. RevenueCat may collect and process certain user information, including but not limited to app purchase data, device information, and email address. This information helps us process payments and provide a better user experience. For more details about how RevenueCat handles data, please review their Privacy Policy.
Push Notifications
Our App may use push notifications to send you updates, promotions, and other relevant information about our services. If you have opted-in to receive push notifications, we may use your device’s unique identifier to send you these messages.
You can choose to disable push notifications at any time through your device settings. Disabling push notifications will not affect your ability to use the app or access its features.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Non-personal information may be retained indefinitely for analytical purposes.
In the settings of our app, we provide users who have created an account with the option to delete their account data. By selecting this option, all personal information associated with the user’s account will be permanently deleted from Firebase backend. This includes email address and any other personal data collected during the account creation process. We want to ensure that users have full control over their data and respect their right to manage their information as they see fit.
GDPR Compliance
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We process your information in accordance with GDPR regulations and strive to ensure that your personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information that we hold. You may also have the right to restrict or object to our processing of your personal data, as well as the right to data portability.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights or have any questions about the processing of your personal data, please contact us at contactwordswithshapes@gmail.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
CCPA Compliance
If you are a California resident, you have certain data protection rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We process your information in accordance with CCPA regulations and strive to ensure that your personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
You have the right to request access to or deletion of your personal information that we have collected. You also have the right to know what personal information we have collected about you, whether we have disclosed your personal information for business purposes, and the categories of third parties with whom we have shared your personal information.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights or have any questions about the processing of your personal data, please contact us at contactwordswithshapes@gmail.com. We will respond to your request within 45 days.
Please note that we may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
International Transfer of User Data
Your personal information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States and Canada. The data protection laws in these countries may be different from those in your country of residence.
If you are accessing our app from outside the United States or Canada, you acknowledge and agree that your personal information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States and Canada, where our servers are located, and that such transfer, storage, and processing is necessary for the performance of our services.
We take reasonable steps to ensure that your personal information is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage method is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our App is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under the age of 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove the information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make changes to this Privacy Policy, we will post the updated policy on the App and revise the “Effective Date” above. Your continued use of the App after the revised Privacy Policy has been posted indicates your acceptance of the changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the App, please contact us at contactwordswithshapes@gmail.com.
Privacy Policy for www.wordswithshapes.com
Effective Date: May 30 2023
At www.wordswithshapes.com, we are committed to being transparent about the use of your data. This privacy policy explains what personal information we collect from you when you use our website, how we use it, and how we keep it secure. By using our website, you consent to the terms of this privacy policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information from you when you use our website, including but not limited to:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your IP address
- Your location
- Your device type
- Your browser type and version
- Your operating system
We may also collect non-personal information from you when you use our website, including but not limited to:
- Your browsing activity
- Your search queries
- Your clickstream data
- Your referring website or app
- Your time and date of access
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Provide you with the information, products, and services you request
- Improve our website and user experience
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
We use non-personal information to:
- Monitor and analyze usage of our website
- Improve our website and user experience
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with:
Our trusted third-party service providers, such as Google Analytics for the purposes of website analytics and user behavior analysis. Other third parties as required by law, including but not limited to law enforcement agencies and government authorities. We will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to any third party.
GDPR Compliance
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct your personal information
- Delete your personal information
- Object to or restrict processing of your personal information
- Receive your personal information in a portable format
- Withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal information
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contactwordswithshapes@gmail.com.
CCPA Compliance
If you are a resident of California, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:
- Know what personal information we have collected about you
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of the sale of your personal information
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your CCPA rights
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contactwordswithshapes@gmail.com.
Cookies, Pixel Tags/Web Beacons
We use cookies and pixel tags/web beacons to collect non-personal information about your use of our website. Cookies are small files that are stored on your device and enable us to recognize your device and remember your preferences. Pixel tags and web beacons are small images or code that are embedded in our website and allow us to track your activity on our website.
We use cookies, pixel tags/web beacons for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and user behavior analysis
- Improving our website and user experience
You can manage your cookie preferences by adjusting your browser settings. However, please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of British Columbia, Canada. Any dispute arising out of or related to this Privacy Policy or the use of the website shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Vancouver, Canada, and each party irrevocably submits to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts in any such action or proceeding.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time by posting a new version on our website. You should check this page occasionally to ensure that you are aware of any changes to this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Privacy Policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our use of your personal information, please contact us at contactwordswithshapes@gmail.com.
Terms of Use for the Words With Shapes App
Effective Date: May 30 2023
By accessing and using our app, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and any other applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not use our app.
Word Pass Subscription
Our app offers a Word Pass subscription that provides users with access to premium content and features, such as an ad free gameplay experience, access to exclusive soundtracks, themes and game shop offers. The subscription is auto-renewable, meaning that it will renew automatically at the end of each subscription period unless you cancel it.
If you purchase a Word Pass subscription, you may cancel it up to 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. To cancel, go to ”Manage Subscription” in the app settings, or the subscription settings on your device.
Please note that your subscription may not be transferable between different devices with different operating systems or if the new device is not logged into the respective Apple or Google account you made the subscription purchase with initially. If your subscription is transferable, you can use the Restore Purchases button in the app settings to activate the subscription on a new device.
In-App Purchases
Our app includes a game shop where you can make in-app purchases using real money. Prices and any applicable taxes may vary across regions. By making an in-app purchase, you acknowledge that you are authorized to use the payment method you have chosen and that you authorize us to charge you for the in-app purchase.
If you are not logged into an account in the app, your progress and game balances will not be saved remotely. Deleting the app will result in the loss of any progress and game balances. To avoid this, we encourage you to create an account using the sign-in button in the app settings.
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, any in-app purchase or content offered through the game shop, with or without notice and without any liability to you. You acknowledge that we will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification or discontinuance of any in-app purchase or content offered through the game shop.
We are not responsible for any unauthorized or fraudulent charges associated with any in-app purchases. If you become aware of any unauthorized or fraudulent charges, please contact us immediately.
Ownership and Intellectual Property
Our app and all its content, including but not limited to graphics, text, software, and images, are the property of Pixel Programming Inc. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or otherwise use any of our content without our prior written consent.
User Conduct
You agree to use our app in a lawful and responsible manner. You may not:
- Use our app for any illegal or unauthorized purpose;
- Interfere with or disrupt our app or servers;
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of our app or servers;
- Use any automated means, including robots, spiders, or scrapers, to access or collect data from our app;
- Impersonate or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity;
- Upload, post, or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable;
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Our app is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation or availability of our app or the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content on our app. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Pixel Programming Inc. be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our app or these terms of service, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Pixel Programming Inc. and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including but not limited to attorneys’ fees) arising out of or in connection with your use of our app or your breach of these terms of service.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These terms of service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of British Columbia, Canada without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any dispute arising out of or related to these terms of service, the app, or your use thereof shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Vancouver, British Columbia and you hereby consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of such courts.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate your access to our app, in our sole discretion and without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to your breach of these terms of service.
Changes to These Terms
We may modify these terms of service at any time, in our sole discretion and without notice. You should review these terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of our app following the posting of changes will indicate your acceptance of those changes.
Entire Agreement
These terms of service, together with our Privacy Policy and any other agreements or policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Pixel Programming Inc. with respect to your use of our app.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these terms of service or our app, please contact us at contactwordswithshapes@gmail.com.