privacy-policy

Effective Date: April 16th 2026 Last Updated: April 16th 2026 Provider: BB Contact: trueuser56@gmail.com

1. Introduction

Banner Banger (“the App”) is a mobile and web-based flag identification quiz game. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use information.

This Privacy Policy explains our data practices for the App. By downloading, installing, or using the App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

User Accounts (Optional):

If you create an account or log in via a third-party service (e.g., Google Sign-In), we may collect your name, email address, and profile picture to authenticate your session and synchronize your progress.
Account information is stored securely.

Feedback & Support:

If you contact us via in-app feedback, email, or support channels, we collect your email address and the content of your message to respond to your inquiry.
Support communications are retained for up to 12 months unless you request deletion.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Device Information:

Operating System version (e.g., Android 13, iOS 16)
Device model and manufacturer (e.g., Samsung Galaxy S22)
Device identifier (Android Advertising ID, IDFA)
App version and build number

App Usage Analytics:

Game statistics: Scores, flags identified, wrong answers, game modes played
Session duration and frequency of app use
Difficulty levels attempted and completion rates
Achievements unlocked and progression milestones
Timestamps of app sessions

2.3 Information NOT Collected

We do not collect or request:

Your legal name (unless you voluntarily provide it via account creation)
Phone number
Physical home address or precise GPS location
Credit card or payment information (processed securely by Google Play)
Contacts, calendar, or personal files
Microphone or camera access (unless you explicitly enable specific future features)
Social media account credentials

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Purposes

App Functionality:

To deliver and maintain the game experience, store your progress, and sync achievements across devices
To personalize your experience based on your home country selection
To rank you on leaderboards and display your achievements

Analytics & Improvement:

To understand how users interact with the app (which features are popular, where users drop off, which difficulty levels users engage with most)
To identify and fix bugs, crashes, and performance issues
To make data-driven decisions about new features and improvements

User Support:

To respond to your feedback, bug reports, and support inquiries
To notify you of critical app updates or service announcements

Safety & Legal Compliance:

To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or policy violations
To comply with legal obligations and law enforcement requests

Marketing Communications (if you opt in):

We may send you emails about new features, seasonal events, or app updates
You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time via a link in the email

Third-Party Analytics (if enabled):

We use [Expo Analytics / Firebase Analytics / Other] to track aggregate usage patterns
This service may retain your data according to its privacy policy (see links below)

4.1 Services We Use

The App integrates with the following third-party services that may collect or process data:

Expo Services (if using Expo SDK):

Purpose: App distribution, analytics, push notifications
Data Shared: Device ID, app crashes, usage analytics
Privacy Policy: https://expo.dev/privacy
Data Retention: 90 days (see Expo documentation)

Google Play Services (Always):

Purpose: App installation, licensing, in-app purchases
Data Shared: Device ID, app installation date, app purchases
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Firebase (if using Firebase backend):

Purpose: Real-time database, user authentication, analytics
Data Shared: User ID, game scores, achievements, crash reports
Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

4.2 Data NOT Shared

We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise disclose your personal information to advertisers, data brokers, or marketing companies. Your data is used only to improve the App and for the specific purposes outlined in this policy.

Aggregated, anonymized analytics may be shared in reports with stakeholders, but this data cannot identify you personally.

(Comment about your gamer name on Leaderboards?)

5. Data Security & Retention

5.1 Security Measures

Data in Transit:

All communication between your device and our servers uses HTTPS encryption (TLS 1.2 or higher)

Data at Rest:

User account information is stored in encrypted databases
Access is restricted to authorized personnel only
We do not store payment information; Google Play handles all payment processing securely

5.2 Data Retention Policy

Data Type	Retention Period	Deletion Method
Game scores & achievements	Until account deletion	Automatic deletion upon request
Crash logs	90 days	Automatic deletion
Session analytics	365 days	Automatic purge
Error logs	30 days	Automatic deletion
Support emails	Until resolved + 12 months	Manual deletion or automated purge
Device ID for analytics	12 months	Automatic anonymization

6. Your Privacy Rights

6.1 What You Can Control

Access Your Data:

You can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you

Correct Your Data:

You can update your profile information, email address, and preferences in the app’s Settings > Account section

Delete Your Data:

You can delete your entire account and associated data in app by going to settings and then Delete Account or by email. We will delete all personal information within 30 days.
Alternatively, uninstalling the app removes all local data;

Advertising Preferences:

You can reset your Advertising ID and opt out of personalized ads via your device settings:
- Android: Settings > Google > Manage your Google Account > Data & privacy > Ad personalization

6.2 Regional Privacy Rights

GDPR (European Union): If you are a resident of the EU, you have the following additional rights:

Right to access, rectification, erasure, and data portability
Right to object to processing on grounds of legitimate interest
Right to withdraw consent at any time (contact trueuser56@gmail.com)
Right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

CCPA (California): If you are a California resident:

Right to know what personal information is collected, used, and shared
Right to delete personal information (with certain exceptions)
Right to opt out of the “sale” of your personal information
Right to equal service and pricing (we do not discriminate based on privacy choices)

7. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Banner Banger is designed for users ages 10 and up. We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar regulations.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our practices evolve or to comply with changing regulations. We will notify you of material changes by:

Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
Sending a notification in-app or via email
Requiring you to accept the new policy before continuing to use the App

Continued use of the App after changes implies acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us & Your Rights

For Privacy Questions or Requests:

Email: trueuser56@gmail.com

For Data Subject Requests (GDPR/CCPA):

You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data
Include “Privacy Request” in the subject line
Provide evidence of your identity for security purposes

10. International Data Transfers

If you use the App from outside the United States, be aware that your data may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States. By using the App, you consent to such transfers and processing.