Privacy Policy

喵・桌遊匯 (Board Game Hub)

Last Updated: April 6, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to 喵・桌遊匯 (Board Game Hub), published by Neuralworks. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Username and password
• Email address
• Profile information (avatar, display name)
• Date of birth (optional)

2.2 Gameplay and Usage Data

• Game statistics and scores
• Game preferences and settings
• Multiplayer match history
• In-app chat messages (only for current session)

2.3 Device Information

• Device model and operating system version
• Unique device identifier
• IP address
• Crash logs and diagnostic data

2.4 In-App Purchases

• Purchase history
• Items purchased (cosmetics, avatars, table skins)
• Transaction timestamps

2.5 Analytics Data

• User engagement metrics
• Feature usage patterns
• Session duration
• Crash and performance data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing and maintaining the application and services
• Creating and managing your account
• Enabling multiplayer functionality
• Processing in-app purchases and subscriptions
• Personalizing your gaming experience
• Improving our application through analytics
• Detecting and preventing fraud or abuse
• Complying with legal obligations
• Sending service-related announcements and updates

4. Third-Party Services

5. In-App Purchases and Subscriptions

All in-app purchases are processed through Apple's App Store. We do not collect, store, or process your payment information directly. Apple manages billing and maintains PCI DSS compliance. We only receive confirmation of successful purchases.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell your personal data to third parties. We may share information only in these cases:

• Service Providers: Third parties assisting us (analytics, hosting, payment processing)
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government request
• Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent abuse
• Business Transfer: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale

7. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active and for 90 days after account deletion for recovery purposes. Game statistics may be aggregated and retained longer for analytical purposes without identifying you personally. Chat messages are not permanently stored and are deleted after each session.

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 Access and Correction

You can access and update your profile information within the app settings at any time.

8.2 Data Deletion

You can request complete deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us. We will process deletion requests within 30 days, except where we are legally required to retain information.

8.3 Opt-Out of Personalized Ads

You can limit ad personalization in your iOS settings under Privacy > Apple Advertising.

8.4 Push Notifications

You can disable push notifications at any time in app settings or system settings.

9. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure password hashing using bcrypt
• Limited access to personal data (authorized staff only)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Compliance with OWASP security guidelines

However, no online transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we continuously work to improve our protections.

10. Children's Privacy

The app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete such data and terminate the child's account. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information can contact us immediately.

11. GDPR and CCPA Compliance

For European Users (GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability (receive your data in structured form)
• Withdraw consent at any time

For California Users (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Delete personal information we've collected
• Opt-out of the "sale" of personal information

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our app, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may not have the same data protection laws.

13. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and, in some cases, by sending you a notification. Your continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• GitHub Issues: github.com/ivanlaw313/BoardGameHub/issues

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