Our Commitment: We do NOT sell your data. Period. Trivia Horizon is supported by ad revenue and optional user donations only. Your privacy matters to us.
1. Introduction
Welcome to Trivia Horizon. This Privacy Policy explains how Carson Engineering Design Team ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application and website.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Account Information
- Email address (optional, for account recovery)
- Username or display name
- City/location selection (for game participation)
- Profile preferences and settings
2.2 Gameplay Data
- Questions answered and response accuracy
- Points earned and leaderboard rankings
- Squadron, Platoon, Faction, and Command affiliations
- Game session timestamps and duration
- In-game achievements and progress
2.3 Technical Information
- Device type and operating system
- App version and crash reports
- IP address and general location (for server routing)
- Usage analytics and performance metrics
2.4 Communications
- Feedback submissions and support requests
- Email correspondence (if you contact us)
- Push notification preferences
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the Trivia Horizon game experience
- Calculate and display leaderboard rankings
- Generate daily trivia questions for your region
- Improve app performance and fix bugs
- Send important game updates and notifications (with your consent)
- Respond to support requests and feedback
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance gameplay
- Prevent cheating and maintain fair play
4. Data We Do NOT Sell
We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Your data is yours. We will never monetize your personal information by selling it to advertisers, data brokers, or any other third parties.
5. How We Make Money
Trivia Horizon is free to play and supported by:
- Ad Revenue: We display non-intrusive advertisements within the app. Ad networks may collect limited data for ad serving purposes, but we do not share your personal information with them.
- Optional Donations: Users can voluntarily support us through "Buy Me a Coffee" or similar platforms. Donations are completely optional and do not provide gameplay advantages.
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
6.1 Ad Networks
We partner with reputable ad networks to display advertisements. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve relevant ads. They do not receive your personal information from us.
6.2 Analytics
We use analytics tools to understand app usage and improve performance. These tools collect anonymized data about how you interact with the app.
6.3 Cloud Infrastructure
We use Supabase for secure data storage and backend services. Your data is encrypted and stored on secure servers.
7. Data Sharing
We only share your information in the following limited circumstances:
- Public Leaderboards: Your username and scores are visible on public leaderboards
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
- Service Providers: With trusted partners who help us operate the app (under strict confidentiality agreements)
8. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure database storage with access controls
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited employee access to personal data
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request data correction or deletion
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Export your gameplay data
- Delete your account at any time
10. Children's Privacy
Trivia Horizon is available for all ages. For users under 13, we comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA):
- Parental consent is required for users under 13
- We collect minimal information from children
- Parents can review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's information
- We do not condition participation on providing more information than necessary
If you believe a child under 13 has provided information without parental consent, please contact us immediately.
11. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal information within 30 days, except where required by law.
12. International Users
Trivia Horizon is available globally. Your data may be processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of Trivia Horizon after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
- Via the in-app support form
- Through our website feedback system
- By visiting our website: triviahorizon.com
Remember: We respect your privacy. We don't sell your data. We're here to provide a fun, competitive trivia experience for players around the world.