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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 5, 2026

Ballocate ("we", "us", "our") operates the website www.ballocate.com (the "Service"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you sign in with Google or Apple, we receive your display name, email address, and profile photo from the respective provider. When you sign in with email and password, we collect the email address, password (securely stored by Firebase Authentication), and the display name you provide during registration.

Game Data: We store your game scores, games played, and in-game activity to provide leaderboards and game functionality.

Cookies & Similar Technologies: We use cookies and local storage for authentication, preferences, and to serve personalized advertisements through Google AdSense.

2. How We Use Your Information

3. Third-Party Services

Google Sign-In: We use Firebase Authentication with Google sign-in. Google's privacy policy applies to data collected during sign-in: policies.google.com/privacy

Apple Sign-In: We use Sign in with Apple as an authentication option. Apple's privacy policy applies: apple.com/legal/privacy

Email/Password Authentication: Email and password credentials are securely managed by Firebase Authentication. Passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text. We do not have access to your password.

Google AdSense: We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising at google.com/settings/ads

Firebase / Firestore: Game data is stored in Google Cloud Firestore. Data is processed in accordance with Google Cloud's data processing terms.

Firebase Analytics: We use Firebase Analytics (Google Analytics) to understand how the Service is used, including page views, game sessions, and feature usage. This data is anonymized and aggregated.

4. Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect game functionality.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account and game data for as long as your account is active. Guest session data may be deleted periodically. You can request deletion of your data by contacting us.

6. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. EU residents have rights under GDPR including the right to data portability and the right to object to processing.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

9. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: contact@ballocate.com

See also our Terms of Service.