Privacy Policy

The story of how Tricky Tale handles your data

Effective July 30th, 2026

Your privacy is important. This document explains clearly and honestly how Tricky Tale collects and uses your personal data, and what control you have over it — chapter by chapter.

Definitions

Application: Tricky Tale and related online services.
Company: The operator of the Application ("we", "us", "our").
Personal Data: Information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
Usage Data: Data collected automatically when you interact with the App.
Device: Any phone, tablet, or computer used to access the App.
Service Provider: A third party that processes Personal Data on our behalf.

Information Collection

When you open Tricky Tale, certain information is gathered in the background — device type, session length, and basic network details — plus details you provide voluntarily.

Category	Examples	Source
Usage Data	Chapters played, puzzles solved, crash logs	Automatic
Device Info	Model, OS, app version, screen size	Automatic
Identifiers	IP address, GAID, ANDROID_ID	Automatic
Ad IDs	GAID / IDFA (with consent)	Consent-based
PayPal Info	Email and name for withdrawals	You provide

Use of Information

Your personal data powers core functions, communications, and improvements:

Gameplay — deliver story chapters and puzzles, sync progress, stabilize performance
Accounts — register, authenticate, and manage settings
Payments — process PayPal withdrawals and prevent fraud
Support — answer requests and send permitted service notices
Analytics — measure campaigns and refine features
Legal — meet compliance obligations

When We Share

Data sharing is limited to operational necessities:

Service Providers — hosting, ads, analytics, payments
Business Transfers — mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
Affiliates — entities under common control
Business Partners — joint features you choose
Public Interactions — content you voluntarily post
Legal Obligations — valid legal process
With Consent — other purposes you approve

PayPal Data Protection. Your PayPal email and withdrawal details are never sold or rented. They are shared only for payout processing, fraud prevention, or legal compliance.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live, you may exercise the rights below. Email tiznitb48@gmail.com to submit a request.

GDPR (EEA)

Access
Rectification
Erasure
Restrict Processing
Object

CCPA / CPRA

Right to Know
Right to Delete
Right to Opt-Out
Non-Discrimination

VCDPA (Virginia)

Access
Correct
Delete
Portability
Opt-Out

Opting Out

Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking → Allow Apps to Request to Track (off)

Email tiznitb48@gmail.com with subject "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" to opt out of sale or sharing.

Data Retention

Not using Tricky Tale? After 90 days of inactivity, we remove associated personal data. Anonymized usage data may remain for analytics.

Third-Party Services & Ad Partners

Advertisements are served through AppLovin and its mediation partners.

May Be Shared

Resettable advertising identifiers
Device model, OS, screen size
Session frequency and duration
Ad impressions, clicks, conversions
Country and language

Never Shared

Email or phone number
Account credentials
Identity-linked story progress
Precise GPS location
PayPal payout details

Partner Privacy Policies

App Permissions

Permission	Purpose
`INTERNET`	Online play, ads, and updates
`ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`	Detect connectivity for stable gameplay
`ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`	Confirm Wi-Fi availability
`AD_ID`	Resettable advertising identifier
`VIBRATE`	Haptic feedback for story events and rewards
`ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`	Privacy Sandbox Topics API
`ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`	Campaign attribution
`BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`	Install source measurement
`BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`	Ad delivery optimization
`ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`	Ad service API compliance
`FOREGROUND_SERVICE`	Critical foreground tasks
`DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`	Secure internal broadcasts

Analytics & Endpoints

Our backend at https://bjkjd.trickytale.com/ supports progress sync, anonymized analytics, performance monitoring, and customer support.

TLS 1.2+ on all data transfers
Role-based access for authorized personnel only
Data minimization at each processing stage
Regular audits and vulnerability assessments

Data Security

We protect personal data through TLS 1.2+ encryption in transit, access controls, periodic security reviews, and contractual obligations for subprocessors. No system is perfectly secure.

International Transfers

Personal data may be processed on servers outside your country. We apply encryption and contractual safeguards designed to provide equivalent protection.

Children's Privacy

Tricky Tale is not directed to children under 13. Contact tiznitb48@gmail.com to request deletion if you believe a child provided personal data.

Disclosure Requirements

Business transactions — data may transfer during mergers or acquisitions
Law enforcement — disclosure when compelled by valid legal process
Safety — to protect rights, investigate abuse, or prevent harm

Third-Party Links

External sites linked from the App have their own privacy policies. Review those policies before sharing personal data.

Cookie Policy

In-app web views or promotional pages may use cookies, pixels, and SDKs for session management, analytics, and ad measurement. Manage tracking through device settings or the opt-out methods above.

Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach affecting your personal data, we will notify you within 72 hours of becoming aware of the incident, where required by applicable law, and describe steps you can take.

Changes to This Policy

Revisions are posted here with a new effective date
Material changes may be announced by email or in-app notice
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

Get in Touch

Email: tiznitb48@gmail.com

In-App: Settings → Help & Support

We respond within 48 hours.