Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Golden Fairy Studio, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you play our mobile game "Merge Birds" - a casual merge puzzle game suitable for all ages.

Merge Birds is designed to be enjoyed without requiring user accounts or login credentials. We believe in keeping your gaming experience simple and your personal information private.

Data Collection

What we DO NOT collect:

  • Personal information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers
  • Contact lists or address book information
  • Camera or photo access
  • Location data or GPS coordinates
  • User accounts or login credentials

What may be collected automatically:

  • Basic device information (device type, operating system version)
  • Game performance data to improve stability
  • Anonymous gameplay statistics (levels completed, time played)

All data collection is limited to what is necessary for the game to function properly and provide you with the best gaming experience.

Advertising

Merge Birds displays advertisements to support the free-to-play experience. We use Google AdMob and other reputable ad networks to serve banner ads and rewarded video ads.

How Advertising Works

  • Banner Ads: Small advertisements displayed during gameplay
  • Rewarded Ads: Optional video advertisements that provide in-game rewards when watched completely

Third-Party Ad Data Collection

Our advertising partners may collect certain information to provide relevant ads:

  • Device identifiers (such as advertising ID)
  • Ad performance data (views, clicks, interactions)
  • General device information (device type, OS version)
  • IP address for general location (country/region level only)

Ad Personalization Rights

You have control over ad personalization:

  • You can opt out of personalized ads through your device's advertising settings
  • On Android: Go to Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
  • On iOS: Go to Settings> Privacy > Apple Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking

For more information about Google AdMob's privacy practices, please visit: Google Privacy Policy

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect any information processed by our game:

  • All data transmission is encrypted
  • We do not store personal information on our servers
  • Game progress is stored locally on your device
  • We regularly update our security practices

Since we do not collect or store personal information, the risk to your privacy is minimal. However, we continuously work to ensure the security of our game and any technical data that may be processed.

Children's Privacy

Merge Birds is designed to be safe for players of all ages, including children under 13. We are committed to complying with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar international regulations.

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
  • No user registration or account creation is required
  • All advertisements are family-friendly and age-appropriate
  • We do not use behavioral advertising targeting children
  • No social features or chat functionality that could expose children to strangers

Parents can feel confident that their children can enjoy Merge Birds safely. If you have any concerns about your child's privacy while playing our game, please contact us immediately.

Analytics

We may use analytics services to understand how players interact with our game and to improve the gaming experience. This includes:

  • Anonymous gameplay statistics (levels played, session duration)
  • Technical performance data (crash reports, loading times)
  • General usage patterns to improve game design

All analytics data is collected anonymously and cannot be used to identify individual players. This information helps us fix bugs, optimize performance, and create better gaming experiences.

User Rights

Even though we collect minimal data, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Information: You can request information about any data processing
  • Right to Access: You can request access to any data we may have
  • Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of any data
  • Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of analytics and personalized advertising
  • Right to Portability: You can request your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. Since most game data is stored locally on your device, you can also delete the app to remove all associated data.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your privacy while using Merge Birds, please contact us:

We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and transparently. We will respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.

Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:

  • We will post the updated policy on this page
  • We will update the "Last Updated" date below
  • For significant changes, we may provide additional notice within the game
  • Your continued use of the game after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

Last Updated: 2025-06-18