1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account information, such as username and email address
- Profile details, such as avatar, pet names, and customization data
- Communications, such as support requests and feedback
Game Data
- Pet data, including appearance, stats, and customization traits
- Inventory and item data
- Game progress, including levels, achievements, and battle results
- In-game currency balances and transactions
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Usage data, such as pages visited and actions taken
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Authentication Data
If you sign in using a third-party provider, such as Clerk or Google, we may receive your email, basic profile information, and authentication tokens handled by that provider.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Operate and maintain the game
- Save your progress and game state
- Enable multiplayer features, including trading and shops
- Process in-game transactions
- Improve gameplay, balancing, and features
- Detect cheating, abuse, or fraud
- Communicate updates and respond to support requests
3. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal data.
Service Providers
- Hosting providers
- Authentication providers
- Database providers
These providers only access the data needed to perform their services.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required to comply with legal obligations, protect users, preserve game integrity, or prevent fraud and abuse.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Store preferences
- Analyze usage and performance
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but parts of the game may not function properly.
5. Data Retention
We retain your data:
- While your account is active
- As needed to provide the Service
- As required for legal or operational purposes
You may request deletion of your account at any time.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including:
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
- Secure authentication systems
- Access controls and monitoring
However, no system is 100 percent secure.
7. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 13, or the applicable age in your jurisdiction.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover such data, we will delete it.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@zpet.example.
9. International Users
If you access the Service outside your country of residence, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries where our servers or providers are located.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
For significant changes, we will notify users by:
- Posting an update in the app
- Updating the Last Updated date above
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy, contact privacy@zpet.example.
12. GDPR (EEA and UK Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, you may have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Legal Bases for Processing
- Contractual necessity to provide the game and maintain your account
- Legitimate interests to improve gameplay and ensure security
- Consent for optional features where applicable
- Legal obligations where required by law
Your Rights Under GDPR
- Access to a copy of your personal data
- Rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure of your data in certain circumstances
- Restriction of processing in certain circumstances
- Data portability where applicable
- Objection to certain processing based on legitimate interests
Automated Decision-Making
We may use automated systems to detect cheating or abuse and to help balance gameplay systems. These systems do not make legally significant decisions about you.
Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred outside the EEA or UK. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards, including standard contractual clauses.
To exercise GDPR rights, contact privacy@zpet.example. You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
13. CCPA and CPRA (California Users)
If you are a California resident, you may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
Information We Collect
- Identifiers, such as email, username, and IP address
- Internet activity, such as gameplay actions and interactions
- Account and game data, such as pets, inventory, and transactions
How We Use This Information
- Provide and operate the game
- Maintain accounts and game state
- Improve gameplay and performance
- Detect fraud and abuse
No Sale of Personal Information
We do not sell your personal information. We also do not share your personal data for cross-context behavioral advertising.
Your Rights Under CCPA and CPRA
- Know what personal data we collect and how we use it
- Access your personal data
- Delete your personal data
- Correct inaccurate personal data
- Limit use of sensitive personal information, where applicable
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
How to Exercise Your Rights
To submit a request, contact privacy@zpet.example. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
Authorized Agents
You may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf, subject to verification.
14. Additional Game Disclosures
Virtual Economy
In-game currencies and items have no real-world monetary value and are non-transferable outside the Service.
Anti-Cheat and Moderation
We may monitor gameplay activity to detect cheating, exploits, and abuse.
Player Shops and Public Data
Certain in-game data, such as usernames, shop listings, and pet appearances, may be visible to other players.
Analytics Disclosure
We may use privacy-friendly analytics tools to understand how players interact with the game. These tools may collect anonymized or pseudonymized usage data.