Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 22, 2026

This Privacy Policy applies to the mobile application Krishna Stories & Puzzles Game (hereinafter referred to as "the App" or "the Game"). This document explains how user information, advertising data, and technical device data are collected, processed, and protected in compliance with Google Play Developer Policies and global privacy regulations.

1. Information We Collect

We believe in minimal data collection to provide a secure and family-friendly environment.

a. Device & Technical Identifiers

When you use the App, our third-party advertising and analytics SDKs may automatically collect non-personally identifiable technical information, including:

Device make, model, CPU specs, and operating system version.
Advertising IDs (e.g., Google Advertising ID / AAID, Apple IDFA).
IP address (used strictly for coarse geographic region detection for ad serving).
Network connection type (Wi-Fi/Mobile) and performance diagnostics (crash logs, frame rate).

b. Gameplay Data

Game completion status, unlocked story chapters, puzzle scores, and earned rewards are stored locally on your device or linked safely through optional cloud game services (e.g., Google Play Games Services).

2. Advertising & Monetization Disclosures

Krishna Stories & Puzzles Game is supported by third-party in-game advertising to remain free for players. Ads may appear as banners, interstitial transitions, or rewarded video clips.

a. Advertising Partners & SDKs

We integrate certified, industry-standard advertising networks that may process anonymous device identifiers to serve, measure, and analyze advertisements:

Google AdMob / AdManager: Google Privacy Policy
Unity Ads: Unity Privacy Policy
AppLovin: AppLovin Privacy Policy

b. Personalized vs. Non-Personalized Ads

Depending on your region and age verification status:

General Audiences: In regions covered by GDPR or CCPA, players are presented with an ad consent prompt to choose between personalized (interest-based) or contextual (non-personalized) ads.
Child / Family Audiences: Personalized ads, interest-based tracking, and remarketing are strictly disabled. Only age-appropriate contextual ads are served.

3. Children’s Privacy & Family Compliance (COPPA & Google Play Families Policy)

Our Game is designed to be safe, educational, and fun for players of all age groups, including families and young children.

Strict Protection Standards:

We do NOT collect personal identification information (such as real names, email addresses, phone numbers, or exact location) from children.
Ad networks implemented in our family modes are certified under the Google Play Families Self-Certified Ads SDK Program and comply with COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act).
Advertising identifiers (AAID/IDFA) are not transmitted for interest-based tracking when serving child or unknown-age users.

4. How Data Is Used

The collected technical and ad data is strictly used for:

Ensuring core puzzle game mechanics, progress saves, and stability work properly.
Displaying contextual or user-consented in-game advertisements.
Preventing fraudulent ad clicks, automated abuse, and maintaining game security.
Analyzing crash reports to release regular bug fixes and content updates.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

Because we do not require account creation or store user accounts on external custom servers, game progress remains stored on your local device. You can reset or delete all local app data at any time by navigating to your device's Settings > Apps > Krishna Stories & Puzzles Game > Clear Data / Storage or by uninstalling the application.

6. Your Privacy Rights & Opt-Out Options

You can manage or opt out of personalized advertising at any time through your mobile device settings:

Android Devices: Settings > Google > Ads > Delete Advertising ID / Opt out of Ads Personalization.
iOS Devices: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking > Toggle off "Allow Apps to Request to Track".

7. Security Practices

We are committed to maintaining data integrity. All network requests performed by third-party advertising and performance SDKs utilize modern cryptographic standards (HTTPS/TLS) during transmission.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our app features or regulatory requirements. Updated policies will be posted to this page with an updated revision date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or data safety practices, please reach out to us at:

Developer / Studio: Nextstep

Support Email: support@nextstep.com