Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 10, 2023sparrows.top ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy as you observe wild sparrows, explore natural habitats, and solve nature-themed puzzles in our bird-watching & nature adventure games and related services (the "Services") at sparrows.top. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information. By accessing or using the Services, you consent to the practices described herein. Information We Collect Personal Information: During account registration, we collect your email address, username, password (encrypted), age range, and preferred bird-watching environment (e.g., forests, meadows, urban parks). For premium subscriptions (e.g., ad-free gameplay, exclusive bird guides) or in-game purchases (e.g., binocular upgrades, habitat expansions), we collect payment details (processed by third-party providers like Stripe) and billing address. Optional information (e.g., interest in ornithology) may be collected if you choose to provide it. Usage and Gameplay Data: We automatically gather data about your interaction with the Services, including IP address, device type, operating system, browser version, bird species spotted, habitat exploration progress, puzzle completion rates, and technical performance data (e.g., crash reports, load times). This data is collected via cookies, in-game analytics tools (e.g., Mixpanel), and server logs. Feedback and Observation Data: If you submit bird sighting notes, participate in nature surveys, or contact customer support, we collect your messages and any additional information you voluntarily provide (e.g., suggestions for new bird species or habitats). How We Use Your Information To create and manage your account, track your bird-watching progress, and sync data across devices. To process transactions, fulfill orders, and send purchase confirmations or subscription reminders. To personalize your experience: recommend habitats based on your observed species, suggest binocular upgrades aligned with your playstyle, and unlock exclusive bird guides based on your interests. To improve the Services: analyze gameplay data to balance puzzle difficulty, fix bugs, optimize bird behavior animations, and develop new content (e.g., rare sparrow species, seasonal habitats) aligned with user behavior. To communicate with you: send account updates, sighting milestones (e.g., "You’ve spotted 30 bird species!"), event notifications (e.g., migration season in-game events), and promotional offers (you can opt out of marketing communications at any time). To support bird conservation: share anonymized user interest data with ornithological organizations (no personal identifiers) to advocate for bird habitat protection. Information Disclosure We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your information in the following circumstances: To trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, cloud hosting services, analytics tools) who assist in operating the Services, subject to confidentiality agreements. To bird conservation partners (only anonymized, aggregated data) to support habitat protection efforts. To law enforcement or regulatory authorities if required by law, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public. In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner, with prior notice and a commitment to uphold this Privacy Policy. Data Security We implement privacy-focused security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption of sensitive data, secure server storage (compliant with CCPA standards), regular security audits, and access controls for authorized personnel. We minimize data collection to only what is necessary for gameplay and conservation advocacy. Your Rights Access and Correction: You may access, review, and update your personal information by logging into your account or contacting [email protected]. Deletion: You may request account deletion by submitting a request to [email protected]. We will delete your data within 30 days, except as required by law (e.g., financial records) or to support conservation research (anonymized data only). Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our messages or updating your account preferences. You may also opt out of sharing anonymized data with conservation partners via your account settings. Cookie Management: You can adjust cookie settings in your browser, though disabling certain cookies may limit functionality (e.g., progress sync, personalized recommendations). Children’s Privacy Our Services are family-friendly and suitable for ages 7 and up, but we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information without consent, please contact us to request immediate deletion. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of changes by posting the revised policy on our website with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Services after the update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. Contact Us For questions or concerns, contact:sparrows.top789 Birdwatch Lane, Ithaca, NY 14850, USAEmail: [email protected]