Privacy Policy for Wordique
Last Updated: February 6, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Wordique! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application. Please read this privacy policy carefully.
Important: Wordique does not display third-party advertisements. We do not collect or share data with advertising networks.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
When you register for Wordique, we collect:
- Email address - for account creation and authentication
- Username - your chosen display name
- Profile Picture - if you use Google Sign-In or upload one
- Authentication Data - through Firebase Authentication
2.2 Game Data
- Game statistics (wins, losses, scores)
- Match history
- In-game performance metrics
- Words played during games
2.3 Device Information
- Device model and operating system
- Device identifiers (for consent tracking)
- App version information
2.4 Usage Data
- App interaction patterns
- Feature usage statistics
- Error logs and crash reports
- Login/logout timestamps
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for:
- Account Management - Creating and managing your account
- Game Functionality - Enabling multiplayer features and matchmaking
- Performance Tracking - Displaying your statistics and achievements
- Improvements - Analyzing app usage to improve features
- Communication - Sending important updates about the service
- Security - Protecting against fraud and unauthorized access
- Compliance - Meeting legal and regulatory requirements
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using:
- Firebase Cloud Firestore - for user profiles and game data
- Firebase Authentication - for secure login credentials
- Firebase Storage - for profile pictures
Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest. Firebase services comply with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other security standards.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We DO NOT sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service Providers - Firebase/Google Cloud Platform for hosting
- Legal Requirements - If required by law or to protect rights
- Business Transfers - In case of merger or acquisition
6. Third-Party Services
Wordique uses the following third-party services:
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access - Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction - Update or correct your information
- Deletion - Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability - Export your data in a readable format
- Opt-out - Decline optional data collection
8. Data Retention
- Active Accounts - Data retained while your account is active
- Inactive Accounts - May be deleted after 2 years of inactivity
- Deleted Accounts - Data removed within 30 days of deletion request
- Legal Requirements - Some data may be retained longer for compliance
9. Children's Privacy
Wordique is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through Firebase's compliance with international data protection frameworks.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to say no to the sale of personal information
- Right to access personal information
- Right to equal service and price
13. GDPR Compliance (European Users)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the GDPR including:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object
By using Wordique, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.