Privacy Policy for Glub.io

Last Updated: November 16, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Glub.io ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our game and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Player Name: When you play Glub.io, you can choose a display name for your fish character.
• Chat Messages: Any messages you send through our in-game chat system.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and version.
• IP Address: Used for matchmaking players in the same region.
• Game Data: Gameplay statistics, scores, and in-game performance.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for essential functionality, analytics, and advertising purposes. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing and maintaining the game service
• Improving gameplay experience
• Matchmaking players in multiplayer rooms
• Displaying relevant advertisements
• Analytics and understanding how users interact with our game
• Preventing fraud and abuse
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Advertising

We use third-party advertising services to display ads in our game:

4.1 Google AdSense (Web Version)

Our web version uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites.

4.2 Google AdMob (Mobile Apps)

Our mobile applications use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use information such as:

• Advertising ID (IDFA on iOS, AAID on Android)
• Device information
• App usage data
• Location information (if permitted)

4.3 Ad Personalization

You can opt-out of personalized advertising by:

• Web: Visiting Google Ads Settings
• iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking
• Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Advertising Partners: Google AdSense, Google AdMob for displaying advertisements
• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our game
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

6. Children's Privacy

Glub.io is intended for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information immediately.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Game session data is temporary and cleared when you exit the game.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access to your personal information
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Data portability

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

11. Third-Party Links

Our game may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: support@glub.io

14. Third-Party Services Information

• Google AdSense: Google Privacy Policy
• Google AdMob: AdMob Privacy Information

15. Related Policies

For more information about how we use cookies and other tracking technologies, please review our Cookie Policy.

For information about the terms of using our service, please review our Terms and Conditions.

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