Newborn Software ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our mobile applications YatzyVibe and HeartsVibe ("Apps").
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Player Initials/ID: You may enter a 2-character identifier (e.g., "AB") to distinguish players. This is stored locally on your device.
- Game Preferences: Settings such as timer preferences, card or dice styles, visual themes, sounds, haptics, and game rules are stored locally on your device.
Automatically Collected Information
- Game Statistics: We store game statistics locally on your device, including scores, game outcomes, score sheet history, and player pairings. This data is stored only on your device and is not transmitted to us or third parties.
- Saved Games: Supported apps may save in-progress solo or offline games locally on your device so you can continue later.
- Subscription Information: If you subscribe to paid features, subscription status is managed through Apple's StoreKit. We do not collect payment information; all transactions are processed by Apple.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide game functionality and maintain your game statistics, saved games, score history, and preferences.
- To enable local multiplayer features via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
- To enable online multiplayer features through Apple Game Center where supported.
- To manage subscriptions through Apple's StoreKit system.
Data Storage and Transmission
- Local Storage: Game data, statistics, saved games, score history, player initials, custom background references, and preferences are stored locally on your device. This data is not transmitted to our servers or third parties.
- Nearby Play: Nearby play uses Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for local device-to-device communication.
- Online Play: Online play, where supported, uses Apple Game Center services for sign-in, matchmaking, invitations, SharePlay-related play, and game transport.
- No Cloud Sync: We do not sync your data to our servers.
Third-Party Services
- Apple StoreKit: Subscription purchases are processed by Apple. We do not have access to your payment information. Apple's privacy policy applies to transactions: https://www.apple.com/privacy/
- Apple Game Center: Online play uses Apple Game Center where supported. Apple's privacy policy applies to Game Center activity.
- No Analytics, Advertising, or Third-Party SDKs: We do not use analytics services, advertising networks, or third-party SDKs for data collection.
Permissions We Request
- Local Network: Required for Wi-Fi-based nearby device connections. Used only for local device-to-device communication.
- Bluetooth: Required for Bluetooth-based nearby device connections. Used only for local device-to-device communication.
These permissions are used solely to enable multiplayer gameplay between nearby devices.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties. Your game data and statistics remain on your device.
Data Security
We use iOS standard security features to protect data stored locally on your device. However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under 4. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 4.
Your Rights
- You can delete the App at any time, which will remove all locally stored data.
- You can manage your subscription through your Apple ID account settings.
- You can reset game statistics through the App's settings.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: contact@newbornsoftware.com