Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Byte Runner. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our educational cybersecurity game.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Local Storage Data

We store minimal data locally in your browser using localStorage:

• High Score: Your highest game score to track your personal best
• Tutorial Status: Whether you've seen the tutorial (to avoid showing it repeatedly)

This data is stored only on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.

2.2 Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how users interact with our game. This includes:

• Page views and session duration
• Game events (starts, completions, levels reached)
• Device type and browser information
• General geographic location (country/city level)

No personally identifiable information (PII) is collected through analytics.

2.3 Error Tracking

We use Sentry for error monitoring to improve game stability. This may include browser type, error messages, and anonymized session data. No personal information is included in error reports.

3. What We Don't Collect

• We do not collect names, email addresses, or any personal identification
• We do not use cookies for tracking
• We do not collect payment information (the game is free)
• We do not sell or share your data with third parties
• We do not create user accounts or profiles

4. How We Use Information

The limited data we collect is used solely to:

• Improve game performance and fix bugs
• Understand how users interact with the game
• Make informed decisions about new features
• Ensure the game works across different devices and browsers

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics 4: Web analytics service (subject to Google's Privacy Policy)
• Sentry: Error tracking service (subject to Sentry's Privacy Policy)
• Vercel: Hosting provider (subject to Vercel's Privacy Policy)

These services have their own privacy policies and may collect data independently.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Clear your localStorage data at any time through your browser settings
• Opt out of analytics by using browser extensions like uBlock Origin
• Request information about what data we've collected (though we collect almost nothing)
• Request deletion of any data (you can clear localStorage yourself)

7. Children's Privacy

Byte Runner is designed to be educational and safe for all ages. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children under 13. Since we don't collect personal data at all, the game can be used by anyone.

8. International Users

Byte Runner is hosted on servers that may be located in various countries. By using the game, you consent to the transfer of information to countries outside your residence, which may have different data protection rules.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of Byte Runner after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: connect@knacksters.co