Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 9, 2026

Welcome to Crikey Games ("we", "our", "us").

We are a mobile gaming studio committed to protecting your privacy while delivering engaging gaming experiences.

This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights. This policy applies to all our mobile games, websites, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect:

• Name and email address
• Player username or profile information
• Messages sent to support
• Any other information you voluntarily provide

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our games, we may collect:

• Device information (device type, operating system, language)
• IP address and approximate location
• Unique device identifiers (Advertising ID, device ID)
• Gameplay data (progress, interactions, session time)
• Crash reports and performance data

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Analytics providers
• Advertising networks
• Platform providers (such as app stores)
• Social login providers (if used)

This helps us improve gameplay, prevent fraud, and personalize user experiences.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Create and Manage Accounts

• Provide and operate games
• Enable gameplay and features
• Save progress and preferences

Improve Our Games

• Analyze player behavior
• Fix bugs and optimize performance
• Develop new features

Advertising and Marketing

• Display relevant advertisements
• Measure advertising performance
• Send updates if you have opted in

Safety and Security

• Detect fraud and abuse
• Enforce terms of service
• Maintain fair gameplay

These uses are based on contractual necessity, legitimate interests, or your consent where required.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

Service Providers

• Hosting providers
• Analytics platforms (such as Firebase)
• Advertising partners (such as AdMob or Unity Ads)

Legal Authorities

• When required by law
• To protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud

Business Transfers

• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

All partners process data only as necessary to provide services.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our partners and we use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Analyze usage
• Personalize content
• Deliver targeted advertising

You can manage these through your device settings.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information:

• For as long as your account is active
• As necessary to provide services
• To comply with legal obligations

We may anonymize or delete data when it is no longer required.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent

Advertising Preferences

You can opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings:

• iOS: Limit Ad Tracking
• Android: Opt out of Ads Personalization

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction).

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

If we become aware that such data has been collected, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside your location, including Australia, the United States, and other regions where our partners operate. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any significant changes through our services or website.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, email us:

Crikey Games
Email: support@crikey.io

12. Third-Party Services

Our services may include third-party tools such as:

• Google AdMob
• Firebase Analytics
• Appsflyer or Adjust
• Unity Ads

These services have their own privacy policies governing their data practices.

13. Consent Management for Advertising

We use consent management platforms (CMPs) to collect, manage, and store user consent for data processing activities, including personalized advertising, in accordance with applicable privacy laws such as the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive.

When required, users will be presented with a consent prompt that allows them to:

• Accept or reject personalized advertising
• Manage preferences for data collection and tracking technologies
• Update their choices at any time

Your consent choices are respected and securely stored. You can modify or withdraw your consent at any time through:

• In-app privacy or settings options (where available)
• Your device settings
• Consent prompts displayed within our services

We work with trusted third-party advertising partners who also comply with applicable privacy regulations and consent frameworks, such as the IAB Transparency and Consent Framework (TCF), where applicable.