Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Scorely! We believe in complete transparency about what data we collect and why. Your privacy and trust are everything to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Scorely ("we," "us," or "our") handles information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

TL;DR - The Short Version

What We DON'T Collect

We DO NOT collect any Personally Identifiable Information (PII). PII means any information that could identify you as an individual. Specifically, we DO NOT collect:

• Your real name or player names you enter in the app
• Email addresses or contact information
• Your location, address, or geographic data
• Device identifiers (IDFA, IDFV) or phone numbers
• Payment or financial information
• Photos, contacts, camera access, or personal files
• Social media accounts or profiles
• Health or biometric data
• Any other personal information that could identify you

What We DO Collect

We collect anonymous, aggregated usage data to improve Scorely and understand what features matter most to our community. This includes:

• Game Usage: Which games you play most often (e.g., Catan, Ticket to Ride)
• Player Counts: How many players typically join your games (e.g., 2-4 players)
• Game Duration: How long games usually last
• Feature Usage: Which app features are used most (e.g., score tracking, templates)
• App Performance: Crashes, errors, and technical issues (to fix bugs)
• Device Information: iOS version, device model (for compatibility testing)
• Session Data: App opens, screen views, and basic navigation patterns

Important: All data is completely anonymous and aggregated. We cannot trace any data back to you as an individual. We use Firebase Analytics, which respects user privacy and does not collect PII.

Why We Collect This Data

Your anonymous usage data helps us:

• Prioritize New Games: Add games based on community interest and demand
• Fix Bugs: Identify and resolve technical issues quickly
• Improve Features: Enhance the features you actually use
• Optimize Performance: Ensure smooth gameplay for your group size
• Keep Scorely Free: Maintain a free, ad-free experience for everyone

Your Data Controls

Opt-Out of Analytics

You can disable analytics collection at any time:

1. Open Scorely
2. Go to Settings → Privacy
3. Toggle "Share Anonymous Analytics" off

When disabled, we will stop collecting any usage data from your device. You can re-enable this anytime if you'd like to help improve Scorely.

Data Storage

All game data (scores, player names, game history) is stored locally on your device. We do not have access to this data, and it never leaves your device unless you:

• Use iCloud backup (handled by Apple, not us)
• Use Bluetooth multiplayer to share with nearby devices

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Firebase Analytics (Google)

We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous usage data. Firebase is configured to not collect PII and respects user privacy settings. For more information:

• Firebase Privacy Policy
• Google Privacy Policy

BoardGameGeek (BGG)

Scorely integrates with BoardGameGeek to display game information, news, and community content. When you use the News or Explore features, requests are made to BGG's public API. These requests do not include any personal information from you.

• BoardGameGeek Privacy Policy

Apple Services

Scorely uses standard Apple frameworks and services including:

• iCloud: Optional backup of your game data (controlled by your device settings)
• StoreKit: For in-app reviews (no payment processing)
• Multipeer Connectivity: For Bluetooth multiplayer (local only, no servers)

Data Security

We take data security seriously:

• All data stored on your device uses iOS security features
• Analytics data is transmitted over encrypted connections (HTTPS)
• We do not maintain any servers that store your personal data
• Anonymous analytics are stored securely by Firebase with industry-standard protections

Children's Privacy

Scorely is designed for families and includes an age verification system. The app does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Since we don't collect PII from anyone, we inherently comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) requirements.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with information inappropriately, please contact us at ScorelyApp@gmail.com.

International Users

Scorely is available worldwide. Anonymous analytics data may be processed in the United States through Firebase/Google servers. This data is anonymous and cannot be linked to you personally.

GDPR Compliance (EU Users): If you are in the European Union, you have rights under GDPR including the right to access, correct, or delete your data. Since we don't collect PII, there is no personal data to access or delete. You can opt-out of anonymous analytics in Settings → Privacy.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Providing an in-app notification for significant changes

Your continued use of Scorely after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Know: Understand what data we collect (outlined in this policy)
• Access: Since we don't collect PII, there's no personal data to access
• Opt-Out: Disable analytics collection in Settings → Privacy
• Delete: All your game data is stored locally and can be deleted by uninstalling the app
• Contact Us: Ask questions or raise concerns about privacy

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

We typically respond within 48 hours. As a solo developer, I personally read and respond to every message.

Acknowledgment

By using Scorely, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the app.