🏪 Privacy Policy

Welcome to Village Super Market Simulator 3D ("the Game"). This Privacy Policy explains how PM Simulator Games ("we," "us," or "our"), an individual developer based in Hisar, Haryana, India, collects, uses, discloses, and protects information when you use our mobile game application.

By downloading, installing, or playing the Game, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Game.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We do not directly collect any personally identifiable information (PII) such as your name, email address, phone number, or physical address through the Game itself.

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We collect non-personal information automatically through third-party services integrated into the Game:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers (such as Android Advertising ID), mobile network information
• Game Usage Data: Game events, sessions, progress, levels completed, in-game actions, crash reports, performance data
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, time zone settings, and general location (country/city level based on IP)
• Advertising Data: Ad impressions, clicks, ad interaction data, and advertising identifiers

1.3 Permissions We Request

• Internet Access: Required to display ads, sync game data, and connect to third-party services
• Phone Notifications: To send you notifications about game updates, events, and promotional offers (you can disable these in your device settings)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Game Functionality: To provide, maintain, and improve the Game experience
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with the Game, identify bugs, and improve performance
• Advertising: To display personalized and non-personalized advertisements
• In-App Purchases: To process transactions through Google Play's in-app billing system
• Crash Reporting: To identify and fix technical issues and crashes
• Communications: To send push notifications about game updates, events, and offers
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

3. Third-Party Services

The Game integrates several third-party services that may collect information used to identify you. These services have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them:

3.1 Analytics Services

• Firebase (Google LLC): For analytics, crash reporting, and cloud messaging
  Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

3.2 Advertising Networks

• Google AdMob: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• AppLovin: https://www.applovin.com/privacy/
• Unity Ads: https://unity.com/legal/privacy-policy
• Flurry (Yahoo): https://www.verizonmedia.com/policies/us/en/verizonmedia/privacy/index.html

3.3 Payment Processing

• Google Play In-App Billing: All in-app purchases are processed by Google Play. We do not collect or store your payment information. Please review Google Play's privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party service providers (analytics, advertising, hosting) who assist us in operating the Game
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or government request
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of assets, or acquisition
• Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of PM Simulator Games, our users, or others

5. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction) without verifiable parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without proper consent, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

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

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 GDPR Rights (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Objection: Object to processing of your data
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

6.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Say no to the sale of personal information
• Access your personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Equal service and price, even if you exercise your privacy rights

6.3 General User Controls

• Opt-Out of Personalized Ads: You can opt-out through your device settings:
  • Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
• Disable Notifications: You can disable push notifications in your device settings
• Uninstall: You can stop all information collection by uninstalling the Game from your device
• Reset Advertising ID: You can reset your advertising identifier in your device settings

7. Data Retention

We retain collected information for as long as necessary to provide the Game services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We may retain certain information for longer periods for legal, regulatory, or technical reasons. When data is no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize it.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
• Use of secure third-party services with strong security practices
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including India and the United States, where our third-party service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country.

By using the Game, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the Game
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending a push notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Game after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers and devices have "Do Not Track" features. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to Do Not Track signals. As such, we do not respond to Do Not Track signals at this time.

12. Third-Party Links

The Game may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. Pre-Registration Reward Terms

Users who pre-register Village Super Market Simulator 3D on Google Play may be eligible to receive an in-game pre-registration reward when the game is officially released.

The pre-registration reward is a virtual in-game item provided for promotional purposes only. It has no real-world monetary value, is non-transferable, and cannot be exchanged for cash or real-world items.

The reward will be granted once per eligible Google Play account after the user installs and launches the game for the first time following its official release. Availability of the reward may vary depending on region, device compatibility, and Google Play eligibility requirements.

The pre-registration reward may be modified, substituted, or discontinued at any time at the discretion of PM Simulator Games, in accordance with Google Play policies.

14. Consent

By using Village Super Market Simulator 3D, you hereby consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Game.