Privacy Policy
This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use Yellowstone Hidden Trails.
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal data to provide the app experience:
- Game Progress — Your completed trails, found objects, stars, and journal entries (stored locally and in Firebase)
- Account Data — If you sign in, we store your email address (via Firebase Authentication) solely for progress sync
- Crash Reports — Anonymous crash data to help improve the app
2. How We Use Your Data
- To save and sync your game progress across devices
- To improve app performance and fix bugs
- We never sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties
3. Third-Party Services
We use the following services, each with their own privacy policies:
- Firebase (Google) — Authentication, Firestore database, Storage, and Crashlytics. Firebase Privacy Policy
- Expo — Build and update distribution. Expo Privacy Policy
4. Data Storage & Security
Game progress is stored locally on your device and optionally synced to Firebase servers in the United States. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data.
5. Children's Privacy
This app is suitable for all ages and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover such data, we delete it promptly.
6. Your Rights
You can:
- Delete your account and all associated data at any time
- Request a copy of your stored data
- Opt out of analytics (crash reports) in device settings
7. Contact
For privacy questions or data deletion requests, contact us at:
8. Changes
We may update this policy occasionally. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance.