Last updated: December 2025

Eric’s Ultimate Puzzles (“the App”) is developed and published by Sniderware, owned and operated by Eric Snider (dba Sniderware). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use the App. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate the App, deliver puzzles, improve gameplay, and support advertising and purchases.

1.1 Device & Usage Information

We automatically collect basic, non-personally identifiable information, such as:

  • Device model and operating system
  • App version
  • IP address (processed by third-party services, not stored by us permanently)
  • General usage data (sessions, features used, date/time)
  • Crash reports (via Firebase Crashlytics)

This information helps us maintain performance, debug issues, and improve the App.

1.2 Advertising Data

The App uses Google AdMob (and may integrate additional ad networks such as Meta Audience Network, Vungle, or AdColony in the future).

These services may collect:

  • Advertising identifiers (IDFA/AAID)
  • Approximate location
  • Device and interaction data

This data enables either personalized or non-personalized ads based on your consent or local law.
Consent is handled through Google UMP, including GDPR, ATT, and applicable U.S. state privacy laws.

1.3 In-App Purchases & Subscriptions

We use RevenueCat to manage purchases. RevenueCat provides us:

  • An anonymous RevenueCat App User ID
  • Purchase history (non-personalized)
  • Subscription status

We do not receive your name, email address, or payment details from Apple or Google.

1.4 Firestore Analytics (Custom System)

We store minimal gameplay analytics in Google Firebase / Firestore, such as:

  • Anonymous user identifier
  • Device info (model, OS version)
  • Last played date
  • Gameplay metrics (e.g., puzzle completion events, coins earned/spent)

No personally identifiable information is stored unless you create an account (see below).

1.5 Optional User Accounts (Future Feature)

In the future, you may choose to create an account to sync puzzle progress across devices.

If you choose to create an account, we may collect:

  • Email address
  • Display name or username
  • Password (stored securely by Firebase Auth — never by Sniderware)

Accounts will always be optional.

Users under 13 are not permitted to create accounts.

1.6 Optional Email List

If we introduce an opt-in email newsletter, your email will be used only for that purpose and you may unsubscribe anytime.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Operate and improve the App
  • Deliver puzzles and game features
  • Provide in-app purchases and subscriptions
  • Show ads (personalized only with your consent)
  • Analyze performance and fix issues
  • Sync progress if you create an account in the future
  • Comply with legal obligations

We never sell personal information.

Advertising partners may treat certain data (e.g., advertising identifiers) as “selling” or “sharing” under privacy laws; UMP handles your opt-in/opt-out choices.

3. Third-Party Services

The App uses the following third-party services, which may collect data according to their own policies:

  • Google AdMob
  • Google Firebase / Firestore
  • Firebase Crashlytics
  • Google UMP (User Messaging Platform)
  • RevenueCat (subscriptions & purchases)

Additional advertising partners may be added in the future.

4. Children’s Privacy

The App is intended for users 13 years of age and older.

  • We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.
  • Children under 13 may not create accounts.
  • If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it as soon as reasonably possible.

5. Cookies & Local Storage

The App does not use cookies directly.
Third-party SDKs (such as AdMob or Firebase) may store identifiers or small data files to provide their services.
You may reset advertising identifiers through your device settings.

6. Rights Under GDPR, CCPA, and Other Privacy Laws

Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request deletion of personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Opt out of personalized advertising or data “sale/sharing”
  • Withdraw previously given consent

Requests may be sent to [email protected].

We will make reasonable efforts to assist, subject to technical feasibility and verification requirements.

7. Security

We use commercially reasonable measures to protect your information.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.

8. Links to Other Sites

The App may contain links to third-party websites or content.
We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes take effect when posted within the App or on our website.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or data requests, contact:

Sniderware (Eric Snider)
Email: [email protected]