Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This privacy policy applies to all mobile applications, software, and services ("Services") developed and published by PayneBrain LLC (doing business as "PayneBrain Studios"), headquartered in King George, Virginia, United States ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

By using any of our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

2. Information We Collect

The information we collect depends on which app you use. Please refer to the individual app cards above for specific details. In general:

Information You Provide Directly

• Contact information if you email us for support (name, email address)
• User-generated content within apps (e.g., usernames or aliases for leaderboards)
• Any information you voluntarily provide through surveys or feedback forms

Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers (e.g., IDFA/GAID), hardware model, screen resolution
• Usage Data: App usage patterns, features accessed, session duration, crash reports and performance data
• Network Data: IP address, carrier information, connection type (Wi-Fi vs. cellular)
• Log Data: Date/time stamps of interactions, referring app or URL, pages/screens viewed

Information from Third-Party SDKs

Some of our apps integrate third-party SDKs (such as Google AdMob, Firebase Analytics, or Apple's analytics frameworks) that may independently collect device and usage data as described in their respective privacy policies.

Sensitive Information

We do not collect sensitive personal information such as financial data, health data, precise geolocation, biometric data, racial or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our Services, including core app functionality
• Improve and optimize app performance, features, and user experience
• Diagnose and fix bugs, crashes, and technical issues
• Serve advertisements in apps that display ads (see Advertising section)
• Process transactions for in-app purchases, subscriptions, and tips
• Communicate with you regarding support requests, updates, or policy changes
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
• Aggregate analytics to understand usage trends (in a non-personally identifiable manner)

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4. Information Sharing & Third Parties

We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share data with trusted vendors who assist us (e.g., analytics providers, ad networks, cloud hosting). They are contractually obligated to protect your data and only use it as directed.
• Platform Providers: Apple (App Store), Google (Play Store), and their respective in-app purchase systems process transactions and may collect data subject to their own privacy policies.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, court order, or government regulation.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction.
• Safety: We may disclose information to protect the safety, rights, or property of our users or the public.

5. Advertising & Analytics

Some of our apps display advertisements served by third-party ad networks. These networks may use device identifiers (such as the Advertising Identifier / IDFA on iOS or Google Advertising ID on Android) and cookies or similar technologies to serve personalized or contextual ads.

For analytics, we may use services like Firebase Analytics, Apple Analytics, or similar tools to understand app performance and usage. This data is typically aggregated and anonymized.

6. In-App Purchases, Subscriptions & Tips

In-App Purchases

Certain apps offer in-app purchases to unlock content, features, or virtual items. All purchases are processed through Apple's App Store or Google Play Store. We do not directly collect or store your payment information (such as credit card numbers). Payment processing is handled entirely by the platform provider.

Auto-Renewable Subscriptions

Some apps offer auto-renewable subscriptions. Key terms:

• Payment is charged to your Apple ID or Google Play account at confirmation of purchase
• Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period
• Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period
• You may manage and cancel subscriptions through your device's account settings
• Free trial periods, if offered, will convert to paid subscriptions unless cancelled before the trial ends
• Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited upon purchasing a subscription

Tips / Voluntary Payments

Some apps allow you to leave a voluntary tip to support development. Tips are non-refundable, confer no additional features or content, and are processed through the platform's payment system.

Refunds

Refund requests for purchases made through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store must be submitted to the respective platform. We do not process refunds directly.

7. End User License Agreement (EULA)

By downloading, installing, or using any of our applications, you agree to the following terms. If you do not agree, do not use the application.

License Grant

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use our applications for personal, non-commercial purposes on devices you own or control, in accordance with the usage rules set forth in the Apple Media Services Terms and Conditions or Google Play Terms of Service, as applicable.

Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our applications
• Reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software, except as permitted by law
• Attempt to extract the source code of the application
• Use the application for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
• Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices or labels

Subscription Terms

For applications that offer auto-renewable subscriptions:

• Subscription lengths and pricing are displayed in the app prior to purchase
• Payment is charged to your Apple ID or Google Play account upon confirmation
• Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
• You may manage or cancel subscriptions in your device’s account settings at any time
• Free trials, if offered, automatically convert to paid subscriptions unless cancelled before the trial ends; any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited upon subscribing
• Pricing may vary by region and is subject to change; you will be notified of price changes before renewal

Intellectual Property

All content, features, trademarks, and intellectual property within our applications are owned by PayneBrain LLC or its licensors. This license does not grant you ownership of any content or materials within the applications.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Our applications are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the applications will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of harmful components.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, PayneBrain LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of data, profits, or goodwill, arising from your use of or inability to use our applications, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the application or subscription in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Termination

This license is effective until terminated. We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice, if you breach these terms. Upon termination, your right to use the application ceases immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination (including limitations of liability, disclaimers, and intellectual property) shall survive.

Governing Law

This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal action shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Virginia.

Apple-Specific Terms

If you downloaded the app from the Apple App Store, the following also applies:

• This license is between you and PayneBrain LLC, not Apple. Apple has no obligation to furnish maintenance or support services.
• In the event of any failure of the application to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple for a refund of the purchase price (if any). Apple has no other warranty obligation.
• Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims relating to the application or your use of it.
• Apple is a third-party beneficiary of this agreement and may enforce it against you.

Contact

If you have questions about this EULA, contact us at support@paynebrain.com.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Specifically:

• Analytics data is retained in aggregated form and is typically purged within 90 days
• Support correspondence is retained for up to 12 months
• Transaction records are retained as required by applicable tax and accounting laws

When we no longer need your data, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL)
• Secure cloud infrastructure with access controls
• Regular security assessments and monitoring
• Limited employee access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

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

10. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

We take children's privacy seriously. Several of our apps are designed for use by children. In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar international laws:

• Our child-directed apps do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction)
• Child-directed apps do not contain behavioral advertising or tracking
• Any ads displayed in child-directed apps are age-appropriate and contextual (not targeted)
• We do not require children to provide personal information to use core app features

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately at support@paynebrain.com or carlton@paynebrain.com and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request a portable copy of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
• Restriction: Request that we restrict processing of your data
• Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@paynebrain.com or carlton@paynebrain.com. We will respond within the legally required timeframe (typically 30–45 days).

12. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), you have additional rights:

• Right to Know: What personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights
• Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information: We do not process sensitive personal information

Categories of information collected: Device identifiers, usage data, and analytics (Category F: Internet or similar network activity). We have not sold personal information in the preceding 12 months.

To exercise your rights, email support@paynebrain.com or carlton@paynebrain.com, or submit a data subject access request.

13. EU/UK Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., opting into analytics or ad tracking)
• Legitimate Interests: Where processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., security, fraud prevention, service improvement), balanced against your rights
• Contractual Necessity: Where processing is necessary to provide you with the Services
• Legal Obligation: Where processing is required by law

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority (EU DPA directory | UK ICO).

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us at support@paynebrain.com or carlton@paynebrain.com.

14. Other U.S. State Privacy Rights

Residents of Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), Utah (UCPA), Virginia (VCDPA), and other states with consumer privacy legislation may have rights to access, correct, delete, and port their data, and to opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and profiling.

To exercise these rights, email support@paynebrain.com or carlton@paynebrain.com. If we decline your request, you may appeal by emailing the same address. We will respond to appeals within the legally required timeframe.

15. International Users

Our Services are operated from the United States. If you access our Services from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers are located. By using our Services, you consent to such transfers. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this policy and applicable law, including Australia's Privacy Act 1988, New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020, and South Africa's POPIA.

16. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. There is currently no uniform standard for recognizing DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT browser signals. If a standard is adopted in the future, we will update this policy accordingly.

17. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated through our apps or website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

18. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Company: PayneBrain LLC
• General Email: carlton@paynebrain.com
• Support Email: support@paynebrain.com

We will respond to all legitimate inquiries within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.