Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Plot Holes ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our daily film trivia puzzle game at plotholesweb.vercel.app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Game completion data (puzzle number, completion time, mistakes, score)
• Puzzle attempts and retry history
• Archive puzzle completions

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Browser type and version
• Device information
• IP address (anonymized)
• Usage data and gameplay statistics

2.3 Local Storage

We store game progress and preferences locally in your browser using localStorage. This includes:

• Daily puzzle completion status
• Tutorial completion flag
• Archive puzzle completions
• Sound preferences (muted/unmuted)

3. Third-Party Services

3.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies and web beacons to collect information about your visits to this and other websites to provide relevant advertisements.

Learn more: Google Privacy Policy

Opt out: Google Ad Settings

3.2 Supabase

We use Supabase to store and retrieve daily puzzle data. Supabase may collect technical information for service delivery and security purposes.

3.3 Vercel

Our website is hosted on Vercel, which may collect analytics and performance data to ensure reliable service delivery.

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Types of cookies used:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
• Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense to display relevant ads
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

5. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain the game service
• To track your puzzle completion and progress
• To display relevant advertisements
• To improve user experience and game features
• To analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
• To prevent fraud and ensure security

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

• Service Providers: Google AdSense, Supabase, Vercel
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Aggregated Data: Anonymous, aggregated statistics may be shared publicly

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of targeted advertising
• Clear your local storage data (via browser settings)
• Object to data processing
• Request data portability

GDPR Compliance: For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements.

CCPA Compliance: For California residents, we comply with CCPA requirements.

8. Children's Privacy

Plot Holes is appropriate for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our service. Local storage data persists until you clear your browser data. Server-side data (puzzle content) is retained indefinitely.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our service, you consent to such transfers.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Email: apps@stubvidmedia.com