Privacy Policy - RetroAchievements Tracker

This Privacy Policy describes how RetroAchievements Tracker ("App", "we", "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our service to track gaming progress through the RetroAchievements API.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 RetroAchievements Account Information

To provide our service, you must provide your RetroAchievements username. We use this to retrieve:

• Your gaming progress and achievement data
• Console information associated with your account
• Game titles and completion statistics
• Public profile information available through the RetroAchievements API

1.2 Data Retrieved from RetroAchievements API

We access publicly available data from RetroAchievements on your behalf, including but not limited to:

• Game progress and achievements earned
• Console library and game collections
• Timestamps and gaming statistics
• User profile data made public by RetroAchievements

1.3 Device Information

We may collect standard device information including:

• Device type and operating system version
• App version and usage statistics
• Crash reports and diagnostic data (if enabled)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely to:

• Display your gaming progress and achievement data within the App
• Organize and present console and game information
• Provide statistics and tracking features
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Troubleshoot technical issues

3. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information. However, please note:

• Your RetroAchievements credentials are not stored by our App
• All data is retrieved directly from the RetroAchievements API
• Cached data may be temporarily stored on your device for performance purposes
• We do not transmit your personal data to third parties beyond what is necessary to connect to the RetroAchievements API

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 RetroAchievements

This App relies on the RetroAchievements API to function. Your use of RetroAchievements data is subject to their own Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Please review RetroAchievements' policies at their official website.

4.2 Intellectual Property

All console names, game titles, and RetroAchievements user data are the property of their respective copyright holders. This App does not claim ownership of any game content, console trademarks, or user-generated content retrieved from RetroAchievements.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Disconnect your RetroAchievements account at any time
• Request deletion of any locally cached data
• Access the data we retrieve on your behalf
• Uninstall the App, which will remove all locally stored data

6. Children's Privacy

Our App does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

7. Data Retention

We do not permanently store your personal data on our servers. All data is retrieved in real-time from the RetroAchievements API. Temporary caching may occur on your device for app performance but is cleared when you log out or uninstall the App.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy within the App and updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this document. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

9. Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• Google Play Store requirements
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable
• Other relevant data protection regulations

By using this App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.