Privacy Policy

Overview

Turtle Tide (“the App”) is developed by Jason Chalky. This privacy policy explains how the App collects, uses, and protects your information.

Information We Collect

Game Data

All game progress — level stars, turtle collection XP, daily challenge streaks, currency balances, settings — is stored locally on your device using iOS UserDefaults. This data never leaves your device.

GameKit / Game Center

If you use Game Center features (leaderboards, achievements), Apple handles that data according to Apple’s Privacy Policy. The App submits anonymous scores for total stars, daily challenge results, and timed rush scores. Game Center sign-in is optional — the App functions fully without it.

In-App Purchases

In-app purchases are handled entirely by Apple’s StoreKit 2. The App receives confirmation of verified purchases but does not collect, store, or transmit payment information. Apple’s standard privacy terms apply.

What We Do NOT Collect

• No user accounts or personal identifiers
• No advertising identifier (IDFA) — the App does not show ads
• No analytics or telemetry
• No location data
• No camera, microphone, or photo library access
• No contacts or calendar access
• No server calls of any kind

Third-Party Services

Service	Purpose	Privacy Policy
Apple GameKit	Leaderboards & Achievements (optional)	Apple Privacy Policy
Apple StoreKit 2	In-App Purchases	Apple Privacy Policy

Data Retention

Local game data persists until you delete the App. We do not retain any user data on external servers.

Children’s Privacy

Turtle Tide is suitable for players of all ages and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone, including children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us through the support page or email support@jasonchalky.com.