Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Here's how we protect your data while keeping the daily adventures fun and secure.

Last updated: January 15, 2025

Our Privacy Promise: We collect minimal data, never sell your personal information, and only use what we need to make your puzzle experience awesome. Your trust is more valuable than any data.

1. The Short Version (TL;DR)

We're puzzle creators, not data collectors. Here's what you need to know:

  • We collect minimal data to make our games work
  • We never sell or rent your personal information
  • Most of our games work without accounts or personal data
  • We use standard website analytics to improve our games
  • You can delete your data anytime by contacting us

2. Who We Are

Kreyo Studio LLC operates puzzle games and related services. We're a small team passionate about creating daily moments of joy through simple, shareable puzzles.

This policy covers all our games and services, including Wheredle and our website at kreyostudio.com.

3. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Game Results
To show statistics and enable sharing
Contact Info
Only when you email us for support
Feedback
To improve our games and community

Information We Automatically Collect

Usage Analytics
To understand how games are played
Device Information
To ensure games work on your device
Browser Data
For technical functionality

Information We Don't Collect

  • Names, addresses, or phone numbers (unless you email us)
  • Financial information (our games are free!)
  • Social media profiles or personal photos
  • Location data beyond country-level for game features
  • Passwords (most games don't require accounts)

4. How We Use Your Information

To Make Games Awesome

  • Display your game statistics and progress
  • Enable sharing of results on social media
  • Understand which puzzles people enjoy most
  • Fix bugs and improve performance

To Build Community

  • Show global statistics (like "180+ countries explored")
  • Understand our community's preferences for new games
  • Respond to your questions and feedback

To Keep Things Running

  • Monitor website performance and uptime
  • Prevent abuse and ensure fair play
  • Comply with legal requirements

5. Information Sharing

We never sell your data. Period. We're in the business of making people happy, not making money from personal information.

When We Share Information

  • With Your Permission: When you choose to share game results
  • Service Providers: Trusted partners who help us run our games (like web hosting)
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law (but we'll fight unreasonable requests)
  • Business Transfers: If Kreyo Studio is acquired (rare, but we'd ensure your privacy is protected)

Aggregated Data

We may share anonymized, aggregated statistics like "10,000+ daily players" or "games played in 180+ countries." This data can't be traced back to individual users.

6. Cookies & Tracking

Essential Cookies

We use minimal cookies to:

  • Remember your game progress during a session
  • Keep track of your statistics locally
  • Ensure the website functions properly

Analytics

We use privacy-focused analytics to understand how our games are used. This helps us improve the experience without tracking personal information.

No Advertising Tracking

We don't use advertising cookies or tracking pixels. Our games are supported by the joy they bring, not by ads.

7. Data Security

We protect your information using industry-standard security measures:

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
  • Secure hosting with reputable providers
  • Regular security updates and monitoring
  • Limited access to data by our team
  • No storage of sensitive personal information

8. International Data Transfers

Our services operate under the laws of the Republic of the Marshall Islands. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any international data transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our games are designed to be family-friendly, but we don't knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you're a parent and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Access & Control

You have the right to:

  • Know what information we have about you
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Correct any inaccurate information
  • Export your game data
  • Opt out of non-essential data collection

How to Exercise Your Rights

Contact us through our website or social media channels with any privacy requests. We'll respond within 30 days and work with you to address your concerns.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy as our games evolve. We'll notify you of significant changes through:

  • Updates on our website
  • Social media announcements

12. Contact Us

Questions about your privacy? Want to request your data? Just want to chat about puzzles? We're here for you!

  • Social Media: @kreyostudio on Twitter
  • Website: Contact us through our website
  • Legal Entity: Kreyo Studio LLC

Our Commitment: Privacy isn't just a policy for us - it's a core value. We're building games that bring joy without compromising your trust. Your data stays yours, and your adventures stay awesome! 🔒✨