Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 13, 2026

This document outlines how Hongjie Chen (hereinafter referred to as "we," "us," or "our") gathers, handles, and processes your personal data regarding your use of our mobile application, Leap Goat, on the iOS platform. We are dedicated to collecting and utilizing your information solely for the purpose of delivering high-quality gaming products and optimizing your user experience.

1. How We Collect Your Personal Data

We employ various methods to acquire and process your data, always prioritizing the security of your information. Below, we detail the specific categories of data we collect and our processing methods.

1.1 Categories of Personal Data

When you access or engage with Leap Goat, we may collect the following types of information:

• Log Data: Including your IP address, timestamps of access, and the type of device used.
• Device Details: Manufacturer, model, operating system (specifically iOS version), time zone settings, and language preferences.
• Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers associated with the device used to access the game, such as the IDFA (Identifier for Advertisers), Google Ads ID, Google Device ID, Game Center ID, and Google Play account ID.
• Gameplay Information: Data regarding your progress, scores, achievements, and interactions with other players within the game.
• Transactional & Behavioral Data: Records of purchases, usage history, custom preference settings, and the acquisition of virtual in-game items.

1.2 Information from Third-Party Sources

If you choose to log in using third-party services like Apple Game Center, we will access specific information (such as your display name and profile details) from that platform. This is done strictly in accordance with the authorization procedures defined by that platform and subject to your prior consent.

To understand how these platforms handle your data, please refer to their respective policies:

• Apple Game Center: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/gamecenter/

By logging in via a third-party platform, you represent and warrant that:

1. Your access and use of the game align with the current terms and policies of the respective third-party platform.
2. You meet the minimum age requirements mandated by the third-party platform under the laws of your jurisdiction.

2. How We Use Your Information

We utilize your data for the specific purposes listed below, ensuring that each use is grounded in a valid legal basis:

A. Service Provision and Communication

• Purpose: To process orders, answer inquiries, facilitate gameplay, personalize your experience, and send necessary notifications (updates, security alerts, technical support).
• Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR. This processing is essential for the performance of the contract between you and us, ensuring the operation, maintenance, and delivery of the game services you have requested.

B. Product Improvement and Marketing

• Purpose: To send news regarding Hongjie Chen or relevant third-party promotions based on your preferences; to analyze operational data for developing new features; and to improve our content and support services.
• Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR. We process this data based on our legitimate interest in enhancing our service quality and providing you with content that is relevant to your interests.

C. Personalized Advertising

• Purpose: To deliver tailored advertisements and marketing materials to users who have consented to share their advertising identifiers.
• Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR. This is based on our legitimate interest in offering relevant advertising and maintaining a viable business model.

3. Data Retention Policy

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our game services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. We may keep certain information in our archives for a reasonable period to enforce our terms, manage services, or satisfy technical and legal security requirements.

Usage Data used for internal analytics is generally stored for a shorter duration, unless it is required to strengthen security, improve functionality, or if we are legally obligated to retain it for an extended period.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Subject to your rights and in compliance with GDPR Articles 6(1)(b), 6(1)(c), and 6(1)(f), we may share your data with third parties under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers & Business Transfers: For collaborative services, legal/security reasons, or in the event of a merger/sale of assets.
• Legal Authorities: If required to protect the rights, property, or safety of Hongjie Chen, or if user actions violate our policies.
• Social Interactions: With other users when you participate in public leaderboards or community events.

4.1 Sharing with Advertising Partners

With your consent (pursuant to GDPR Article 6(1)), we share device identifiers with ad networks to facilitate personalized advertising. Our partners include:

• Applovin Corporation: https://www.applovin.com/privacy/
• AdColony: https://yandex.com/legal/international_ads_privacy_policy
• Amazon Publisher Services: https://www.amazon.com/privacyprefs
• Facebook, Inc.: https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy/
• Google LLC: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Google Admob: https://support.google.com/admob/
• Unity Technologies: https://unity3d.com/legal/privacy-policy
• IronSource: http://www.ironsrc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/ironSource-Privacy-Policy.pdf
• Vungle, Inc.: https://vungle.com/privacy/
• Fyber: https://www.fyber.com/privacy-policy/
• InMobi: https://www.inmobi.com/privacy-policy/

Note: Third-party processing is governed by their respective privacy policies, not ours.

4.2 Third-Party Data Processors

We engage the following partners to support our infrastructure, analytics, and login services:

• Firebase (Google LLC): https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
• Adjust: https://www.adjust.com/terms/privacy-policy/

5. Protection of Minors

Leap Goat is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals in this age group. Upon discovery that we hold data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it from our servers. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with personal data should contact us immediately.

6. Security Measures

We prioritize the security of your data and utilize commercially acceptable means to protect it. However, please be aware that no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is entirely infallible, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Push Notifications

If you opt-in, we will send updates, game news, and promotional content to your mobile device. You maintain full control over these messages and can disable them at any time via your device's settings.

8. Your Data Rights

8.1 Rights for EEA Residents (GDPR)

We commit to responding to requests within one month. Complex requests may require an extension of up to two additional months (per GDPR Article 12), for which we will provide a justification.

1. Right to Access (Art. 15): You may request details on processing purposes, data categories, recipients, and storage duration. You may also request a copy of your data.
2. Right to Object (Art. 21): You may object to processing based on "legitimate interests" or direct marketing. We will cease processing unless we demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds.
3. Right to Rectification (Art. 16): You may request the correction of inaccurate data.
4. Right to Restriction (Art. 18): You may request that we limit the processing of your data under specific conditions.
5. Right to Withdraw Consent (Art. 7): You may withdraw consent at any time. This does not affect the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal.
6. Right to Portability (Art. 20): You may request your data in a structured, machine-readable format for transfer to another controller.

8.2 Rights for California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

1. Response Timeline: We verify and respond to consumer requests within 45 days, extendable by an additional 45 days with written notice.
2. Scope: Disclosures cover the 12-month period preceding the request.
3. Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to direct us not to sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Right to Know: You may access details regarding the categories and purposes of data collection listed in this policy.
5. Right to Request Disclosure: You may request a free report (up to twice a year) detailing the specific pieces of personal data we have collected, sources, and third-party sharing.
6. Right to Request Deletion: You may request the deletion of your data. We will comply unless retaining the data is required by law for security, legal compliance, or internal operations aligned with consumer expectations.

9. Data Deletion Requests

If you wish to have your personal data removed from our systems, please contact us. Upon verifying that the data is no longer necessary for the purposes outlined above, we will proceed with deletion.

Submit requests to: [email protected]

10. Contact Us

For any inquiries or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at:

Email: [email protected]