Last Updated: Oct 1, 2026

Linkstone Studios, LLC ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you use our game Word Herd, including our mobile app, web app, and API (collectively, the "Service").

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, username, password (hashed).
Game Data: Game progress, scores, achievements.
Purchase Information: Details of in-app purchases, transaction history.
Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers.
Log Information: IP address, browser type, access times.
Cookies and Similar Technologies: Used for analytics and personalization.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
To process transactions and send billing information.
To communicate with you about your Account or the game, including product emails. New accounts receive those emails until you turn them off in Settings or through the unsubscribe link in the email. Login codes are not product emails and are not affected.
To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience.
To comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

Service Providers: Companies that help us operate the Service, such as hosting providers, payment processors (e.g., Apple App Store, Google Play Store), and analytics companies, and email delivery (Resend) for product emails.
Law Enforcement: If required by law or to protect our rights or property.
Business Transactions: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

4. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, such as encryption, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request to view the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: Request to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Request to delete your Account and associated data.
Opt-Out: Opt-out of marketing communications.
Complaint: Right to complain to a data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

6. International Data Transfers

Our services are hosted in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to such transfer.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Policy on our website or in the game and, where applicable, by sending you an email notification.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].