Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

SapphireBlueJoy ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our Platform.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we don't collect:

• We do not require or collect names, email addresses, or contact information
• We do not require account creation or login credentials
• We do not collect payment information (our Platform is completely free)
• We do not collect location data beyond general geographic region
• We do not collect demographic information
• We do not track you across other websites or services

3. Information Stored Locally on Your Device

3.1 Local Storage

Your game progress, including virtual coin balances and game statistics, is stored locally in your browser using localStorage. This data:

• Remains on your device only
• Is not transmitted to our servers
• Is not accessible to us
• Can be deleted by clearing your browser data
• Is device-specific and does not sync across devices

3.2 Cookies

We use minimal cookies for essential functionality:

• Age Verification: Remembers that you've confirmed you're 18+ to avoid repeated prompts
• Cookie Consent: Remembers your consent to our cookie usage

We do not use:

• Advertising cookies
• Analytics cookies without consent
• Third-party tracking cookies
• Social media cookies

See our Cookie Policy for more details.

4. Technical Information

Like most websites, we may collect basic technical information when you access the Platform:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address (for security purposes only)
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

This information is collected automatically by web servers and is used solely for:

• Maintaining Platform security
• Diagnosing technical issues
• Understanding general usage patterns
• Improving the Platform

5. How We Use Information

The minimal information we collect is used only to:

• Provide and maintain the Platform
• Ensure Platform security and prevent abuse
• Comply with legal obligations
• Improve user experience and Platform functionality
• Respond to technical issues

We do NOT:

• Sell or rent your information to third parties
• Use your information for marketing purposes
• Share your information except as described in this policy
• Create user profiles for advertising

6. Third-Party Services

Our Platform does not integrate third-party services for analytics, advertising, or social media. We operate independently to maximize your privacy.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect the Platform and any information we process, including:

• Secure HTTPS connections
• Regular security reviews
• Limited data collection to minimize risk
• No storage of sensitive personal information

However, no internet transmission is completely secure. While we strive to protect information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

8.1 Data Access and Deletion

Because most data is stored locally on your device:

• You have full access to your local game data through browser developer tools
• You can delete all local data by clearing your browser's storage and cookies
• Clearing browser data will reset your game progress

8.2 Cookie Control

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies (note: this may prevent the Platform from functioning properly)
• Delete existing cookies
• Set preferences for accepting cookies

9. Children's Privacy

SapphireBlueJoy is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we become aware that a user is under 18, we will take steps to restrict their access to the Platform.

10. International Users

SapphireBlueJoy is accessible worldwide. By using the Platform, you consent to the transfer and processing of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of your location.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact and Questions

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle data, please visit our Help Center.