Privacy Policy - Zainulabideen Iftikhar Appstore

 

Privacy Policy


Last updated: October 27, 2026


This Privacy Policy describes how Zain Ul Abideen Iftikhar ("I," "me," or "my") collects, uses, processes, and protects your information when you interact with my mobile games, applications, software, and related services on Apple platforms (collectively referred to as the “Services”).

  • Data Controller / Developer: Zain Ul Abideen Iftikhar

  • Official Contact Email: zainulabideniftikhar@gmail.com

  • Phone / Support Contact: +92 308 4467057

  • Jurisdiction / Location: Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

1. Information Collected

Information is collected directly when you provide it, automatically through your device during app usage, and via integrated third-party SDKs:

  • Information Provided Directly by You:

    • Contact information (such as your name and email address when submitting a support inquiry).

    • Direct correspondence, bug reports, and customer feedback.

    • In-app user profile details or preferences (where applicable).

  • Information Collected Automatically (Device & Gameplay Telemetry):

    • Device Identifiers: IP address, IDFA (Identifier for Advertisers, subject to your App Tracking Transparency permission), and Vendor ID (IDFV).

    • Device Characteristics: Device model, iOS/iPadOS operating system version, display resolution, locale/language settings, battery state, and network type.

    • Gameplay Activity: Level progression, session duration, milestones, achievements, and technical crash logs.

    • Purchase Records: In-app purchase validation receipts handled securely through Apple App Store StoreKit billing. I do not collect, process, or store raw financial or credit card information.

2. Legal Bases and Purposes for Processing (GDPR & Data Protection)

Your personal data is processed under the following lawful bases:

Legal BasisPurpose / Objective
ConsentServing personalized advertisements; processing App Tracking Transparency (ATT) permissions on iOS; addressing direct user support inquiries.
Contractual NecessityProviding core app functionality, saving game states/progress, managing cloud saves, and delivering purchased digital items.
Legitimate InterestsMonitoring gameplay telemetry to resolve bugs, optimize performance/frame rates, and ensure cheat prevention and application integrity.
Legal ObligationComplying with statutory, tax, or legal requirements applicable to digital app distribution.

3. Third-Party Integrations & Advertising

The Services may integrate industry-standard software development kits (SDKs) and APIs for analytics, game engines, and ad mediation. These third parties handle data under their respective privacy policies:

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. Data is disclosed only in the following contexts:

  • Authorized Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors and cloud providers providing backend infrastructure, crash monitoring, and ad delivery.

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority to investigate potential violations, prevent fraud, or protect the rights and safety of users.

5. International Data Transfers

Because third-party services and cloud infrastructures operate globally, information collected from you may be stored and processed on servers outside of your home country. Standard contractual clauses and security safeguards are maintained to ensure your data remains protected under applicable cross-border data protection standards.

6. Data Retention

Data is retained only as long as required to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

  • Support Correspondence: Retained for up to two (2) years following the conclusion of the request.

  • Analytics Data: Stored in aggregated or anonymized form according to the retention limits of the respective analytics platforms.

  • Purchase Validation: Maintained in accordance with Apple Developer Program guidelines and statutory accounting rules.

7. User Rights & Data Deletion Requests

In compliance with Apple App Store guidelines and international data privacy regulations (such as GDPR and CCPA), you have the right to request access, rectification, or complete deletion of your personal data.

How to Request Account or Data Deletion:

To delete your app records, analytics identifiers, or cloud-saved data without needing to reinstall the app:


  • Subject Line: Data Deletion Request - [App Name / User ID]

  • Information Needed: Provide your in-game User ID (found in app settings, if applicable) or your device IDFV/IDFA so the associated records can be located.

Requests are acknowledged and completed within 30 days.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Services comply with Apple’s guidelines regarding children’s privacy and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Unless an app is specifically classified under Apple's "Kids" category, the Services are intended for a general audience and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 (or under 16 where required by local regulations).

If you believe data belonging to a child has been gathered without verified parental consent, contact zainulabideniftikhar@gmail.com, and the data will be purged immediately.

9. Security

I implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards—including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS) and restricted API access—to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no electronic transmission over the internet can be guaranteed completely immune to breach.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to accommodate new features, operating system updates, or regulatory adjustments. Any changes will be posted directly at this URL with an updated revision date.

11. Contact Details

For inquiries, privacy concerns, or data rights requests:

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