Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to NORTH ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile game NORTH (the "Game").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Game, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Local Gameplay Data

The Game stores progress, scores, achievements, purchases, and settings locally on your device. We do not operate a first-party analytics or telemetry backend, and this local gameplay data is not transmitted to us.

1.2 Advertising Data

The Game uses Google AdMob for advertising. The Google Mobile Ads SDK may automatically collect and share:

IP address: Used in part to estimate general location.
User product interactions: Such as app launches, taps, and ad video views.
Diagnostic information: Such as app/SDK performance and crash-related data.
Device and account identifiers: Including the Android advertising ID and app set ID where available.

Google processes this information for advertising, measurement/analytics, and fraud prevention. Data is encrypted in transit.

1.3 In-App Purchases

When you make in-app purchases, payment processing is handled by Google Play. We do not collect or store your payment information (credit card numbers, bank accounts, etc.). Google Play's privacy policy governs the collection of payment data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide and maintain the Game: Including saving your game progress, scores, and preferences.
Display advertisements: Show relevant ads through Google AdMob.
Process in-app purchases: Fulfill your purchases of shard packs, season passes, and other items.
Technical support: Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
Comply with legal obligations: Meet regulatory requirements.

3. Third-Party Services

The Game integrates with the following third-party services:

3.1 Google AdMob

Purpose: Display advertisements

Data collected: Advertising ID, device information, usage data

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3.2 Google Play Billing

Purpose: Process in-app purchases

Data collected: Purchase transactions (handled by Google)

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage: Game progress and settings are stored in the Game's app-private storage on your device.
Security: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

With service providers: To third parties who assist us in operating the Game (e.g., AdMob, Google Play).
For legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights.
Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

6. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

The Game is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
Opt-out: Opt out of personalized advertising.
Restrict processing: Request restriction of processing of your data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

8. Opt-Out of Advertising

You can opt out of personalized advertising by:

Android Settings: Go to Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization.
AdMob: Visit https://www.aboutads.info/choices to opt out.

Note: Opting out does not mean you will stop seeing ads; it means you will see non-personalized ads instead.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Game, you consent to such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: muttafi@gmail.com
GitHub Issues: https://github.com/genc-murat/north/issues

12. Consent

By using the Game, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.