PlayNxt Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 25, 2024

Watchlight Interactive ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our PlayNxt mobile application.

Key Points:

  • Sign-in is optional - you can use the app anonymously

  • We don't sell your data to third parties

  • You can delete all your data at any time

  • We only collect what's needed to provide recommendations

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you choose to sign in (optional), we collect:

  • Account Information: Email address and display name from your Google or Apple account

  • Profile Photo: If provided by your sign-in provider

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the app, we automatically collect:

  • Session Preferences: Your selected time availability, mood, platform preferences, and play style for each recommendation session

  • Game Interactions: Which games you accept, mark as "already played," or skip

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and a unique device identifier for authentication

1.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

  • Location data

  • Contacts or address book

  • Photos or media files

  • Microphone or camera data

  • Browsing history outside the app

2. How We Use Your Information

Data TypePurposeSession preferencesTo provide personalized game recommendationsGame interactionsTo improve recommendations and avoid suggesting games you've already playedAccount infoTo sync your preferences across devices (if signed in)Device identifierTo authenticate API requests and prevent abuse

3. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using:

  • Firebase Authentication: For secure sign-in (operated by Google)

  • Google Cloud Firestore: For storing preferences and history

  • Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. You can delete your data at any time through the app settings.

4. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We only share data with:

  • Service Providers: Firebase/Google Cloud for infrastructure (bound by their privacy policies)

  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Portability

You can view your recommendation history in the app's History tab.

5.2 Deletion

You can delete your data at any time:

  • Clear History: Removes your game interaction history

  • Delete All Data: Permanently removes all your data including preferences, history, and account information

Both options are available in Settings > Privacy & Data.

5.3 Opt-Out

You can use the app without signing in. Anonymous users get the same core functionality - sign-in only adds cross-device sync.

6. Children's Privacy

PlayNxt is designed for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.

7. International Users

For EU/EEA Users (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Rectify inaccurate data

  • Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Data portability

Our legal basis for processing is legitimate interest (providing the service) and consent (for optional sign-in).

For California Users (CCPA)

You have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect

  • Delete your personal information

  • Opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)

  • Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

8. Third-Party Services

The app uses these third-party services:

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting the new policy in the app

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date

  • Sending a notification for material changes (if you're signed in)

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your data rights, contact us at:

Email: support@watchlightinteractive.com

Subject Line: Privacy Inquiry - PlayNxt

We aim to respond within 30 days.