🌸 LetterBloom — Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 3, 2026

Welcome to LetterBloom ("the App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our word puzzle game. Your privacy is important to us.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Authentication Data: When you sign in (via Firebase Authentication), we collect your display name and email address solely to manage your account and sync your progress.
• Game Progress Data: Your scores, daily streaks, completed levels, achievements, and found words are stored to maintain your progress across devices.
• Leaderboard Data: If you participate in leaderboards, your display name and scores are visible to other users.
• Device Information: We may collect basic device information (device type, OS version) for crash diagnostics and performance improvement.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain the App's features (daily puzzles, progress tracking, leaderboards).
• To sync your game data across multiple devices.
• To improve the App's performance and fix bugs.
• To display leaderboards and achievements.

3. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase (Firebase Authentication and Cloud Firestore), hosted on Google Cloud infrastructure. We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS) and Firebase Security Rules to restrict unauthorized access.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties. Your data is only shared in the following limited circumstances:

• Leaderboards: Your display name and scores are visible to other players if you opt into the leaderboard.
• Service Providers: We use Google Firebase for authentication and data storage. Google's privacy policy applies to their services.
• Legal Obligations: We may disclose information if required by law.

5. Third-Party Services

The App uses the following third-party services:

• Firebase Authentication — for user sign-in.
• Cloud Firestore — for storing game data and leaderboards.
• Google Fonts — for typography (loaded at build time, no runtime data collection).

Please review Google's Privacy Policy for details on their data practices.

6. Children's Privacy

LetterBloom is a word puzzle game suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete that information promptly. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

7. Data Retention & Deletion

Your game data is retained as long as you maintain an active account. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at the email below. Upon request, we will delete your account and all associated data within 30 days.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your data.
• Withdraw consent at any time by deleting your account.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

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

📧 letterbloom.app@gmail.com