📋 1. Introduction
Hungry Shark: Ocean Hunter ("we", "our", or "us") is developed and published by Hungry Shark Studio. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application ("App") available on Google Play.
By downloading or using the App, you agree to the terms described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.
📦 2. Information We Collect
We (Hungry Shark Studio) do not collect any personal data from you.
- Gameplay Data — High scores and wave progress are stored locally on your device only via browser localStorage. This data is never transmitted to any server.
- Crash & Diagnostics Data — Google Play Services may independently collect basic crash and stability information as part of the Android platform. This data is collected by Google, not by us, and is governed by the Google Privacy Policy.
🚫 3. Information We Do NOT Collect
We explicitly do not collect any of the following:
- Full name, email address, or personal identity information
- Precise or approximate GPS location data
- Camera, microphone, or photo library access
- Contacts, call logs, or SMS data
- Financial or payment information
- Passwords or authentication credentials
- Advertising identifiers (AAID / IDFA)
- Device serial number or IMEI
⚙️ 4. How We Use Data
The limited data we interact with is used solely to:
- Save your high score and game progress locally on your device
- Operate, maintain, and improve the App
- Diagnose technical issues and crashes
- Comply with applicable legal obligations
🤝 5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, rent, or transfer your information to any third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.
The App uses the following third-party service solely for distribution and crash reporting:
→ View Google Privacy Policy
💾 6. Data Storage & Retention
All game data (high scores, preferences) is stored locally on your device only. We do not operate any external servers that store user data.
All locally stored data is automatically deleted when you uninstall the App. You can also clear App data at any time via your device's Settings → Apps → Hungry Shark: Ocean Hunter → Clear Data.
📢 7. Advertising
This App does not display advertisements of any kind. No advertising SDKs (such as AdMob, Meta Audience Network, etc.) are integrated into the App.
🔒 8. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect any information associated with the App. The App is designed to operate fully offline; no user data is transmitted over any network.
However, please note that no method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
👨👧 9. Children's Privacy
Hungry Shark: Ocean Hunter is rated for users ages 12 and above due to fantasy violence content, in accordance with Google Play content ratings.
We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so we can take appropriate action.
This App complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and Google Play's Families Policy where applicable.
⚖️ 10. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:
- Right to know what data is collected about you
- Right to access your data
- Right to request deletion — uninstalling the App deletes all local data
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (EU/EEA users)
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
🌍 11. Legal Compliance
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:
- Google Play Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) — European Union
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) — California, USA
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) — USA
- Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) — applicable regions
🔄 12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Updates will be indicated by revising the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. For material changes, we will provide prominent notice through the App or via the Google Play store listing prior to the change becoming effective. Your continued use of the App after such notice constitutes acknowledgment of the updated policy.
📬 13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out to us through any of the channels below. We aim to respond within 72 hours.