Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Nerdworthy Inc. ("Nerdworthy," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects information in connection with Word Lurch, including the website, web app, and progressive web app (collectively, the "Service").
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Device and browser data: IP address, browser type, operating system, language, and technical diagnostics.
- Usage data: pages viewed, gameplay interactions, session timing, and event data.
- Local app data: puzzle progress, completion status, hint balances, and preferences saved in browser/device storage.
- Data measurement and analytics: identifiers and interaction data used by measurement and analytics providers.
- Contact data: information you provide if you email us.
The Service does not require user accounts and does not collect personal information directly from users. Analytics data may be processed in aggregated or de-identified form where possible.
2. How We Use Information
We use information to:
- Provide and operate the Service.
- Save and restore gameplay state and preferences.
- Improve app reliability, performance, and user experience.
- Detect and prevent abuse, fraud, and security issues.
- Serve and measure advertising.
- Manage access to puzzles and features based on release schedules, user entitlements, or subscription status.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms.
3. Cookies, Local Storage, and Similar Technologies
The Service may use cookies, local storage, cache, service-worker storage, and similar technologies for essential functionality, persistence, performance, and measurement support. Local storage remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
4. Third-Party Data Use
Measurement and analytics partners may process information such as device or browser identifiers, IP address, interaction events, and related diagnostics in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable law.
If you choose to make a voluntary contribution via the BuyMeACoffee link in the Service, you will be directed to a third-party website. Any information you provide on that platform (including payment information) is governed solely by BuyMeACoffee's privacy policy. Nerdworthy Inc. does not receive, process, or store your payment information.
5. How We Share Information
We may share information with:
- Service providers that support hosting, analytics, security, and app operations.
- Third-party measurement and analytics partners.
- Authorities or legal bodies where required by law.
- Parties involved in a business transfer, merger, financing, or acquisition.
We do not sell personal information.
6. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy. Local app data remains on your device or browser until removed by you, for example by clearing browser storage or uninstalling the PWA. Server logs and diagnostic data may be retained for security and operational purposes.
7. Security
We use reasonable safeguards designed to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Children
Word Lurch is a family-friendly game. The Service is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. If you, as an adult in your jurisdiction, believe that a child under your care has provided personal information using the Service, please contact us.
9. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or object to processing of personal information. You may also manage cookies and local storage through your browser settings. Disabling certain technologies may affect app functionality.
10. International Processing
Information may be processed in jurisdictions outside your location, including jurisdictions that may have different data protection laws. We rely on contractual and organizational safeguards when transferring information internationally.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions become effective when posted. Continued use of the Service after updates are posted indicates acknowledgment of the revised policy.
12. Contact
If you have privacy questions or requests, contact: hello@wordlurch.com