1. Introduction

Welcome to Fishao World ("we", "our", "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile game and web application ("Service").

By using Fishao World, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account or sign in, we may collect:

• Google Sign-In: Your name, email address, and profile picture (provided by Google)
• Email Registration: Your email address and encrypted password
• Guest Account: A randomly generated anonymous identifier

2.2 Game Data

We collect and store your game progress, including:

• In-game currency (coins, gems)
• Fish caught and collection progress
• Equipment and inventory
• Level and experience points
• Leaderboard statistics

2.3 Device Information

We may automatically collect:

• Device type and operating system
• App version
• General location (country/region) for leaderboard purposes

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Save and sync your game progress across devices
• Display your name on public leaderboards
• Provide customer support
• Improve our game and services
• Send important updates about the game (if you opt-in)

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services:

• Firebase Authentication: Manages your login credentials securely
• Cloud Firestore: Stores your game progress with encryption

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Third-Party Services

Our app uses the following third-party services:

• Google Firebase: Authentication and database services (Privacy Policy)
• Google Play Services: For Android app functionality (Privacy Policy)
• Google AdMob: For displaying advertisements (Privacy Policy)

6. Advertising

Fishao World may display advertisements to support free gameplay. Our advertising partners may collect and use certain data to show relevant ads. You can:

• Purchase "Remove Ads" option within the game
• Opt-out of personalized ads in your device settings

We do not show personalized ads to children under 13 years of age.

7. Leaderboards

If you participate in leaderboards, your display name and game statistics will be visible to other players. You can choose to:

• Use a nickname instead of your real name
• Play as a guest with an anonymous identifier

8. Children's Privacy

Fishao World is designed for players of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.

10. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice in the app or sending an email. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

Last Updated: January 27, 2026