Privacy Policy

Overview

Cut Rush ("we", "our", or "the app") is a mobile game developed by Diego Flores. This policy explains what information we collect and how we use it.

Information We Collect

Gameplay Data

We collect anonymous gameplay statistics to improve the game experience:

• Game scores and session duration
• Levels completed and achievements earned
• Feature usage patterns (shop, challenges, streaks)
• Device type and screen size (for optimization)

Analytics Events We Track

The following anonymous events are collected via PostHog analytics:

• Session data: Session start/end, duration
• Gameplay: Cuts, combos, streaks, game over events
• Features: Shop interactions, challenge participation, achievement unlocks
• Economy: Coins earned/spent, purchases made
• Retention: Daily streak claims, comeback bonuses

Local Storage

The following data is stored only on your device:

• Game progress and settings
• Unlocked items (balls, trails, themes)
• Achievement progress
• Daily challenge history
• High scores and statistics
• Purchase receipts (product ID, timestamp — no payment card data)

Device Identifiers

To prevent cheating and ensure fair leaderboards, we use:

• Anonymous Authentication: Firebase generates a random, anonymous ID when you first play. This ID is not linked to any personal information.
• Device ID: A random identifier stored locally to track your game progress across sessions.

These identifiers cannot be used to identify you personally and are only used for preventing duplicate leaderboard entries, ensuring fair gameplay, and tracking your personal best scores.

How We Use Information

We use collected data to:

• Improve game performance and fix bugs
• Balance gameplay difficulty and economy
• Understand which features players enjoy
• Provide leaderboard functionality
• Track retention and engagement metrics
• Prevent cheating and ensure fair competition

Third-Party Services

We use the following services that may collect data according to their own privacy policies:

PostHog (Analytics)

• Collects anonymous gameplay and usage patterns
• Data is transmitted over encrypted connections (HTTPS)
• No personally identifiable information is sent
• PostHog Privacy Policy

Firebase (Cloud Services)

• Authentication: Anonymous sign-in to generate a unique player ID (no personal data required)
• Firestore Database: Stores leaderboard scores and challenge data
• Uses industry-standard encryption and security
• Firebase Privacy Policy

Google AdMob (Advertising)

We use Google AdMob to display optional rewarded advertisements. When you choose to watch an ad, AdMob may collect:

• Device identifiers: Advertising ID (can be reset in device settings)
• IP address: For general location and fraud prevention
• Ad interaction data: Which ads you view and interact with

This data is used to display relevant advertisements, measure ad performance, and prevent fraud.

Stripe (Payments)

We offer optional in-app purchases (e.g., "Remove Ads") processed by Stripe. When you make a purchase:

• Payment data: Stripe collects your payment card details securely. We never see or store your card number.
• Purchase receipt: We store a local record (product ID and timestamp) on your device to unlock purchased features.
• Email: If you provide an email during checkout, Stripe may send you a receipt.

Stripe is PCI DSS Level 1 certified. Stripe Privacy Policy

Data Retention

• Analytics data is retained for up to 12 months
• Local game data persists until you uninstall the app or clear app data
• Leaderboard scores are retained indefinitely
• Anonymous authentication data is managed by Firebase and may be deleted after extended inactivity
• You can reset your local progress anytime through the game's settings

Children's Privacy

Cut Rush is suitable for general audiences (rated Everyone/PEGI 3). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The game does not require any account creation or personal information to play.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect collected data:

• All analytics data is transmitted over encrypted HTTPS connections
• No sensitive personal data is collected or stored
• Firebase data is protected by Google Cloud security measures

Your Rights

You can:

• Clear local game data by uninstalling the app or clearing app data
• Opt out of analytics by disabling internet access for the app
• Request information about data collected by contacting us
• Request deletion of analytics data by contacting us

International Users

Analytics data may be processed in the United States through PostHog's cloud infrastructure. By using the app, you consent to this transfer.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.