1 Introduction
Welcome to Chess & Checkers Online (the "App", "Application" or "Service").
Chess & Checkers Online is an online multiplayer game that allows users to play chess and checkers, compete with other players, communicate through in-game chat and, where enabled, communicate using real-time voice chat.
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be processed when you use the Application, why it is processed, which third-party services may be involved, and what choices you have regarding your information.
By using the Application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
2 Information We May Process
Depending on which features you use, the Application may process different categories of information.
2.1 Account and Authentication Information
The Application may provide account authentication through Firebase Authentication and Google Sign-In.
This may include:
- Firebase user identifier (UID)
- Email address, when provided by the authentication provider
- Display name
- Profile information provided by Google when Google Sign-In is used
- Authentication and account status information
We use this information to authenticate users, maintain accounts, provide multiplayer functionality and associate gameplay activity with the correct account.
2.2 Gameplay and Multiplayer Information
When you participate in an online game, information necessary to operate the multiplayer functionality may be processed.
This may include:
- Game or room identifier
- Player identifiers
- Player display names
- Game type and game settings
- Game moves and gameplay state
- Game results and related statistics
- Player status and connection-related information
- Matchmaking information
This information is used to create, operate, synchronize and complete online games.
2.3 In-Game Chat
The Application may provide text-based communication between players. Messages sent through the game may be processed and temporarily or otherwise stored through the application's online infrastructure in order to deliver the messaging functionality.
Please do not share passwords, payment information, private contact information or other sensitive personal information through the in-game chat.
2.4 Voice Chat and Microphone
Chess & Checkers Online may provide real-time voice communication between players during an online game.
If you choose to use voice chat, the Application requires access to your device microphone.
Microphone access is requested when the voice functionality is used. You can refuse microphone access or disable microphone access through your device settings.
Voice communication is implemented using real-time WebRTC technology. The application infrastructure may use Firebase Firestore for connection signaling information required to establish the voice connection.
Firestore signaling information may include technical connection data such as session offers, answers and ICE connection candidates. The actual real-time audio stream is transmitted through the WebRTC connection rather than being stored by the Application as a recorded audio file.
The Application does not intentionally record or permanently store your voice conversations.
3 Firebase Services
The Application uses Firebase services provided by Google to support authentication, cloud storage and online multiplayer functionality.
Depending on the feature being used, Firebase may process information such as account identifiers, authentication information, gameplay information, chat-related data and technical connection information.
Firebase services are operated by Google and are subject to Google's applicable privacy practices.
More information is available in Firebase Privacy and Security and Google's Privacy Policy .
4 Advertising
The Application may display advertisements provided by Google AdMob.
Advertising providers may process certain information about your device, application interaction and advertising activity in order to deliver, measure and improve advertisements, prevent fraud and comply with applicable advertising requirements.
Depending on your location, applicable law and your advertising preferences, personalized or non-personalized advertisements may be displayed.
The developer does not directly control the information collected and processed by third-party advertising providers.
For more information about Google's advertising technologies and privacy practices, please visit:
5 In-App Purchases
The Application may offer optional premium features through in-app purchases.
Purchases are processed through the applicable platform's official billing system, such as Google Play or the Apple App Store.
The Application does not receive or store your complete payment card number, bank account number or other full payment credentials. Payment processing is handled by the applicable platform.
We may receive information necessary to determine whether a premium purchase has been completed or restored, such as the product identifier and purchase status.
6 Leaderboards and Player Profiles
The Application may provide leaderboards, player profiles or competitive statistics.
Depending on the features enabled in the Application, information such as a display name, player identifier, scores, rankings, gameplay statistics or similar competitive information may be displayed to other users.
Please choose a display name that does not reveal information you do not wish to make publicly visible.
7 Reports and Safety
The Application may allow users to report inappropriate behavior, cheating, abuse or violations of the game's rules.
Information submitted through a report may be processed for the purpose of reviewing the report, maintaining the security of the Service and enforcing applicable rules.
We may also maintain limited information related to reported violations when reasonably necessary to protect users, prevent abuse or maintain the integrity of online gameplay.
8 Device Permissions
Some features may require specific permissions from your device.
| Permission | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Microphone | Required only when you choose to use real-time voice chat. |
| Internet / Network Access | Required for authentication, online games, chat, voice communication, advertisements and other online functionality. |
You can manage application permissions through your device settings.
9 How We Use Information
Information processed through the Application may be used for the following purposes:
- Creating and maintaining user accounts
- Authenticating users
- Providing online multiplayer games
- Matching players
- Synchronizing gameplay
- Providing in-game chat
- Providing real-time voice communication
- Displaying leaderboards and gameplay statistics
- Providing premium features and restoring purchases
- Displaying advertisements
- Preventing fraud, abuse and cheating
- Investigating reports and violations
- Maintaining and improving the Service
- Protecting the security and integrity of the Application
- Complying with applicable legal obligations
10 Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information.
Information may be processed or shared with service providers when necessary to operate the Application, including:
- Google Firebase for authentication and cloud services
- Google Sign-In for optional account authentication
- Google AdMob for advertising
- Google Play or Apple App Store for purchases
- WebRTC infrastructure required for real-time voice communication
Information may also be disclosed when reasonably necessary to comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms, protect the security of the Service or protect the rights and safety of users or others.
11 Data Retention
We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including providing the Service, maintaining account and gameplay functionality, preventing abuse and complying with legal obligations.
Different categories of information may have different retention periods depending on their purpose and the requirements of the services used by the Application.
Temporary game, connection and signaling information may no longer be required after a game or connection session has ended.
12 Account and Data Deletion
If you have an account and wish to request deletion of your account or associated personal information, you may contact the developer using the contact information provided below.
When a deletion request is received, we will take reasonable steps to process the request in accordance with applicable law and the capabilities of the services used to operate the Application.
Some information may need to be retained when required by law, necessary for security, fraud prevention, dispute resolution, enforcement of agreements or other legitimate purposes.
Deleting the Application from your device does not necessarily delete information stored by online services. If you want your account or associated data deleted, please submit a deletion request.
13 Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information processed through the Application against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.
However, no Internet transmission, electronic storage system or third-party service can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
14 Children's Privacy
Chess & Checkers Online is not intended to knowingly collect personal information directly from children in violation of applicable law.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a child has provided personal information through the Application in a manner that is not appropriate, please contact us so that we can review the situation and take appropriate action.
Advertising and other third-party services may have their own age-related requirements and policies.
15 Third-Party Services
The Application relies on third-party services to provide certain functionality. These providers may process information according to their own privacy policies.
- Google Privacy Policy
- Firebase Privacy and Security
- Google Advertising Policies and Technologies
- Google Partner Sites
16 International Data Processing
Because the Application uses global third-party services, information may be processed or stored on servers located in countries other than your country of residence.
By using the Application, you acknowledge that information may be processed internationally in accordance with applicable laws and the privacy practices of the relevant service providers.
17 Your Privacy Choices
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including rights to:
- Request access to certain personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Request information about how your data is processed
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
18 Advertising Choices
Depending on your device, operating system and location, you may be able to manage advertising personalization through your device, Google account or applicable privacy settings.
The availability of specific controls may vary by country, operating system and applicable regulations.
19 Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the Application, our services, legal requirements or third-party service providers.
When changes are made, the updated version will be published on this page and the "Last Updated" date will be changed accordingly.
We encourage users to periodically review this Privacy Policy.
20 Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, privacy requests, account deletion requests or concerns about the handling of your information, please contact the developer.
Developer:
IsmailSimsekYazilim Games
Application:
Chess & Checkers Online
Privacy Policy Summary
In summary, Chess & Checkers Online may process account, authentication, gameplay, chat, voice connection, purchase and advertising-related information depending on the features you use.
The Application uses third-party services such as Firebase, Google Sign-In, Google AdMob and platform billing services to provide its functionality.
Microphone access is used only when the user chooses to use the real-time voice chat feature. The Application does not intentionally record or permanently store voice conversations.
We do not sell personal information.