Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 29, 2024

Welcome to ScratchEarth ("we," "us," "our"). We provide a location-based mobile application that allows users to explore virtual points of interest, such as mines and trophies, on a map which are placed at random coordinates. By using our services, you agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this privacy policy.

Information We Collect

We collect various types of information from our users, including:

1.1 Personal Information: This includes information that can be used to identify you, such as your name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and payment information.

1.2 Usage Information: We collect information about how you use our App and Services, such as the pages you view, the features you use, and the time spent on our App.

1.3 Location Information: This data is crucial for displaying nearby points of interest and for your interaction with them.

1.4 Device Information: We collect information about your device, such as device model, operating system, IP address, and unique device identifiers.

1.5 Log Information: We collect log files that record your activities on our App, such as the time and date of access, app features used, and any errors encountered.

1.6 Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, pixel tags, and other similar technologies to enhance your user experience and improve the overall quality of our Services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

2.1 Provide, maintain, and improve our Services, including personalizing your experience.

2.2 Communicate with you, such as sending notifications, newsletters, and promotional materials.

2.3 Process payments and facilitate transactions.

2.4 Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve our Services and develop new features.

2.5 Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activities and protect the security of our users and our Services.

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

3.1 Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, analytics, and marketing services.

3.2 Business Partners: We may share your information with our business partners to provide you with relevant offers, promotions, and services.

3.3 Legal Compliance and Protection: We may disclose your information if required by law, or if we believe that it is necessary to protect our rights, property, or the safety of our users or others.

3.4 Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

Limitation of Liability

We are not responsible for any health issues, injuries, or any other damages that may occur from your use of the app.

We are not liable for your actions or any consequences of using the app that may be deemed illegal or unsafe.

Your Choices

You may manage your personal information by accessing your account settings in the App or contacting us at [email protected]

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for users under the age of 17. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 17. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 17, we will take steps to remove that information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated Policy on our App or website. Your continued use of our Services after the effective date of the updated Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

Third-Party Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such third-party services. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our App or Services.

International Data Transfers

We may transfer your personal information to countries other than your own, particularly if our servers or service providers are located in other countries. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer, storage, and processing of your information in such countries. We will take reasonable steps to ensure that your information is treated securely and in accordance with this Policy.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights under applicable data protection laws, such as:

10.1 The right to access, update, or delete your personal information.

10.2 The right to object to or restrict the processing of your personal information.

10.3 The right to data portability, which allows you to request a copy of your personal information in a commonly used, machine-readable format.

10.4 The right to withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal information at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

ScratchEarth
Attn: Privacy Officer
Email: [email protected]

We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry promptly and address your concerns.