Games for Cats! - privacy policy

effective date: march 13, 2026

last updated: march 13, 2026

our commitment: Games for Cats! is built with your privacy in mind. we collect only what is necessary to power your cat's gaming experience, and we never sell your personal data to third parties.

1. introduction

Welcome to Games for Cats! ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Games for Cats! mobile application. By using the app, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. information we collect

2.1 game data

game data (core functionality): Games for Cats! collects game-related data to power the high score tracking and leaderboard features. This data is used solely to power your in-app experience.

high scores for each game (Laser Pointer, Mouse Chase, Cat Fishing, Bird Catch, Squirrel Hunt, Fly Frenzy)
game session duration and frequency
score multiplier (2x mode) usage

2.2 app usage data

app settings and preferences (selected games, notification preferences)
in-app activity (games played, features used)
subscription status and purchase history

2.3 device information

device type and operating system version
app version
crash reports and error logs (to improve stability)
we do NOT collect your name, email, or personal identifiers unless you contact us for support

2.4 information you provide

any information you share when contacting our support team
notification preferences

3. how we use your information

we use the data we collect to:

power all six interactive cat games
track and display high scores for each game
enable 2x score mode and other gameplay features
improve app performance, stability, and user experience
process and manage your subscription
respond to support requests
comply with legal obligations

4. camera permissions

no camera required: Games for Cats! does not require or use your device's camera. All games are entirely screen-based. We do not access, capture, or store any images or video from your device.

5. data sharing and disclosure

we do not sell your data. we do not share your personal information with advertisers, data brokers, or third parties for their own marketing purposes.

we may share limited data with trusted third parties only in these circumstances:

service providers: third-party services that help us operate the app (e.g., crash analytics). these providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
payment processors: subscription payments are handled by Apple App Store or Google Play Store. we do not receive or store your payment card information.
legal requirements: if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public.
business transfers: in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the successor entity.

6. data retention

local game score and preference data is stored on your device and retained until you delete the app
crash logs and analytics data are retained for up to 12 months
support communications are retained for up to 2 years

7. data security

we implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

encryption of data in transit (TLS/HTTPS)
limited access to user data within our team
regular security reviews

no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. while we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. your rights and choices

8.1 notifications

you can enable or disable game notifications in the app settings or your device notification settings.

8.2 data deletion

to delete your app data, uninstall the app from your device. for any data deletion requests related to support communications, contact us at mallik.puranjan@gmail.com and we will process your request within 30 days.

8.3 access and portability

you may request a copy of the data we hold about you by contacting our support team.

9. children's privacy

Games for Cats! is suitable for all ages. we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. if you believe your child has provided us with personal information without consent, please contact us and we will take prompt action to delete it.

10. third-party services

Games for Cats! may use the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:

Apple App Store / Google Play Store: for subscription billing and app distribution
crash analytics provider: for app stability monitoring (anonymized data only)

11. international data transfers

Games for Cats! is operated from the United States. if you use the app from outside the US, your information may be transferred to and processed in the US. by using the app, you consent to this transfer.

12. changes to this privacy policy

we may update this privacy policy from time to time. when we do, we will update the "last updated" date at the top of this page. for material changes, we may notify you through the app. continued use of Games for Cats! after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. contact us

if you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or your data, please contact us:

email: mallik.puranjan@gmail.com
website: gamesfor.cats

we aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 5 business days.