Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 7, 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Showdown (“the Game”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) handles user information.
We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Game is designed to not collect, store, or share any personal data from users.

2. Information We Collect

We do not collect, store, or share any personally identifiable information (PII), including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Precise location

  • Contacts

  • Photos or media files

The Game does not require account creation and does not track users across apps or services.

3. Non-Personal and Technical Data

While we do not collect personal data, the Game may temporarily use limited non-personal technical information strictly for functionality, such as:

  • Network connection status

  • Basic device connectivity information

This information is not stored, logged, or transmitted to us and is only used locally on the device or transiently during gameplay.

4. Permissions Usage

The Game may request the following permissions solely to support core functionality:

  • INTERNET
    Used to enable online gameplay features such as matchmaking.

  • ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE / ACCESS_WIFI_STATE / CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
    Used to determine network connectivity and ensure stable online connections.

  • BLUETOOTH / BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
    May be used for local connectivity features (if applicable).

  • ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
    May be required by the system for certain network or connectivity features (e.g., Wi-Fi or Bluetooth scanning). We do not access or store location data.

  • POST_NOTIFICATIONS
    Used to deliver optional in-game notifications.

  • com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE
    Used to verify that the app is installed from an authorized source (Google Play).

None of these permissions are used to collect, store, or share personal data.

5. Online Matchmaking

The Game includes online matchmaking functionality.
This may involve:

  • Temporary transmission of anonymized session data required to connect players

We do not:

  • Identify users personally

  • Store matchmaking data

  • Link gameplay data to individuals

All matchmaking data is ephemeral and used only during active sessions.

6. Third-Party Services

The Game does not use third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services.

7. Children's Privacy

The Game does not knowingly collect personal data from children.
Since no personal data is collected at all, the Game is compliant with applicable child privacy regulations such as COPPA.

8. Data Security

Because we do not collect or store personal data, there is no user data retained by us.
Any temporary data used for gameplay is handled securely and discarded after use.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date above.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
Email: gateers2018@gmail.com