Privacy Policy

1. Scope

This policy applies to data processed through the Block Solver app and related web pages. It does not apply to third-party services you may access through external links (including Apple services).

2. Information We Collect

Depending on how you use Block Solver, we may process:

• Board and piece input data: board states, piece layouts, and solve requests you create in-app.
• Screenshot access data: if you choose to use screenshot-based input, image access is used only to analyze game-board content.
• Support communications: messages and metadata when you contact support.
• Technical and diagnostic data: device model, OS version, app version, crash logs, and event timestamps.
• Usage analytics: high-level interaction events needed to improve performance and reliability.

3. How We Use Information

• Provide core solving functionality and insights.
• Maintain app stability, security, and abuse prevention.
• Investigate errors, crashes, and quality issues.
• Respond to support requests and legal obligations.
• Measure and improve product quality over time.

4. Legal Bases (Where Applicable)

Where required by law (such as in EEA/UK jurisdictions), we rely on one or more legal bases: performance of a contract, legitimate interests (service improvement and security), legal compliance, and consent for permission-based access.

5. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell personal data. We may disclose data:

• To service providers that host or operate core infrastructure.
• To analytics/crash-reporting providers under strict processing terms.
• When required by law, court order, or lawful request.
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, subject to standard confidentiality and notice obligations.

6. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes in this policy, including service delivery, security, legal compliance, dispute resolution, and enforcement of agreements.

7. Security

We apply administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect data. No method of storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correction, deletion, portability, restriction, objection, and withdrawal of consent. You may request exercise of rights by contacting 1729patrick@gmail.com.

If you are a California resident, you may have rights under California privacy laws (including rights to know, delete, correct, and limit use of certain personal information).

9. Children's Privacy

Block Solver is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. International Processing

Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. Where required, appropriate transfer safeguards are used.

11. Third-Party Services

Apple App Store purchases, device permissions, and third-party services are subject to their own privacy terms. Please review those providers' policies directly.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted with a revised effective date.

13. Contact

For privacy requests, data questions, or complaints, contact: 1729patrick@gmail.com.