Privacy Policy for Sprout Safe

Raylink Infinite (Qinhuangdao) Technology Co., Ltd. ("Raylink Infinite", "we", "our", or "us") operates the mobile game application Sprout Safe (Package ID: com.raylinkinfinite.game.gardenofgunfire) and the official website https://www.sproutsafegame.com. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, store, process, protect, and delete personal data when you interact with Sprout Safe and its associated services (collectively, the "Services").

We take user privacy with the utmost seriousness. By accessing or playing Sprout Safe, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Application Purpose and Overview

Sprout Safe is a casual mobile defense shooter video game. The application allows players to place and upgrade botanical turrets, defend against incoming enemy waves, synthesize higher-level equipment, and enjoy casual offline and online rewards. The application's purpose is strictly digital entertainment and video game progression.

2. Information We Collect and How We Collect It

We collect only the minimum information necessary to operate, improve, and secure the game:

A. Information You Provide to Us

• Authentication Information (Google Sign-In): When you choose to link your Google Account to Sprout Safe, we request standard, non-sensitive profile permissions (openid, email, profile). Through this integration, we receive:
  • Your unique Google User ID (a numeric identifier used to create your game account).
  • Your email address (used solely for account identification, verification, and customer support).
  • Your public profile display name and avatar URL (used only to display your player profile and ranking within the game).
• Customer Support Correspondence: When you contact our support team via email (customer@raylinkinfinite.com), we collect your email address, inquiry contents, and any crash logs or screenshots you volunteer.

B. Information Collected Automatically

• Device & Technical Telemetry: Device model, manufacturer, operating system version (e.g., Android version), system language, carrier, network connection type (WiFi/Cellular), IP address, and advertising identifiers (e.g., Google Advertising ID / GAID).
• Game Activity & Progress Data: Stage levels cleared, scores, in-game virtual currency transactions, inventory states, and gameplay timestamps to facilitate continuous cloud synchronization.
• Crash & Performance Diagnostics: Stack traces, ANR reports, and frame performance statistics collected through Firebase to troubleshoot bugs and improve app stability.

3. How We Use Your Information

We process personal information only for the following legitimate purposes:

• To authenticate player identity and securely synchronize game save files across multiple devices.
• To maintain, balance, and optimize core gameplay systems and resolve technical glitches.
• To deliver in-game rewards, milestones, and virtual items fairly and transparently.
• To prevent fraud, botting, unauthorized tampering, and malicious abuse of game servers.
• To serve and measure in-game advertisements through authorized mediation partners.
• To fulfill customer service inquiries and process account deletion requests.

4. Google API Services User Data Policy & Limited Use Disclosure

Specifically regarding Google User Data:

• No Transfer to Advertising Platforms: We do NOT share, transfer, or disclose any information obtained through Google Sign-In with any advertising networks, data brokers, or analytics partners.
• No Secondary Monetization: We do NOT sell, license, or monetize Google user data under any circumstances.
• No AI Model Training: Google user data is NEVER used to train, develop, or evaluate generalized machine learning or artificial intelligence models.
• Minimal Scope: We only request the minimum required scopes necessary to enable authentication. We do not request access to Google Drive, Contacts, Gmail, Calendar, or any sensitive/restricted Google scopes.

5. Compliance with Google APIs Terms & Prohibition of AI NCII

In strict accordance with the Google APIs Terms of Service and safety regulations:

• Prohibition of AI NCII: Sprout Safe does NOT create, generate, facilitate, host, process, or distribute Artificial Intelligence-generated Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery (AI NCII), adult content, or any harmful, sexually explicit material.
• Appropriate Use: Google APIs are utilized strictly for user identity authentication and cloud progress backup within a family-friendly casual defense video game.

6. Third-Party Services and SDKs

To provide smooth gameplay, authentication, and ad monetization, Sprout Safe integrates the following vetted third-party service providers:

• Google Play Services: Account authentication, anti-fraud checks, and core Android system services. (Privacy Policy)
• Google Analytics for Firebase: Aggregate in-game telemetry and stability analysis. (Firebase Terms)
• Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM): Pushing notifications regarding game updates and daily events.
• Meta Audience Network & Facebook SDK: Social login and advertising attribution. (Meta Privacy Policy)
• TradPlus Ad Mediation: Aggregating advertising partners to serve rewarded and interstitial ads. (TradPlus Privacy Policy)

7. Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal information only for the duration necessary to provide the Services, fulfill legitimate business needs, and comply with legal requirements.

All communications between the Sprout Safe game client and backend servers are strictly encrypted in transit using industry-standard Transport Layer Security (TLS / HTTPS) protocols. Data stored on our servers is protected behind firewalls, strict role-based access controls, and regular security audits.

8. User Rights and Data Deletion Instructions

Regardless of your physical location, you have the right to access, rectify, or request the complete deletion of your game account and any associated personal data.

You can also revoke Sprout Safe's access to your Google Account immediately by visiting your Google Account Third-Party Access Settings.

9. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Sprout Safe is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in the European Union). We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under these thresholds. If we discover that personal information of a child has been collected without verifiable parental consent, we will immediately take steps to permanently delete such information from our servers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When updates are published, the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document will be revised accordingly. Your continued use of Sprout Safe after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Information & Data Protection Officer

If you have any questions, inquiries, complaints, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact our legal and privacy team: