PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: October 15, 2025

INTRODUCTION

Chess Blocker ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our iOS application.

By using Chess Blocker, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Analytics Data

We collect anonymized analytics data to improve the app experience:

  • App usage patterns and retention rates
  • Number of puzzles solved per user (anonymized)
  • Puzzle difficulty levels and success rates
  • Time spent solving puzzles
  • App blocking frequency and patterns
  • Device information (iOS version, device model)
  • Crash reports and performance data

Personal Information

We collect minimal personal information:

  • Age (collected during onboarding, required for App Store compliance)
  • User preferences and settings (stored locally on your device)
  • Blocked app selections (stored locally on your device)

Data We Do NOT Collect

  • Your name, email address, or contact information
  • Your location data
  • Information from other apps on your device
  • Payment information (handled by Apple)
  • Photos, camera, or microphone access

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • App Improvement: Understand how users interact with Chess Blocker to enhance features and user experience
  • Performance Optimization: Identify and fix bugs, crashes, and performance issues
  • Feature Development: Analyze which features are most used to guide future development
  • Puzzle Optimization: Understand puzzle difficulty and success rates to provide better challenges

DATA ANONYMIZATION

All analytics data collected is anonymized and aggregated. We cannot identify individual users from the analytics data we collect. Your privacy is our priority, and we do not create user profiles or track you across other apps or websites.

DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

Most of your data is stored locally on your device, including:

  • Your blocked app selections
  • Puzzle solving history
  • App preferences and settings

Anonymized analytics data may be transmitted to secure servers for analysis. We use industry-standard security measures to protect any data transmitted or stored.

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Chess Blocker does not integrate with third-party advertising networks or data brokers. We do not sell, trade, or transfer your information to outside parties. Any analytics tools we use are configured to respect your privacy and anonymize data.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Chess Blocker is designed for users aged 13 and above. We collect age information during onboarding to ensure compliance with children's privacy laws. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

YOUR RIGHTS

You have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Access: Request information about what data we have collected
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data by contacting us
  • Correction: Update your age information in the app settings

CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

  • Website: Use our Feedback Form
  • In-App: Navigate to Settings > Contact Support

By using Chess Blocker, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.