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What Do These Terms Mean?

Application (App): Idle Merge Cats and all related services we provide
Company: The operator of the App ("we", "us", "our")
Personal Information: Information that identifies you or can reasonably be linked to you
Usage Data: Technical and behavioral information generated automatically during use
Device: Any phone, tablet, or computer used to access the App
Service Provider: A third party that processes personal information on our behalf
Account: Your in-app profile, progress, or session

What Data Do We Gather?

We collect two categories of information: data generated automatically in the background and data you choose to provide.

Category	Examples	Source
Usage Data	Cat merge progress, session time, crash logs	Automatic
Device Info	Model, OS, app version, screen size	Automatic
Identifiers	GAID, ANDROID_ID, IP address	Automatic
Ad IDs	GAID, IDFA (with consent)	Consent-based
PayPal Info	Email, name (withdrawals only)	You provide

Why Do We Need Your Data?

We use your information to keep Idle Merge Cats working, handle your account and transactions, send you relevant updates, and continuously improve the experience:

Gameplay — deliver cat merge puzzle features and sync your progress
Accounts — manage registration, authentication, and settings
Payments — process PayPal withdrawals and run fraud-prevention checks
Support — respond to inquiries and send permitted service updates
Analytics — measure campaigns, study usage, and improve performance
Compliance — meet legal obligations and support business transitions

When We Share Information

We're selective about sharing. Your information goes to our service providers, legal authorities when required, and business partners for joint offerings — never to random third parties:

Service Providers — hosting, analytics, support, and payment processing
Business Transfers — mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
Affiliates — entities under common control with us
Business Partners — co-branded features you actively choose
Public Interactions — content you voluntarily disclose
Legal Obligations — valid legal process or regulatory requests
With Your Consent — purposes you explicitly approve

PayPal Protection Promise: Your PayPal email and withdrawal details are never sold or rented. They are shared only when necessary for payout processing, fraud prevention, or legal compliance.

App Permissions

Idle Merge Cats requests only permissions essential for operation:

Permission	Purpose
`INTERNET`	Connectivity, ads, and updates
`ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`	Network quality optimization
`ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`	Stable Wi-Fi operations
`AD_ID`	Resettable advertising identifier
`VIBRATE`	Haptic feedback during gameplay
`ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`	Privacy Sandbox Topics API
`ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`	Campaign attribution measurement
`BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`	Install source tracking
`BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`	Optimized ad delivery
`ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`	Ad API compliance
`FOREGROUND_SERVICE`	Critical background tasks
`DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`	Secure internal messaging

Third-Party Services & Ad Partners

Ads are delivered through AppLovin and its mediation partner network.

May Be Shared

Resettable advertising identifiers
Device model, OS, screen size
Session frequency and duration
Ad impressions, clicks, conversions
Country and language

Never Shared

Email or phone number
Account credentials
Identity-linked game progress
Precise GPS location
PayPal withdrawal details

Partner Privacy Policies

Partner	Privacy Policy
AppLovin	applovin.com/privacy
Chartboost	chartboost.com/legal/privacy-policy
Google	policies.google.com/privacy
InMobi	inmobi.com/privacy-policy
IronSource	ironsource-mobile-privacy-policy
Kwai	kwai.com/legal
Fyber	fyber.com/privacy-policy
Mintegral	mintegral.com/en/privacy
Moloco	moloco.com/privacy-policy
Bytedance (Pangle)	pangleglobal.com/privacy
Vungle	vungle.com/privacy
Unity Ads	unity3d.com/legal/privacy-policy
Yandex	yandex.com/legal/confidential
BidMachine	bidmachine.io/docs
Verve	verve.com/privacy-policy
Bigo	bigo.tv/policy
TaurusX	publisher.taurusx.com/…

Data Security

Your personal information is protected through multiple layers of safeguards:

Encryption — TLS 1.2+ for data in transit; encryption at rest where applicable
Access Controls — role-based access limited to authorized personnel
Regular Audits — periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing
Partner Requirements — contractual security standards for all subprocessors

Analytics & Endpoints

Our backend at https://acq.mergeca.com/ supports gameplay delivery, progress synchronization, performance monitoring, anonymized analytics, issue detection, and customer support.

TLS 1.2+ encryption for all data transfers
Role-based access controls for authorized personnel only
Data minimization principles at every layer
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

Children's Privacy

Idle Merge Cats is not directed to children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact arthouseclemnt.deal@gmail.com and we will delete it promptly.

International Transfers

Your personal information may be processed on servers outside your country of residence. We apply encryption and contractual safeguards to provide equivalent protection during transfer and storage.

What Can You Do About Your Data?

Multiple data protection frameworks protect you. CCPA/CPRA (California), GDPR (EEA), and VCDPA (Virginia) each provide rights to access, correct, delete, and control your information.

CCPA / CPRA

California residents

Right to Know
Right to Delete
Right to Opt-Out of Sale
Right to Non-Discrimination

GDPR

EEA residents

Access
Rectification
Erasure
Restrict Processing
Object

VCDPA

Virginia residents

Access & Confirm
Correct
Delete
Data Portability
Opt-Out of targeted ads

Submit requests to arthouseclemnt.deal@gmail.com.

Opting Out

Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking → Allow Apps to Request to Track (off)

Email arthouseclemnt.deal@gmail.com with subject "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" to opt out of sale or sharing.

Disclosure Requirements

Business Transactions — information may transfer during mergers or acquisitions
Law Enforcement — we comply with valid legal process
Safety — disclosure to prevent fraud, abuse, or harm

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as it serves the purposes described here. Extended inactivity (90 consecutive days) triggers automatic deletion. Anonymized usage data may be kept for analytics.

Third-Party Links

External sites linked from the App have their own privacy policies. Review those policies before sharing personal information.

Do Not Track Signals

Idle Merge Cats does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals, as there is no industry-wide standard for DNT compliance. You can manage tracking through device settings and the opt-out methods described in this policy.

California Shine the Light

California residents may request information about personal information shared with third parties for their direct marketing purposes. Submit requests to arthouseclemnt.deal@gmail.com. We do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing without your consent.

Changes to This Policy

Revisions are posted on this page with an updated effective date
Material changes may be communicated via email or in-app notice
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

Idle Merge Cats Privacy Policy