Privacy Policy

App: dotChess
Effective date: February 13, 2026

Summary: dotChess collects limited account information when you sign in using Apple or Google. The app also displays ads through Google AdMob.

Information We Collect

When you sign in using Apple or Google, we may receive:

• Your name (if provided by the identity provider)
• Your email address (or a private relay email for Apple Sign In)
• A unique authentication identifier

This information is used solely to create and manage your dotChess account.

Game Data

We store gameplay-related information such as:

• Your username
• Game history and moves
• Ratings and statistics

This data is required for multiplayer functionality.

Third-Party Authentication

Authentication is handled by Apple Sign In and Google Sign-In. We do not receive your password. Your use of those services is subject to their privacy policies.

Third-Party Advertising (AdMob)

dotChess displays advertisements using Google AdMob. AdMob may automatically collect:

• Device identifiers (e.g., advertising ID)
• IP address
• Approximate location (via IP)
• Ad interaction data
• Device and app information

We do not control AdMob’s data processing. For details, see:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

How We Use Information

• To authenticate your account
• To provide multiplayer functionality
• To maintain ratings and match history
• To serve advertisements

Sharing

We do not sell personal information. Account data is used only for app functionality. Advertising data is handled by AdMob according to its policies.

Data Retention

Account and gameplay data are retained while your account remains active. You may request deletion of your account by contacting us.

Security

We use reasonable safeguards to protect stored account information. Authentication credentials are handled by Apple or Google and are not stored by us.

Children’s Privacy

dotChess is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Your Choices

• You may stop using the app at any time.
• You may request account deletion.
• You may manage ad personalization in your device settings.

Changes to This Policy

If we update our practices, this policy and its effective date will be revised.

Contact

If you have questions or wish to request account deletion:
dotreduce@gmail.com