Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 4, 2026
Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how “VPN: Idle Tycoon” (“the Game”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with Google Play Policies and international data protection standards (GDPR, COPPA).
- Local Game Data: Game progress (currency, levels), upgrade history, and settings. Stored locally via Unity PlayerPrefs.
- Technical Identifiers: We collect Advertising ID (AAID), Android ID, and IP addresses. These are processed via third-party SDKs for functional and analytical purposes.
2. Third-Party Services
The Game integrates the following services:
Google AdMob (Advertising):
- Collects Device IDs and IP addresses to deliver ads.
- Uses AdMob’s “Tag for Child Directed Treatment” for our 9+ audience.
- Max ad content rating is set to “G” (General).
- Google Privacy Policy
Firebase Analytics (Google Analytics):
- Collects app usage statistics, session duration, and crash reports.
- Uses IP addresses for approximate geographic location detection (country/city level).
- Firebase Privacy Information
Unity SDK:
- Collects hardware information (device model, OS version) for performance optimization.
- Unity Privacy Policy
We use the collected information for:
- Game Functionality: Saving progress and calculating offline earnings.
- Advertising: Delivering rewarded videos and managing ad frequency.
- Analytics: Monitoring app performance and improving user experience.
- Security & Fraud Prevention: Using IP addresses to detect bot activity and ensure fair gameplay.
Limited Personal Data Collection
We do NOT collect direct identification data such as:
- Names, Email addresses, or Phone numbers.
- Physical addresses or Payment information.
- Contacts, photos, or sensitive personal data.
Data Safety and Security
- Encryption: All data transmitted to third-party services is encrypted via HTTPS.
- Data Sharing: We share technical identifiers with the partners listed above.
- Data Deletion: You can delete all local data by uninstalling the Game or clearing the app cache in device settings.
Children’s and Family Privacy
The Game is rated for users aged 9 and older. We comply with the Google Play Families Policy:
- We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
- We restrict data collection to persistent identifiers necessary for internal operations.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence (including the United States) where our service providers operate. These transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
Your Rights and Choices
- Opt-out of Ads: Android Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization.
- Data Access: All gameplay data is stored locally and accessible via the Game interface.
If you have questions, please contact:
- Developer: Ignis Apps
- Email: ge.vovabelikov@gmail.com
Consent
By installing and playing “VPN: Idle Tycoon”, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.