Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
In the following, we provide information about the collection of personal data when using our mobile application "hotBox Party" (hereinafter "the App") and our website www.gurtech.co/hotbox.
Personal data is any data that can be related to a specific natural person, such as their name, IP address, or device identifier.
1.1. Contact details
The controller within the meaning of Art. 4 para. 7 EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:
1.2. Scope of data processing and legal bases
We detail the scope of data processing below. In principle, the following come into consideration as the legal basis for data processing:
- Art. 6 para. 1 s. 1 lit. b GDPR is the legal basis insofar as the processing of personal data is necessary for the performance of a contract (e.g., unlocking premium content via In-App Purchase).
- Art. 6 para. 1 s. 1 lit. f GDPR serves as the legal basis when we can rely on legitimate interests to process personal data (e.g., technical stability and fraud prevention).
1.3. Storage duration
Unless expressly stated in this privacy policy, the data stored by us will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required for their intended purpose. Transactional data related to purchases is retained to strictly comply with tax laws and to allow for the restoration of purchases.
2. Data Processing in the App
2.1. General Use of the App
The App is designed to be usable without creating a user account. We do not require you to provide your name, email address, or phone number to play the game. Game data (such as player names entered manually during a session) is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
2.2. In-App Purchases and Subscriptions
To manage In-App Purchases and Subscriptions, we use third-party infrastructure to ensure security and reliability.
- Service Provider: RevenueCat, Inc. (USA)
- Data Processed: To validate your subscription, the App generates an anonymous User ID and collects your Device ID and Purchase History (receipts from Apple).
- Purpose: This data is strictly used to validate that you have paid for "Pro" features and to allow you to restore your purchases if you reinstall the App or switch devices.
- Legal Basis: Art. 6 para. 1 s. 1 lit. b GDPR (Performance of a contract).
- Data Transfer: RevenueCat processes data in the USA. The security of the data transferred is guaranteed by Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
2.3. Hosting and Website
Our website (www.gurtech.co/hotbox) is used for informational purposes. When you visit our website, the hosting provider may automatically collect meta/communication data (e.g., IP address, browser type) to ensure the stability and security of the site.
Legal Basis: Art. 6 para. 1 s. 1 lit. f GDPR (Legitimate interest in security).
3. Permissions
The App may request access to certain device features. You can revoke these permissions at any time in your device settings.
- Network Access: Required to communicate with the App Store and RevenueCat servers to validate subscriptions.
4. Data Processing on Social Media Platforms
We maintain a profile on Instagram to present our App and interact with users.
- Instagram: @hotbox_party
- Provider: Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd., Dublin, Ireland.
- Privacy Policy: Instagram Privacy Policy
If you contact us via our profile, we process the data provided (e.g., username, message content) to respond to your inquiry. This is our legitimate interest (Art. 6 para. 1 s. 1 lit. f GDPR).
5. Rights of Data Subjects
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of access,
- Right to correction or deletion,
- Right to limit processing,
- Right to object to the processing,
- Right to data transferability,
- Right to revoke a given consent at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: app.hotbox@gmail.com.
6. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to change this privacy policy with effect for the future. The current version will always be available via our website or App Store listing.