Privacy Policy for Gear Clocks
Future Bot Pvt. Ltd. ("we", "us", or "our") operates the Gear Clocks mobile game (the "Game"), available on Google Play. This Privacy Policy explains what information the Game handles, how it is used, and the choices you have.
By installing and playing the Game, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information we collect
Gear Clocks does not require an account. We do not ask for, and the Game does not access, your name, email address, phone number, home address, contacts, photos, files, microphone, camera, or precise location.
We do not run our own servers that store your gameplay or personal data. The only information that leaves your device is collected by the advertising service described in section 3.
2. Game progress and local storage
The Game stores the following on your device only, to provide its features:
- Level progress and stars earned
- Daily puzzle progress
- Game settings, such as sound and vibration
- Other gameplay preferences
We cannot see this data. It is removed when you uninstall the Game or clear its app data.
3. Advertising and third-party services
Gear Clocks is free and shows ads. Ads are provided by Google AdMob, a service of Google LLC. To show and measure ads, AdMob and its partners may collect and use information from your device, such as:
- Advertising ID (a resettable identifier on your device)
- IP address and approximate location derived from it
- Device and software details, such as model, operating system version, language, and screen size
- App interaction data, such as ads viewed or tapped
- Diagnostic and crash information related to ads
This information is used to deliver ads, limit how often you see an ad, prevent fraud and abuse, and measure ad performance. Ads may be personalized based on your interests, or non-personalized, depending on your device settings and the consent choices available in your region.
We do not sell your personal information. Google handles the data it collects under its own policies:
The Game also relies on Google Play and your device's operating system for distribution, updates, and (if you use them) payments. These services process information under their own privacy policies.
4. Your choices for ads
- Reset or delete your advertising ID: Open your phone's Settings, then Privacy (or Google), then Ads, and choose to reset or delete your advertising ID.
- Opt out of personalized ads: In the same Ads settings, turn off ads personalization.
- Consent in the EEA, UK, and Switzerland: If you are in these regions, the Game asks for your consent before personalized ads are shown. You can change your choice later from the privacy options in the Game's settings, where available.
Opting out does not remove ads. It makes them less relevant to you.
5. Location information
Gear Clocks does not request access to your device's location. Ad providers may infer a general location, such as your country or city, from your IP address.
6. In-app purchases
Gear Clocks does not currently offer in-app purchases. If this changes, payments will be handled by Google Play, and we will not receive your card or banking details.
7. Children's privacy
Gear Clocks is a general-audience puzzle game and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information through the Game, contact us and we will help resolve it.
8. Data security
We keep no user database for the Game. Progress stored on your device is protected by your device's security, such as your screen lock and operating system protections. Data sent to advertising partners is handled under their security practices.
9. Data retention and deletion
We do not hold personal data that you could ask us to delete. You can remove all Game data from your device by uninstalling the Game or clearing its storage in your phone's Settings.
For data held by Google AdMob, you can manage or delete your Google activity at myactivity.google.com and reset your advertising ID as described in section 4.
10. Your rights
Depending on where you live, such as India under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, or the EEA and UK under the GDPR, you may have rights to access, correct, or erase your personal data, and to withdraw consent. Because we do not hold personal data about you, most requests are handled through the device and ad settings above. Contact us if you have a question or request.
11. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy if the Game's features or data practices change, for example when new features or services are added. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date.
12. Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or Gear Clocks, contact us:
Gear Clocks Support
Reporting a problem
To help us fix it quickly, include:
- Your phone model and Android version
- The level or daily puzzle where it happened
- What you expected, and what happened instead
- A screenshot or screen recording, if you can
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an account to play?
No. Gear Clocks has no sign-up or login. Just install and play.
Where is my progress saved?
Level progress, stars, settings, and daily puzzle progress are saved on your device only.
I lost my progress. Can you restore it?
Because progress lives only on your device, we cannot restore it. Uninstalling the Game or clearing its app data erases it. A new phone starts fresh.
How do I reset the Game?
Open your phone's Settings, go to Apps, choose Gear Clocks, then Storage, and tap Clear data. You can also uninstall and reinstall the Game.
The Game is stuck or crashing.
Close the Game fully and reopen it. Then update Gear Clocks from Google Play and restart your phone. If it still happens, email us with the details above.
Why does the Game show ads?
Gear Clocks is free, and ads help us keep it that way. Ads are served by Google AdMob.
How do I stop personalized ads?
Open your phone’s Settings, go to Privacy (or Google), then Ads, and turn off ads personalization or reset your advertising ID.
What information does the Game collect?
We collect no account or personal details. The ad service may collect device information such as your advertising ID. See the Privacy Policy for details.
Feedback
Ideas for new puzzles or features are welcome at [email protected].