Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Acorn Drop Studios LLC ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.acorndropstudios.com and related applications (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Services.

By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not access or use our Services.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name and email address when you contact us via our contact form or email
• Communications you send to us
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website or use our applications, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address and general geographic location (country/region)
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
• In-game activity and performance data (for our games)

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party platforms (such as app stores) as permitted by their privacy policies and applicable law.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our Services
• Respond to inquiries and customer support requests
• Send transactional and informational communications (with your consent where required)
• Improve, personalize, and expand our Services
• Understand and analyze how our Services are used
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Comply with applicable legal obligations

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our website and services (e.g., hosting, analytics), subject to confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Acorn Drop Studios LLC, our users, or others.
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of company assets, with appropriate notice to you.
• With Your Consent: In any other circumstances, only with your explicit consent.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device. We use:

• Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve it.

You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, some features of our Services may not function properly without cookies.

6. Children's Privacy

Our website and general services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at hello@acorndropstudios.com.

For our games and apps that are designed for or may be used by children, we comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and applicable regulations, including those of the Apple App Store.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: The right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: The right to request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: The right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Opt-Out: The right to opt out of certain uses of your information, such as marketing communications.
• California Residents (CCPA): California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know, delete, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@acorndropstudios.com.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, including app stores (Apple App Store, Google Play). We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, by providing additional notice (such as a notice on our website). Your continued use of our Services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: