Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 17.07.2026

Introduction

Welcome to Crown Masters: Chess 3D, provided by Hyperlink Infosystem Inc., registered in New York, New York, USA (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, process, and protect your information when you use our services and the Crown Masters: Chess 3D (“Application”, “Platform”).

By using the Application, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Application.

This Privacy Policy applies solely to data processed through the Application. It does not apply to third-party services accessed through the Application.

1. Data We Collect

The Application is designed with a strong focus on privacy. We do not intentionally collect personal information.

The Application offers three ways to play.

Guest Mode. If you play as a guest, we do not collect your name, email address, or any other personal information. Gameplay data and progress are stored locally on your device.

Sign In with Apple ID or Google Play Games. If you sign in through the App Store or Play Store, we receive a unique player identifier from Apple or Google, and, where you authorize it, your name and email address as made available by that provider. This enables cross-device save and progress sync, leaderboards, and account recovery.

Account Registration. If you create an account directly, we collect the name and email address you provide, and a password if applicable, to create and maintain your account.

In all cases, we may also automatically collect device type, operating system version, app usage and gameplay data, and anonymous device identifiers, used to maintain functionality, operate leaderboards or matchmaking, and improve performance.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

The information we collect is used to:

• Facilitate the functionality of our services.
• Enhance user experience and address technical issues.
• Comply with legal obligations and safeguard against fraud or security breaches.
• Create and manage user accounts.
• Enable cross-device progress synchronization.
• Operate leaderboards, matchmaking, or multiplayer features, where offered.

3. Processing of the Information

• Account or progress management: To create, authenticate, and maintain your account, and to synchronize game progress across devices.
• Service delivery and support: To respond to inquiries, provide troubleshooting, and address technical issues.
• Security and fraud prevention: To detect, prevent, and investigate security threats or abuse.
• Legal compliance: To meet legal obligations and enforce terms.
• Communications: To send administrative notices, policy updates, and service-related information where contact information is provided.

4. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

• Performance of contract: Providing the Services, managing purchases/donations, and supporting requested features.
• Legitimate interests: Ensuring security, improving the Services, analytics, and operating the platform.
• Legal obligations: Maintaining records as required by tax, accounting, and applicable laws.
• Consent: Where required for optional cookies/analytics or region-specific rights. Consent can be withdrawn at any time as described below.

5. Sharing of Information and Third Party Services

1. No Data Sharing With Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or transfer personal information to unrelated third parties for their marketing or advertising. While the App itself does not collect personal information, certain third-party platforms may collect limited technical data when you download or purchase the App. These may include:

• Apple App Store
• Google Play Store

Such services operate under their own privacy policies, and the Company does not control their data practices.

Where you choose to sign in with Apple ID or Google Play Games, those providers act as the source of your sign-in information, subject to their own privacy policies.

Where leaderboard or matchmaking features are enabled, your chosen display name may be visible to other players.

2. We May Share Information With

• Service providers: In limited circumstances, we may use trusted third-party service providers to support specific Application features such as payment processing for in-app purchases. These providers process data only as necessary to provide the requested functionality and are contractually obligated to protect user information.
• Affiliate Companies: We may for provisioning the services share information collected with the Affiliate companies located in India. Appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions are implemented with such Affiliates.
• Corporate events: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset transfers, subject to this Policy’s protections.
• Legal compliance and safety: Where required to comply with law, enforce terms, or protect rights, property, safety, or security.

3. International Data Transfers and Storage

• EEA/UK transfers: Where data is transferred outside the EEA/UK, appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions are implemented.
• Updates: If storage locations materially change, this Policy will be updated accordingly.

6. Cookies and Analytics

• Cookies are used to operate the Application, improve user experience, analyze traffic, and enhance security. The Application and its underlying services may use cookies or similar technologies, including mobile device identifiers and local storage, to maintain your usage session and improve app performance.
• Google Analytics may be used to understand service usage patterns on the Application or related pages. Users can opt out via Google’s tools. Additional information about Google’s processing is available in Google’s publicly available materials.

7. Data Storage

Guest Mode data remains stored locally on your device. If you sign in with Apple ID, Google Play Games, or register an account directly, your account information, meaning name, email, unique player identifier, and game progress, is stored on secure servers operated by the Company or its service providers, for the purpose of enabling your account and cross-device sync.

8. Data Retention

• Retention is limited to the duration necessary for the purposes described in this Policy.
• For accounts, data is retained while the account remains active and the Services are used.
• Upon a verified deletion request or account closure, associated personal data will be deleted within seven (7) days, subject to retention required by legal obligations (e.g., payments and invoices retained for regulatory periods).
• Account data is retained while your account remains active. Guest Mode data that exists only on your device is retained until you delete the Application or clear its local storage. Upon a verified account deletion request, associated account data will be deleted within seven (7) days, consistent with the retention terms described above.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against:

• Unauthorized access
• Alteration
• Disclosure
• Destruction

We have designed the Application to minimize data collection and maximize user privacy.

Users are responsible for securing their own devices and managing their locally stored content.

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure.

10. In-App Purchases

Payments are processed by third-party providers; payment credentials entered with those providers are not accessed by us. By making an in-app purchase through our App, you acknowledge and agree that all sales are final. We do not offer refunds or cancellations after purchase, except as required by applicable consumer protection laws.

All subscription plans and pricing are presented clearly within the App prior to purchase. Please review the plan details carefully before confirming your purchase.

For any concerns or support related to your purchase, you may contact us at legal.hyperlinkinfosystem@gmail.com, but please note that refunds will only be issued if mandated by law.

Before you complete a purchase, we clearly display price, recurring periods, billing intervals.

11. Sign In and Account Management

A guest may convert to a registered account at any time by signing in with Apple ID, Google Play Games, or by registering with a name and email address. Doing so links your existing local game progress to your account. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at legal.hyperlinkinfosystem@gmail.com.

12. Your Rights

Depending on jurisdiction, the following rights may apply:

• Access, rectification, and erasure: Request copies, corrections, or deletion of personal information.
• Restriction and objection: Request processing restrictions or object to certain processing, including where based on legitimate interests.
• Data portability: Request portable copies in a machine‑readable format where applicable.
• Consent withdrawal: Where processing is based on consent (e.g., certain cookies/analytics), consent may be withdrawn at any time via settings or by contacting us; this does not affect the lawfulness of prior processing.
• Marketing opt‑out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time. Service and transactional messages may still be sent.

13. GDPR‑Specific Disclosures (EEA/UK)

• Controller: We the entity managing the Services acts as the controller for personal data processed as described.
• Lawful bases: Performance of contract, legitimate interests, legal obligations, and consent (as detailed above).
• EEA/UK transfers: Adequacy decisions or Standard Contractual Clauses apply for transfers to non‑EEA/UK countries, including the United States.
• Rights and timelines: Access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, and portability requests will be addressed within thirty (30) calendar days. A nominal fee may be charged where permitted by law for excessive or manifestly unfounded requests.
• Complaints: Individuals may lodge a complaint with a competent supervisory authority in the EEA/UK in addition to contacting us.

California “Shine the Light”

California residents may request information about disclosures of certain categories of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing, if any, once per year free of charge.

14. Children’s Privacy

The Services are not intended for individuals under the age of thirteen (13). If it is learned that data has been collected from someone under 13 years of age, access will be terminated and the data will be deleted.

If you believe a child under 13 years of age has provided us with identifiable personal data, please contact us at legal.hyperlinkinfosystem@gmail.com and we will take steps to remove such information.

15. Changes to This Policy

This Policy may be updated from time to time. The “Last Updated” date will reflect changes. For material changes, reasonable efforts will be made to notify via in‑app notice or email if available. Continued use of the Services after changes indicates acceptance.

16. Contact Us

For questions or concerns related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us via email at legal.hyperlinkinfosystem@gmail.com with the subject line “Privacy Policy of Crown Masters: Chess 3D”.