HanZi Combo — Privacy Policy

1. Summary

HanZi Combo is a single-player educational card game. We do not require you to create an account. Gameplay data is stored on your device. If you enable optional iCloud backup on Apple devices, certain collection data may sync through Apple iCloud. We do not sell your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information stored on your device

The App stores data locally on your device, which may include:

• Game progress and run saves
• Settings (for example language preference)
• Collection / gallery data (scores, unlocked content, recorded sentences)
• Other gameplay state needed for CONTINUE and OPTIONS features

This information stays on your device unless you enable optional iCloud sync on Apple devices (see Section 3), use your platform's device backup features, or otherwise back up your device through Apple or Google services.

2.2 Information we do not collect

We do not collect:

• Name, email, or account credentials through the App
• Precise location
• Contacts, photos, or microphone audio for recording
• Advertising identifiers for third-party ads
• Analytics profiles sold to data brokers

Contacting support by email (bluehit@foxmail.com) is voluntary. If you email us, we receive whatever you include in that message (for example device model and screenshots) solely to respond to your request.

2.3 Text-to-speech (TTS)

The App may use on-device or system text-to-speech features to read Chinese phrases aloud. Speech processing is performed by the device / operating-system frameworks (Apple or Google). We do not operate a separate speech-recording server for this feature.

3. iCloud (Optional, Apple Devices)

If you enable iCloud backup in OPTIONS on iOS / iPadOS, the App may sync selected collection data (for example scores, literary-master collection, ornate / nonsense sentence records) using Apple iCloud.

• Mid-run game saves remain local to the device.
• iCloud sync is controlled by your Apple ID and Apple’s iCloud settings.
• Apple’s handling of iCloud data is governed by Apple’s privacy policy and terms.

You can turn this feature off in OPTIONS. Disabling sync does not automatically delete data already stored in iCloud; manage that through your Apple ID / iCloud settings if needed.

On Android, collection and save data remain on the device (and may be included in Google’s standard Android backup if enabled on your device). The App does not require a Google account to play.

4. How We Use Information

Local App data is used only to:

• Provide gameplay, saves, settings, and collection features
• Restore CONTINUE progress on the same device
• Optionally sync collection data via iCloud when you enable it (Apple)

Support emails are used only to investigate and respond to your request.

5. Sharing

We do not sell personal information.

We do not share App gameplay data with third-party advertisers or analytics networks for marketing.

Data may be processed by Apple or Google as part of operating system and store services you use (including App Store / Google Play distribution, device backups, and optional iCloud on Apple devices). Those services are subject to Apple’s or Google’s policies.

If required by law, we may disclose information necessary to comply with a valid legal request.

6. Data Retention

• On-device data remains until you delete the App, clear App data, or reset the device.
• Optional iCloud collection data remains according to your iCloud settings and Apple’s retention practices.
• Support emails are kept only as long as needed to handle your request and related follow-up.

7. Children

HanZi Combo is a language-learning game suitable for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the App. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us by email, contact bluehit@foxmail.com and we will delete it from our correspondence where reasonably possible.

8. Your Choices

• Delete local App data by removing the App or using device settings.
• Disable optional iCloud collection backup in OPTIONS (Apple devices).
• Manage iCloud / device backups in iOS / iPadOS Settings, or Android backup settings on Google devices.
• Contact bluehit@foxmail.com for privacy questions or deletion requests related to support email correspondence.

9. International Users

The App is distributed through the Apple App Store and Google Play. Device and optional cloud / backup processing may occur in regions where Apple or Google operate. By using the App you understand that platform infrastructure may process data according to Apple’s or Google’s terms and your account region.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will change when we do. Continued use of the App after an update means you accept the revised policy. Material changes may also be noted in store release notes when appropriate.

11. Contact

For privacy questions or requests:
bluehit@foxmail.com

App name: HanZi Combo