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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 23, 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Comets ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you download, install, or play Comets (the "Game", package name com.tex.comets) on Android devices via Google Play, or when you visit our website.

Comets is a free-to-play real-time multiplayer space shooter. By using the Game or our website you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Game.

2. Information We Collect

We try to collect only what is strictly needed to run the Game, keep the arena fair, and improve stability.

a. Information you provide

  • Nickname / callsign — the in-game name you type before entering the arena. Sent to the game server and shown to other players on the leaderboard and during matches.
  • Avatar emoji — an optional emoji you pick to represent your ship. Stored locally in your device settings and sent to the server on each connection.
  • Language preference — stored locally on your device only; not sent to our servers.

b. Account data (optional, only if you sign in)

If you choose to sign in with Google Play Games Services, we receive from Google a stable player identifier (the Google account "sub" claim). We store this identifier on our servers to keep your progress linked to your account across devices and reinstalls. We do not receive your email address, real name, or contacts through this flow.

If you play as a guest, we instead generate a random anonymous identifier (UUID) the first time you launch the Game, store it locally on your device, and send it to the server so returning guest players keep their stats.

c. Gameplay data

  • Match events such as kills, deaths, score, best run, ship loadout, and other metrics needed to run matches and leaderboards.
  • Chat-like emoji reactions you send during a match.

d. Technical information collected automatically

  • IP address — used for session routing and to mitigate abuse; not stored long-term with your gameplay record.
  • Latency / connection metrics — used to diagnose network issues.
  • Device & OS information — such as model, Android version, and locale, when reported by Google Play or by our analytics SDK.
  • Crash and error logs — used to diagnose and fix bugs.

e. Analytics

The Game integrates Google Analytics for Apps (via the Measurement Protocol) to understand how the Game is used and to improve it. On first launch we generate a random analytics client ID (UUID) stored locally on your device. This ID is sent with events such as "Game Start" and a small number of gameplay milestones. The ID is not linked to your real-world identity.

f. Advertising

The Game includes the Google AdMob SDK to show ads. AdMob may collect information such as your device's advertising identifier, coarse location (country-level), IP address, and interaction with ads, as described in Google's partner privacy policy. We do not share your Comets account data with advertisers and we do not use your gameplay data for ad targeting.

g. Information we do not collect

We do not collect your real name, email address, phone number, photos, contacts, microphone input, or precise (GPS-level) location.

3. How We Use Information

  • To run multiplayer matches and leaderboards.
  • To persist your progress, best run, and ship configuration between sessions.
  • To detect cheating, exploits, and abusive behavior.
  • To diagnose crashes, network issues, and performance problems.
  • To understand aggregated usage (via Google Analytics) and improve the Game.
  • To display ads (via Google AdMob) that help keep the Game free.

We do not sell your personal information, and we do not use your gameplay data to build advertising profiles about you.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable (for example, under the EU GDPR or UK GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases:

  • Performance of a contract — to provide the Game and its multiplayer features.
  • Legitimate interests — to keep the Game secure, prevent cheating, measure performance, and improve the product.
  • Consent — where required for personalized advertising or for optional analytics in your jurisdiction.

5. Sharing of Information

We share limited information only with:

  • Google Play & Google Play Games Services — for app distribution, optional sign-in, and player identity verification.
  • Google Analytics — for anonymous usage analytics.
  • Google AdMob — for serving ads within the Game.
  • Hosting & infrastructure providers — that run our game servers and databases on our behalf, under confidentiality obligations.
  • Authorities — where required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights and safety of our players or the Game.

Your nickname, avatar emoji, and score are publicly visible to other players during matches and on the leaderboard.

6. Data Retention

We keep your gameplay record (linked to your guest UUID or Google Play Games identifier) for as long as your account is active. Crash logs, IP logs, and similar technical data are kept for a limited period (typically up to 90 days) and then deleted or anonymized. You can request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 8).

7. Security

We use industry-standard safeguards — encrypted WebSocket connections (TLS), access controls, and secure hosting — to protect your information. No system is perfectly secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security, but we work hard to reduce risk.

8. Deletion & Local Controls

You are in control of the identifiers the Game stores on your device:

  • Clearing the Game's storage in your Android settings, or uninstalling the Game, removes the local guest UUID, analytics client ID, and avatar / nickname preferences from your device.
  • To reset personalized advertising at the OS level, see Section 9.

You can also ask us to delete the gameplay record tied to your account (guest UUID or Google Play Games identifier) by writing to tex@comets.lol. To help us locate the record, please include your in-game nickname and (if applicable) the Google account you used to sign in, or the guest UUID your device holds.

Depending on where you live (for example, under the EU / UK GDPR or similar laws), you may have additional statutory rights with respect to your personal data. Where those laws apply, you can exercise those rights by contacting us at the address above.

9. Advertising Choices

You can limit ad personalization at the OS level through your Android settings: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization (or Delete advertising ID on newer Android versions). You may also reset your advertising ID from the same menu.

10. Children's Privacy

Comets is not directed to children under 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under that age. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.

11. International Transfers

Our servers may be located in countries different from the one in which you live. When we transfer personal data across borders, we use appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses, as required by applicable law.

12. Third-Party Services

The Game interacts with third-party services listed below. Each has its own privacy policy, which we recommend you review:

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a new "Last updated" date and will be effective as soon as it is posted. For material changes we will provide a more prominent notice (for example, an in-game notification or banner on the website).

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at tex@comets.lol.

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