Privacy Policy for Treasure Hunt Maker

Nigelware ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Treasure Hunt Maker mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.

Information We Collect

User-Created Content

Treasure Hunt Maker allows you to create treasure hunts that include:

• Hunt Details: Titles, clue text, and final reveal messages you write
• Photos: Images you select from your photo library for cover images, hints, and the final reveal
• Audio Recordings: Voice recordings you create as audio hints for hunt clues
• Passcodes: Text-based passcodes you set for clue unlocking (stored in hashed form when published)

Player Information

• Player Names: When someone plays a published hunt, they may optionally enter their name. This name is stored in the cloud so the hunt creator can see who played their hunt
• Play Activity: When a hunt is played, we record basic play session data (start time, completion status, and number of clues completed) to provide the hunt creator with activity information

Automatically Collected Data

• Device Information: iOS version and device model (for app optimization and compatibility)
• Subscription Status: Whether you have an active subscription, managed through our payment provider

Data You Choose to Share

• Published Hunts: When you publish a hunt, its content (title, clues, photos, audio, and final reveal) is uploaded to Apple's iCloud servers so that recipients can access it via a share link
• Feedback: Any feedback or support requests you choose to submit

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide the core App functionality: creating, publishing, sharing, and playing treasure hunts
• Store and deliver published hunts to recipients via Apple CloudKit
• Display play activity to hunt creators (player names, completion status)
• Manage subscription status and enforce publish limits for free users
• Improve app performance and user experience
• Provide customer support when requested

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

• Draft Hunts: Hunts you create are stored locally on your device until you choose to publish them
• Play Progress: Your progress on hunts you play is stored locally on your device so you can resume where you left off
• Preferences: Your app settings and publish count are stored locally on your device and synced via iCloud Key-Value Store

Cloud Storage

• Published Hunts: When you publish a hunt, its content is uploaded to Apple's CloudKit public database so recipients can access it. This includes the hunt title, clue text, photos, audio recordings, and final reveal content
• Play Sessions: When someone plays a published hunt, basic session data (player name, start time, completion status) is stored in CloudKit so the hunt creator can view activity on their hunt
• Automatic Expiration: Published hunts automatically expire and are removed from cloud storage after 30 days
• Passcode Security: Any passcodes set on hunt clues are cryptographically hashed (SHA-256) before being stored in the cloud. The original passcode text is never uploaded

Device Permissions

The App may request the following device permissions:

• Camera: To scan QR codes hidden at clue locations during hunt play
• Photo Library: To save QR codes for printing and to select photos for use in your hunts
• Microphone: To record voice hints for hunt clues

These permissions are optional and only requested when you use the corresponding feature. You can manage these permissions at any time through your device's Settings app.

Third-Party Services

Apple CloudKit

We use Apple's CloudKit service to store and deliver published hunts and play session data. CloudKit is governed by Apple's Privacy Policy. Data stored in CloudKit is hosted on Apple's servers and is subject to Apple's security practices.

Superwall

We use Superwall to manage the presentation of subscription offers within the App. Superwall may collect basic device and interaction data to deliver and optimize paywall experiences. For more information, see Superwall's Privacy Policy.

Subscription Management

In-app subscriptions and purchases are processed through the Apple App Store. Payment information is handled entirely by Apple and is never collected or stored by Nigelware. Subscription status is used solely to determine feature access within the App.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. Hunt content is only shared with recipients you choose to share with via the hunt link. Player names and play session data are only visible to the hunt creator. We do not use your content for advertising or marketing purposes.

Data Retention

• Local Data: Remains on your device until you delete hunts or remove the App
• Published Hunts: Automatically expire and are removed from cloud storage after 30 days from the publish date
• Play Sessions: Stored in CloudKit for as long as the associated hunt exists. Removed when the hunt creator deletes the hunt or the hunt expires
• Account Data: No user accounts are created. Your data is tied to your device and iCloud account

Children's Privacy

Treasure Hunt Maker is designed to be used by families, including children playing hunts created by parents or guardians. The App does not require children to create accounts or provide personal information. Player names entered during play are optional and can be skipped. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 beyond optional player names provided with parental involvement. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data stored within the App
• Delete your local data by removing hunts or uninstalling the App
• Control device permissions (camera, microphone, photo library) through your device's Settings
• Choose not to publish hunts, keeping all data local to your device
• Skip providing a player name when playing a hunt
• Contact us with any privacy-related questions

App Store Integration

This App is distributed through the Apple App Store and is subject to Apple's privacy policies and terms of service in addition to our own.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy within the App or through app updates. Changes are effective immediately upon posting.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: