Privacy Policy for Park Gems

Effective Date: 04/07/2026

Park Gems (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the Park Gems mobile application (the “App”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the App.

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1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide
• Account information (such as username, email address, or Apple ID)
• User-generated content (reviews, ratings, comments, gem discoveries)
• Support requests or communications

b. Automatically Collected Information
• Device information (device type, operating system)
• App usage data (features used, session duration, interactions)
• Approximate location data (if enabled)

c. Location Data

If you grant permission, Park Gems may collect your location to:
• Show nearby park gems
• Enhance map-based features
• Improve recommendations

You can disable location access at any time in your device settings.

d. Game Center & Cloud Services

If you use Apple Game Center or iCloud/CloudKit:
• We may access your Game Center username and achievements
• Data may be stored and synced via Apple’s CloudKit services

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
• Provide and improve the App’s functionality
• Personalize your experience (XP, levels, achievements)
• Display nearby gems and map features
• Sync your progress across devices
• Respond to support requests
• Monitor app performance and usage trends

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3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share information:
• With Apple services (Game Center, CloudKit) as required for functionality
• With service providers that help operate the app (analytics, crash reporting)
• If required by law or to protect our rights

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4. Data Storage & Security
• Data may be stored locally on your device and/or in Apple CloudKit
• We take reasonable measures to protect your data
• No method of transmission is 100% secure

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5. Your Choices

You can:
• Disable location services in device settings
• Delete the app to remove locally stored data
• Manage Apple account data through your Apple ID settings

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6. Children’s Privacy

Park Gems is not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

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7. Third-Party Services

The App may use:
• Apple Game Center
• Apple CloudKit
• Apple Maps

These services are governed by Apple’s privacy policies.

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8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be reflected by updating the “Effective Date.”

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9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, contact us at:

Email: contact@d-cade.com
Company: D.Cade LLC