1. Who we are
MageCat Games (“MageCat”, “we”, “us”) is an independent mobile game studio based at ATOM, METU Teknokent, Ankara, Türkiye. We are the data controller for the personal data described in this policy.
You can reach us at any time at info@magecatgames.com.
2. Scope
This policy explains how we handle information when you visit our website (magecatgames.com) or play our mobile games, including Miner Sort and Sweet Merge (together, the “Services”). It applies to any MageCat app that links to this page, including through the “Privacy Policy” button in the game settings.
3. Data we collect
3.1 Website
- No accounts, forms or tracking cookies. Our website does not use advertising or analytics cookies.
- Language preference. Your EN/TR choice is saved only in your own browser (local storage) and never sent to us.
- Fonts. We load fonts from Google Fonts, so your browser connects to Google servers, which receive your IP address and browser information.
- Server logs. Our hosting provider may automatically record technical data such as IP address, date/time and requested pages for security and operations.
- Email. If you email us, we receive your email address and whatever you choose to write.
3.2 Games
- Game data on your device. Progress, levels, scores, unlocked items and settings (sound, music, language) are stored locally on your device. We do not require you to create an account.
- Device and usage data. Through third-party services built into our games, the following may be collected: advertising identifier (IDFA / Google Advertising ID) where permitted, IP address, device model, operating system, language, country, app version, gameplay events (e.g. level started/completed, session length) and crash reports.
- Third-party services we may use for this, such as Unity Ads and Google AdMob (advertising), and Google Firebase and GameAnalytics (analytics and crash reporting). Each processes data under its own privacy policy.
- Purchases. Any in-app purchases are handled by Apple App Store or Google Play. We receive confirmation of the purchase, but never your payment card details.
We do not intentionally collect your name, precise location, contacts, photos or other sensitive data.
4. How we use data
- To run the games and save your progress and settings;
- To show advertisements and offer rewarded ads that keep our games free;
- To understand how players use the games so we can balance levels, fix bugs and improve the experience;
- To detect fraud, abuse and technical problems;
- To reply to your messages and support requests;
- To comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell your personal data.
5. Legal bases
Under the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK) and, where applicable, the EU/UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on:
- Performance of a contract – to provide the game you choose to play;
- Consent – for personalized advertising and tracking where the law requires it (you can withdraw it at any time);
- Legitimate interests – for analytics, security and improving our Services;
- Legal obligation – where the law requires us to keep or disclose data.
6. Ads & your choices
- iOS: We ask for permission through Apple’s App Tracking Transparency prompt before using your advertising identifier for tracking. You can change this anytime in Settings › Privacy & Security › Tracking.
- Android: You can reset or delete your advertising ID in Settings › Google › Ads.
- EEA / UK / Switzerland: Where required, we show a consent message before personalized ads are served. If you do not consent, you may still see non-personalized ads.
- Rewarded ads are always optional.
7. Sharing & international transfers
We share data only with service providers who help us run the Services (advertising, analytics, crash reporting, hosting, app stores), and with authorities when required by law. Some of these providers are located outside Türkiye (for example in the EU or the United States). Where data is transferred abroad, we rely on the safeguards permitted by KVKK and the GDPR, such as standard contractual clauses or your explicit consent.
8. Retention
Game data stored on your device stays there until you delete the app or clear its data. Analytics and advertising data are kept by the relevant providers for the periods set out in their policies (typically no longer than 14–26 months for analytics). Emails are kept as long as needed to handle your request and then deleted, unless we must keep them by law.
9. Children
Our games are made for a general audience and are not directed at children under 13 (or the higher minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that a child’s data has been collected without appropriate consent, we will delete it. Parents can contact us at info@magecatgames.com.
10. Your rights
Depending on where you live (including under KVKK Article 11 and the GDPR), you may have the right to:
- learn whether we process your data and request a copy;
- ask us to correct or delete your data;
- object to or restrict processing, and withdraw consent;
- request data portability;
- learn about third parties your data was shared with;
- lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, such as the Turkish Personal Data Protection Authority (KVKK Kurumu) or your local EU data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, email info@magecatgames.com. Because we generally do not know who you are, it helps to include your device’s advertising ID or the details of your request. We will reply within 30 days.
11. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we work with reputable providers and limit access to data to people who need it.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy as our games and the law evolve. We will change the effective date above and, for significant changes, let you know in the game or on our website.
13. Contact
MageCat Games
ATOM, METU Teknokent, Ankara, Türkiye
info@magecatgames.com