Privacy Policy for OneNinetyFive: World Geography

1. Introduction and Scope of Policy

Welcome to OneNinetyFive: World Geography. This Privacy Policy is a legally binding document that describes how Nascentra Labs collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application. We are deeply committed to maintaining the highest standards of data privacy and transparency. This policy applies to all users worldwide and covers the data interactions occurring within the Android environment. By accessing or using OneNinetyFive, you signify that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices outlined here. Our primary mission is to provide an educational geography tool that respects user autonomy and minimizes data footprint, ensuring that your learning experience is both enriching and private.

2. Identity of the Data Controller

The data controller responsible for the processing of information within OneNinetyFive: World Geography is Nascentra Labs (also referred to interchangeably as "Nascentra"). As the developer, we determine the technical architecture of the app and how it interacts with external services like Google Play Games. Since we do not utilize private virtual servers (VPS) or independent user databases, our role as a controller involves managing the logic that fetches data from Google’s infrastructure and stores it on your local device. Nascentra Labs is dedicated to ensuring that all data processing activities are conducted in accordance with global privacy regulations, including the GDPR and CCPA, prioritizing your digital safety at every step.

3. Definition of Key Terms

To ensure this document is easily understood by all geography enthusiasts, we define several critical terms. "Personal Data" refers to any information that can identify you, such as your Google display name or email address provided during support. "Google Play Games Services" (GPGS) refers to the third-party infrastructure provided by Google for syncing game progress and managing leaderboards. "Local Storage" refers to the private space on your Android device (such as Shared Preferences or SQLite databases) where your game state is saved. "Processing" refers to any operation performed on data, such as fetching your profile picture to show it on the dashboard. Understanding these terms helps clarify the boundaries between what stays on your phone and what is handled by Google.

4. Personal Data Collected Directly from You

OneNinetyFive: World Geography is designed to be accessible without the need for a proprietary account registration process. We do not ask for your name, phone number, or physical address to unlock the game’s content. The only instance where we receive personal data directly from you is when you choose to reach out for assistance. When you use the "Support" button or email us at nascentra@gmail.com, you may provide your email address and the contents of your message. We use this information strictly to respond to your specific inquiry. This direct data collection is reactive and voluntary, ensuring that you remain in control of the information you share with Nascentra Labs.

5. Data Collected Automatically via App Usage

As you navigate the world through our app, certain technical metrics are processed automatically to ensure a stable user experience. If you choose to contact us via the in-app support feature, the app may append technical metadata to your message, including your device's hardware name, current Android OS version, and the version of OneNinetyFive you are currently running. This is essential for our technical team to troubleshoot device-specific bugs or compatibility issues. Beyond this, the app tracks internal game metrics like your "lives" count and "daily streaks." These data points are generated by the app's internal logic and are primarily stored locally to maintain the flow of your geography challenges.

6. Information Obtained from Third-Party Sources

Our application leverages the Google Play Games Services API to enhance your experience. If you choose to sign in with your Google account, we fetch your public profile information, specifically your display name and profile picture. This allows the app to greet you personally and display your identity on the global leaderboards. We may also fetch and sync your game scores, achievements, and streak data through Google’s cloud. It is important to understand that Nascentra does not "own" this data; we are simply a consumer of the information you have already authorized Google to share with apps. Your interaction with these third-party features is subject to Google’s own Privacy Policy and your personal account settings.

7. Purposes for Which We Process Your Data

Every piece of data processed by OneNinetyFive serves a specific, functional purpose designed to improve your educational journey. Your Google profile name and picture are used for UI personalization and to foster a sense of community on the leaderboards. Game-related metrics like streaks and scores are processed to track your progress and reward your geographic knowledge. Technical device data provided during support requests is used solely for diagnostic purposes to ensure the app runs smoothly across the thousands of different Android device configurations. We do not process your data for advertising, market research, or any purpose that does not directly contribute to the app's core functionality or user support.

8. Legal Grounds for Data Processing

In compliance with international laws like the GDPR, we process data based on valid legal foundations. For the integration of Google Play Games and cloud synchronization, our legal basis is "Contractual Necessity," as these services are required to provide the features you opt into. For game mechanics like life regeneration and streak tracking, we rely on "Legitimate Interest" to maintain game balance and user engagement. For support communications, the legal basis is "Consent," which you provide by initiating the contact. We ensure that our processing activities are proportionate and do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms, maintaining a strict focus on data minimization.

9. Data Processing Related to In-App Purchases and Payments

OneNinetyFive: World Geography offers virtual items, such as gems for life restoration or specialized content packs, through the Google Play Billing API. It is a core privacy principle of Nascentra Labs that we never handle your sensitive financial information. When you make a purchase, the entire transaction—including credit card processing and fraud detection—is managed by Google. We do not collect, store, or share your billing address or payment methods. We only receive a successful transaction notification from Google, which contains a unique purchase token used to unlock the digital goods on your device. Your financial privacy is secured by Google’s world-class payment infrastructure.

10. Use of Third-Party SDKs and External Services

To provide a clean and secure environment, we have intentionally avoided the use of aggressive third-party SDKs. We do not use Firebase Analytics, Sentry, or Google Analytics within the app. Our performance monitoring is restricted to the built-in metrics provided by the Google Play Console, which provides us with anonymized data regarding crash rates and install statistics. By limiting our external dependencies, we ensure that your usage habits are not being silently tracked by third-party data brokers or marketing firms. This "privacy-first" architecture ensures that the only major external entity you interact with is Google, whose services are essential for the app's distribution and cloud features.

11. Integration with Social Platforms and Gaming Services

The competitive aspect of OneNinetyFive is powered by Google Play Games. When you achieve a high score or complete a difficult level, this data is sent to Google’s servers to be reflected on the global leaderboard. This integration allows you to compare your geography skills with players from around the world. Please be aware that your display name and profile picture may be visible to other players if your Google Play Games settings are set to public. Nascentra Labs does not have the authority to modify your Google privacy settings; we encourage you to review your Google account's "People & Sharing" section to control how your gaming activity is broadcast to the community.

12. Use of Cookies, Pixels, and Local Storage

As a native Android application, OneNinetyFive does not use web cookies or tracking pixels. Instead, we use local storage mechanisms provided by the Android OS, such as the SharedPreferences API and internal file storage. These are used to remember your preferences (like sound settings), your progress in different regions, and your current streak. This data is stored in a secure, private partition of your device's memory that is inaccessible to other apps. Because this data is stored locally, it remains under your physical control and is not transmitted to us. This local-first approach ensures that you can continue your geography studies even when you are not connected to the internet.

13. Data Retention and Deletion Timelines

Nascentra Labs follows a strict data minimization policy. Because we do not store your game progress on our own servers, we do not have a "retention period" for your gameplay data. Your scores and streaks exist only on your device and within your Google account. If you wish to delete your local data, you can do so by uninstalling the app or using the "Clear Data" option in your Android system settings. To delete data stored in the cloud, you must use the data management tools within the Google Play Games app. Support emails sent to nascentra@gmail.com are retained only for the duration of the support ticket and are deleted once the issue is resolved, unless legal obligations require a longer retention.

14. Security Measures and Data Protection Protocols

We take the security of the limited data we handle very seriously. All communications between the OneNinetyFive app and Google’s servers are protected by Industry-standard encryption (HTTPS/TLS). On your device, your data is protected by the Android "sandbox," which ensures that each app runs in its own isolated environment. We follow secure coding practices to prevent vulnerabilities like SQL injection or insecure data exposure. Furthermore, by choosing not to maintain our own servers, we eliminate the risk of a centralized data breach affecting our users. Your geography progress is as secure as the device you hold and the Google account you manage.

15. Disclosure of Information to Third-Party Service Providers

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to any third parties for any reason. The only disclosure that occurs is the functional transfer of data to Google as part of the standard operation of an Android app utilizing Play Services. This is necessary for cloud saves, leaderboards, and processing in-app purchases. These disclosures are governed by the data processing agreements between you and Google. We do not work with advertisers or data aggregators. Nascentra Labs operates as a focused educational developer, and we believe that your data belongs to you, not to a network of third-party service providers looking to monetize your behavior.

16. Disclosures Required by Law or for Safety

There are rare circumstances where Nascentra Labs may be legally required to disclose information. This could include complying with a valid court order, a government request, or to protect the safety of our users and the integrity of our services. However, because our application architecture is decentralized and focused on local storage, we do not possess a central database of user identities, locations, or habits. In the event of a legal request, we would only be able to provide the very limited information we actually have, such as support email history. We are committed to resisting any overbroad requests for data that might compromise the privacy of our geography student community.

17. International Data Transfers and Compliance

OneNinetyFive: World Geography is a global application, and as such, your data may be processed in countries other than your own. If you use the Google Play Games synchronization features, your data is transmitted through Google’s global network, which may include servers in the United States and other regions. Google maintains high standards for international data transfers, utilizing Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure your data receives an equivalent level of protection regardless of where it is processed. By using the app’s cloud features, you acknowledge and consent to these necessary international transfers, which are vital for maintaining a consistent experience across all your Android devices.

18. Children’s Privacy and Age Verification Procedures

OneNinetyFive: World Geography is designed for users aged 13 and above, as per the rating standards of the Google Play Store. While the content is educational and curated to be safe for children as young as 6, we do not intentionally target or collect personal information from children under 13. We rely on the age verification and parental control mechanisms provided by the Google Play Store to ensure that our app is used appropriately. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information (such as through a support message), we will take immediate steps to delete that information from our records. Geography is for everyone, but we prioritize the protection of our youngest learners.

19. User Rights: Access, Portability, and Rectification

As a user of OneNinetyFive, you have the right to access the information that is associated with your play. You can view your display name, profile picture, and geography achievements directly within the app’s interface at any time. Because this data is managed through Google Play Games, you can "rectify" or correct any errors in your profile by updating your Google account settings. Your data is "portable" in that it follows your Google account; if you move to a new phone, signing into Google Play Games will restore your progress. Nascentra Labs facilitates these rights by providing the interface, while Google provides the underlying data management tools.

20. User Rights: Erasure, Objection, and Restriction

You have the right to request the deletion of your data, also known as the "right to be forgotten." Since your geography data is stored either locally on your phone or in Google's cloud, you can exercise this right yourself. To erase local data, clear the app’s storage in your device settings. To erase cloud data, navigate to the Google Play Games settings and select "Delete Play Games account and data." If you have sent us a support email and want that communication deleted, please contact us at nascentra@gmail.com, and we will purge that history. You also have the right to object to our limited data processing by opting out of the Google Play Games sign-in feature.

21. Managing Communication Preferences and Notifications

Our app uses local Android notifications to provide a better gaming experience, such as alerting you when your geography "lives" have been fully replenished or when a daily streak is nearing its end. These notifications are generated entirely on your device and do not involve a remote server pushing messages to you based on behavioral tracking. You have total control over these alerts. You can toggle them on or off in the in-app settings menu or manage them through the standard Android notification manager. We do not send marketing emails, SMS, or unsolicited communications, ensuring that your study of world geography remains a focused and interruption-free experience.

22. California-Specific Privacy Disclosures (CCPA/CPRA)

For residents of California, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides specific rights regarding your personal information. OneNinetyFive: World Geography does not "sell" your personal information, nor do we "share" it for cross-contextual behavioral advertising. We do not collect sensitive personal information like your precise geolocation or genetic data. You have the right to request a copy of the data we have collected and to request its deletion. Because our data practices are already built on the principle of minimization, we satisfy the requirements of the CCPA by default. California users can exercise their rights via Google’s dashboard or by reaching out to Nascentra Labs for specific support inquiries.

23. European Economic Area (EEA) and UK Privacy Disclosures (GDPR)

Users in the European Economic Area and the United Kingdom are protected by the GDPR. Nascentra Labs acts as the data controller for the processing operations that happen within the app logic. We ensure that our data processing is limited to what is strictly necessary for the performance of the geography game. You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority if you believe we are not handling your data correctly. We implement data protection by design and by default, ensuring that the highest privacy settings are applied the moment you install the app. We respect your rights to restriction of processing and data portability as defined under European law.

24. Updates and Amendments to the Privacy Policy

As OneNinetyFive: World Geography evolves with new geography levels and features, we may need to update this Privacy Policy. Any changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document. If we make material changes to how we handle your information, we will provide a prominent notice within the app or through the Google Play Store listing. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices. Your continued use of the OneNinetyFive application following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy, ensuring our shared commitment to geographic education and data privacy.

25. Contact Details for Privacy Inquiries and Complaints

Nascentra Labs (or Nascentra) is here to help with any privacy-related questions. If you have concerns about your data or wish to exercise your legal rights, you can reach us through multiple channels. The fastest way is the "Support" button within the app settings. You can also contact us via WhatsApp at +923477419855 or email us at nascentra@gmail.com. Additionally, you may use the contact form located on our official website. We are dedicated to providing a swift and helpful response to all privacy inquiries, as we value the trust you place in us while using OneNinetyFive to explore the 195 countries of our world.