Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 20, 2025

1. Introduction

Take a Shortcut ("we," "our," or "the Application") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes our practices concerning the collection, use, and disclosure of information when you use our macOS application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Leaderboard Information

When you use the Application, we collect and display the following information:

• Nickname: A publicly displayed name that you provide when first using the Application
• Game Score: Your achieved score in the game, publicly displayed on the leaderboard

All users are required to provide a nickname and will automatically appear on the global leaderboard when they complete games. This is a core feature of the Application.

2.2 What We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what information we do NOT collect:

• Personal identifying information (such as real names, email addresses, or phone numbers)
• Device identifiers or hardware information
• Location data
• Usage analytics or telemetry data
• Cookies or tracking technologies
• Any other personal or sensitive information

3. How We Use Your Information

The nickname and score information we collect is used solely for the following purpose:

• Displaying your position on the global leaderboard alongside other players

Your nickname and score are made publicly visible to all users who access the leaderboard feature within the Application.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise transfer your information to third parties. The only "sharing" that occurs is the public display of your voluntarily submitted nickname and score on the leaderboard, which is an intended feature of the Application.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your leaderboard information (nickname and score) is stored on our secure servers. We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect this information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Local game progress and settings are stored exclusively on your device and are not transmitted to our servers or any third parties.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

• Pseudonymous Identity: You may choose any nickname you prefer, allowing you to maintain anonymity while participating in the leaderboard. The nickname does not need to be your real name or contain any personally identifying information.
• Data Deletion: You may request removal of your leaderboard entry by contacting us at the email address provided below.

7. Children's Privacy

The Application is designed for educational purposes and is suitable for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. Since the Application requires only a nickname (which need not be a real name or contain any personally identifying information), we recommend that parents or guardians supervise their children's use of the Application and help them choose an appropriate pseudonymous nickname.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of the Application after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Services

The Application does not integrate with or utilize any third-party services, analytics platforms, advertising networks, or social media plugins. All functionality is provided directly by us without the involvement of external service providers.

10. International Users

The Application is accessible worldwide. By using the leaderboard feature, you acknowledge that your nickname and score may be transferred to and stored on servers located in jurisdictions different from your own. We will protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy regardless of where it is processed or stored.

11. Data Retention

Leaderboard entries (nickname and score) are retained indefinitely to maintain the integrity and historical record of the leaderboard. If you wish to have your entry removed, please contact us using the information provided below.

13. Acceptance of This Policy

By using the Application, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Application. Your continued use of the Application following the posting of changes to this Privacy Policy will constitute your acceptance of those changes.