Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 14, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Word Forge ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our daily word puzzle game at wordforge.pages.dev (the "Site").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Anonymous Game Statistics

We collect anonymous gameplay data to improve the gaming experience:

Words you find in each puzzle
Your score and completion percentage
Aggregate statistics (average scores, word popularity)
Date and time of gameplay

Important: This data is completely anonymous. We do NOT collect:

Names or email addresses
IP addresses or location data
Personal identifiable information (PII)
User accounts or login credentials

2.2 Local Storage

We use browser LocalStorage to save your game progress locally on your device. This includes your current puzzle state, found words, and preferences (themes, settings). This data never leaves your device unless you submit game results.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data for:

Statistics: Calculate average scores, word popularity, and player comparisons
Game Features: Show which words are commonly found vs. rare
Leaderboards: Display anonymous rankings (no personal data)
Improvements: Understand gameplay patterns to enhance the game

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Google Firebase/Firestore

We use Google Firebase (Firestore database) to store anonymous game statistics. Firebase is a Google service and has its own privacy policy: Firebase Privacy Policy

4.2 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Site. Google AdSense uses cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your browsing activity.

Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to this Site and other sites on the Internet.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

Learn more about Google's privacy practices: Google Privacy Policy

4.3 Cloudflare Pages

Our Site is hosted on Cloudflare Pages. Cloudflare may collect technical information (such as IP addresses) for security and performance purposes. Cloudflare Privacy Policy

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: LocalStorage for game state (required for gameplay)
Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense cookies for ad personalization
Analytics Cookies: Firebase analytics for anonymous usage statistics

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect game functionality (your progress won't be saved).

6. Data Retention

Game Statistics: Stored indefinitely in Firebase (anonymous data)
LocalStorage: Remains on your device until you clear browser data
Ad Cookies: Managed by Google AdSense (typically 30-90 days)

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights:

Delete Local Data: Clear your browser's LocalStorage or cookies
Opt-Out of Ads: Use Google Ads Settings or browser ad blockers
Stop Data Collection: Stop playing the game (no account to delete)

Since we don't collect personal information, there are no user accounts to delete or personal data to request. All collected data is anonymous and aggregated.

8. Children's Privacy

Word Forge is appropriate for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Since we don't collect any personal information at all, our Site is COPPA-compliant by design.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect data:

HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
Firebase security rules to prevent unauthorized access
No storage of personal identifiable information
Anonymous data collection by design

10. International Users

Our Site is hosted globally via Cloudflare CDN. Data may be processed in the United States or other countries where Google Firebase operates. By using the Site, you consent to this data transfer.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

GitHub Issues: github.com/dwltom/wordforge/issues
Repository: github.com/dwltom/wordforge

13. Consent

By using Word Forge, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

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