Privacy Policy

Hello World Games & Apps ("we", "our", or "us") built the All Countries app as a free application. This Service is provided by Hello World Games & Apps at no cost and is intended for use as is.

This page informs users of our policies regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and retention of personal information for those who choose to use our Service.

By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. The personal information we collect is used to provide and improve the Service. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.

Information Collection and Use

For a better user experience, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information. This information is stored locally on your device and is not directly collected by us. However, third-party services integrated into the app may collect information for purposes such as analytics, app functionality, and advertising.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information to identify you. These services handle personal data in line with their privacy policies, which are listed below:

Device ID Data Collection

We collect your device’s unique identifier (Device ID) and transmit it to third-party services for advertising, analytics, and app functionality. This helps improve the app and enables our partners to provide personalized content and advertisements.

Log Data

In case of an app error, we collect log data through third-party services. This data may include details like your device’s IP address, device name, operating system version, app configuration, usage time and date, and other app usage statistics.

Cookies

While this Service does not explicitly use cookies, some third-party services may use cookies to collect information and improve their services. You have the option to accept or refuse cookies. Refusing cookies might affect certain parts of the app's functionality.

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as it is necessary to provide the Service or comply with legal requirements. Once the data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it. For specific information on our data retention periods, please contact us.

User Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: You can request access to the data we collect about you.
Right to Correct: You may request corrections or updates to inaccurate data.
Right to Know About Data Sharing: You can inquire if your data is shared with third parties.
Right to Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising, Sale of Data, and Profiling: See the next section for details on how to opt-out.
Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
Right to Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit the use of your data in specific situations.
Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.

How to Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising, Data Sharing, and Sale of Data

If you do not want your personal data to be used for targeted advertising, shared with third parties, or sold, you can opt out by following these steps:

For targeted advertising, you can adjust your device settings to limit ad tracking:
- On Android: Go to "Settings" > "Google" > "Ads" > Turn on "Opt out of Ads Personalization".
To opt-out of data sharing or the sale of your personal data, please email us at thehelloworld.apps@gmail.com with the subject line "Opt-Out Request" and provide your Device ID. We will ensure your request is processed within the legally required timeframe.
Additionally, you can use tools like the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) to manage your opt-out preferences across multiple advertising networks.

For Virginia residents: You can also opt-out of profiling related to decisions with legal or similarly significant consequences by emailing us at thehelloworld.apps@gmail.com.

Data Sharing and Compliance with CCPA

For users in California, under the CCPA, you have the right to:

Know what personal data we collect and how it is used.
Access the specific pieces of data we have collected.
Know if your data has been disclosed or shared with third parties.
Request deletion of your data, subject to exceptions.
Opt-out of the "sale" of personal data (as defined by California law).

We do not sell personal data as defined under the CCPA. However, data may be shared with third-party service providers for business purposes.

Compliance with VCDPA

For users in Virginia, under the VCDPA, you have similar rights to access, correct, delete, and obtain copies of your personal data. You may also opt-out of data processing for targeted advertising, the sale of personal data, and profiling. Please refer to the opt-out section for more details.

Security

We take commercially reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Controller and Contact Information

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

Hello World Games & Apps
Email: thehelloworld.apps@gmail.com

Data Protection Officer (DPO)

We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee privacy compliance. You may contact our DPO with any questions at the email provided above.

Links to Other Sites

Our Service may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and strongly advise you to review their policies.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us, and we will delete it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. We encourage you to review it periodically. Changes are effective as soon as they are posted.

This policy is effective as of September 4, 2024.

Contact Us

For questions or to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Email: thehelloworld.apps@gmail.com