Privacy Policy for Maps for Minecraft
Last Updated: 2025-02-24
Introduction
Maps for Minecraft ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.
Information We Collect
Local Data (Stored on Your Device)
- Favorites: Map IDs you have marked as favorites
- Download Records: Information about maps you have downloaded
- Unlock Status: Maps you have unlocked (e.g., through watching ads)
- Map Metadata: Cached map information (name, category, description, size, etc.) for offline use
- App Preferences: Your in-app settings and preferences
Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
- Usage Analytics: App usage patterns, feature interactions, and performance metrics
- Crash Reports: Technical information about app crashes and errors
- Advertising Identifiers: Advertiser ID for personalized advertising (with your consent)
Minecraft-Related Data
- Map Files: Minecraft world files (.mcworld) you download are stored on your device's external storage
- Map Metadata: Information about maps including names, categories, dimensions, descriptions, and creation dates
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
Core App Functionality
- Provide and maintain the App's services
- Browse, search, and discover Minecraft maps
- Download and manage map files on your device
- Remember your favorites, downloads, and unlock status
- Support offline browsing with cached map data
Analytics and Improvement
- Analyze app usage to improve user experience
- Monitor app performance and identify technical issues
- Generate crash reports to fix bugs and improve stability
- Understand user preferences to enhance features
Advertising
- Display relevant advertisements (with your consent)
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Provide personalized ad experiences based on your interests
Third-Party Services
Our App integrates with the following third-party services:
Google Services
- Firebase Analytics: For app usage analytics
- Firebase Crashlytics: For crash reporting and app stability
- Firebase Storage: For loading map preview images
Advertising Partners
- Google AdMob: Primary advertising platform
- AppLovin: Mobile advertising platform
- Facebook Audience Network: Social media advertising
- Unity Ads: Gaming-focused advertising
- IronSource: Mobile advertising mediation
- Chartboost: Mobile advertising platform
Data Processing & Rendering
- Fresco: Image loading and caching
- Glide: Image processing and display
- Picasso: Image loading
- libGDX: 3D rendering engine for map previews
- NBT Manipulator: Reading Minecraft world file format
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
- Favorites, downloads, unlock status, and cached map data are stored locally using SQLite database
- Minecraft world files (.mcworld) are stored in your device's external storage
- Temporary files may be created during map download and import processes
Cloud & Network
- Map metadata and images are loaded from our API servers when you browse online
- Analytics data is processed by Google Firebase Analytics
- We do not upload or store your personal content to our servers
Security Measures
- All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols (HTTPS)
- Local database files are protected by Android's security framework
Your Privacy Rights
GDPR Compliance
Our App implements the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) Transparency and Consent Framework (TCF) and uses GDPR consent management. You have the right to:
- Consent Management: Control your privacy preferences through the App's consent management system
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your personal data
- Data Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (clear app data to remove local data)
- Opt-out: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
Data Retention
We retain your information as follows:
- Local Data: Retained on your device until you clear app data or uninstall the App
- Analytics Data: Retained for up to 26 months
- Crash Reports: Retained for up to 90 days
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and other appropriate safeguards as required by applicable law.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Consent
By using our App, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not use our App.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.