1. Information We Collect

1.1. Information You Provide

When you log in with your Google account, we collect:

• Username
• Avatar (profile picture)

We may also collect emails or feedback you submit voluntarily via contact forms.

1.2. Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (browser, OS)
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent on simulations
• Basic analytics for improving user experience

1.3. Cookies & Tracking

We may use cookies for performance, language preferences, simulation settings, and analytics. You can disable cookies via your browser, but some features may not work properly.

1.4. No Sensitive Personal Data

We do not collect Aadhaar numbers, biometrics, financial information, health data, or other sensitive personal data.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Improve simulations and tools
• Fix bugs, errors, and performance issues
• Provide customer support
• Protect from misuse, security threats, or fraud
• Analyze user interactions for educational improvement
• Enhance language support and user experience

We do not sell or rent your personal data to anyone.

3. Cypher – Encryption Game Data

Cypher is an educational puzzle game. We do not collect the actual codes typed into the game. We only record basic gameplay analytics (time spent, difficulty selected) to improve the learning experience.

4. Sharing of Information

4.1. Service Providers

We may share limited data with trusted partners who help with hosting, analytics, or email communication. They must follow strict data protection obligations.

4.2. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by Indian law, court orders, or government authorities.

4.3. Protection of Explerify

We may share limited data to prevent cyberattacks, investigate misuse, and protect platform integrity.

5. Data Storage & Security

We use standard security measures such as HTTPS, secure servers, and limited data retention. Users are encouraged to use the platform responsibly. No system is 100% secure.

6. Children’s Privacy

Users under 13 should use the platform under parental or teacher supervision. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Parents can contact us to remove any data if needed.

7. Data Retention

We retain contact emails until the query is resolved and analytics data for improving the platform. Logs are retained for security and debugging. We do not store unnecessary data.

8. Your Rights (India – PDPB 2023 Guidelines)

• Access information we store about you
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent for certain data uses
• Raise questions or concerns

To exercise your rights, contact us at contact@explerify.com.

9. External Links

Explerify.com may contain links to YouTube, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, GitHub, and other resources. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party websites.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy when new features are added, user accounts are introduced, laws change, or Cypher/simulations evolve. Updates will be posted here, and continued use signifies acceptance.

11. Contact Us

For privacy concerns, questions, or requests:

📧 contact@explerify.com
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