🔒 Privacy Policy

Your privacy and child safety is our priority

Last updated: January 2025

Child Privacy First: SpellingGamesForKids.com is designed with children's privacy and safety as our top priority. We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) and other applicable privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

  • Game Progress: Stored locally in your browser to track learning progress
  • Technical Data: Browser type, device type, and general location (country level only)
  • Usage Analytics: How users interact with games to improve educational content

Information We Do NOT Collect

  • Personal names, addresses, or contact information
  • School or class information
  • Audio or video recordings
  • Social media profiles or accounts
  • Precise location data

2. How We Use Information

  • Educational Purpose: To provide personalized learning experiences
  • Game Improvement: To enhance game functionality and educational value
  • Safety: To ensure a safe, child-friendly environment
  • Technical Support: To fix bugs and improve performance

3. Data Storage and Security

  • Local Storage: Game progress is stored locally in the browser
  • No Account Required: Children can play without creating accounts
  • Secure Infrastructure: We use industry-standard security measures
  • Data Minimization: We collect only what's necessary for educational purposes

4. Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how our educational content is used. This helps us improve the learning experience. No personally identifiable information is shared.

Google AdSense

We may display family-friendly advertisements through Google AdSense. These ads:

  • Are carefully screened for child-appropriate content
  • Do not collect personal information from children
  • Support the free availability of educational content
  • Can be controlled through your browser's ad preferences

5. Cookies and Local Storage

  • Educational Cookies: Store game progress and preferences locally
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand which educational content is most effective
  • Ad Cookies: Ensure appropriate, family-friendly advertisements
  • Control: You can disable cookies in your browser settings

6. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

COPPA Compliance: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Our games are designed to be educational and safe without requiring personal data.
  • No registration or personal information required
  • Game progress stored locally on device only
  • No behavioral advertising targeted at children
  • All advertisements are general audience and family-friendly
  • No direct communication features (chat, messaging, etc.)

7. International Users

Our service is available globally. We comply with:

  • GDPR (European Union)
  • COPPA (United States)
  • PIPEDA (Canada)
  • Other applicable international privacy laws

8. Your Rights and Choices

  • Access: View what data we process (very minimal)
  • Delete: Clear local game progress in browser settings
  • Opt-out: Disable analytics and advertising cookies
  • Parental Control: Parents can control all data collection through browser settings

9. Data Retention

  • Game progress: Stored locally until user clears browser data
  • Analytics data: Retained for 26 months for educational improvement purposes
  • Technical logs: Deleted after 90 days

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

  • Post updates on this page with a new "last updated" date
  • Notify users of significant changes through the website
  • Always prioritize children's privacy and safety

11. Contact Information

Privacy Questions or Concerns

Email: kentlecheltjtk95@gmail.com

Website: SpellingGamesForKids.com

Response Time: We respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours

For Parents

If you believe your child has provided personal information on our site, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

12. Educational Mission

Our commitment extends beyond privacy compliance. We believe in:

  • Free Education: Providing high-quality educational content at no cost
  • Child Safety: Creating a safe, supportive learning environment
  • Privacy by Design: Building privacy protection into every feature
  • Transparency: Being open about our practices and policies