Last updated: April 9, 2026
Introduction
Sanddrifter Studio ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Sanddrifter Studio website and develops mobile and cross-platform video games. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, play our games, or use our related services.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
- Contact information (name, email address, message content when you reach out for support)
- Newsletter subscription data
- Playtesting signup information
- Any other information you voluntarily provide through our forms
In-Game Data and Platform Information
When you play our games with online functionality, we and our platform partners (such as Apple App Store and Google Play Store) may collect certain data to ensure the game functions properly:
- Player IDs or authentication tokens provided by Apple Game Center or Google Play Games
- Game progress, save data, and achievements
- Device information (device model, operating system, language settings)
- Gameplay telemetry and error or crash reports
Information Collected Automatically (Website)
- Browser and device information
- IP address and general location data
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We rely on legitimate business interests, the fulfillment of our services to you, and where applicable, your consent to process your data. We use the collected information to:
- Enable online multiplayer functionality and cross-device game saves
- Provide, operate, and maintain our games and website
- Process in-app purchases (all payment processing is securely handled by Apple or Google, we do not collect or store your payment details)
- Deliver age-appropriate, contextual advertisements within our games
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, and improve the player experience
- Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following cases:
- Platform Partners: Apple and Google for authentication, achievements, and in-app purchases
- Advertising Partners: Trusted ad networks to display age-appropriate ads in our games
- Service Providers: Analytics and backend services such as hosting providers
- Legal Requirements: To comply with laws, government requests, or to protect our rights and safety
International Transfers: Your data may be transferred outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are used.
4. Children's Privacy
Our games are designed for players aged 6 and older. We comply with COPPA and GDPR-K.
For users under 13 (or local digital consent age):
- We only collect limited identifiers necessary for game functionality
- We do not allow personalized or behaviorally targeted ads for children
- All purchases require app store parental controls or authentication
- Parents can request access, deletion, or restriction of their child's data
5. Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure.
6. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve website experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may stop working.
7. Third-Party Links
We are not responsible for third-party websites or services linked from our site or games. Please review their privacy policies separately.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
9. Data Retention
We keep personal data only as long as needed for services, legal obligations, or operational purposes.
10. Contact Us
Email: contact@sanddrifter.com
Website: sanddrifter.com
Mailing Address: Sanddrifter Studio, PO BOX 769582, Abu Dhabi, UAE
11. Updates
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated date. Continued use of our services means you accept the updated policy.