Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 28, 2026 · Effective date: May 28, 2026

1. Who We Are

World Puzzle Studio is operated by The Little C & Me Inc., a company incorporated in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We create the Around the World — Word Search app available on iOS and Android.

Contact us at hello@worldpuzzlestudio.com.

2. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to provide our service.

Information you provide:

• Email address (if you sign up for our waitlist or contact us)
• Payment information (processed securely by Apple App Store or Google Play)

Information collected automatically:

• Puzzle completion times and scores (stored locally on your device)
• App usage data (which puzzles you've completed)
• Device type and operating system (for technical support)
• Crash reports (to help us fix bugs)

Information we do NOT collect:

• Your name or physical address
• Your location or GPS data
• Your contacts or calendar
• Your photos, camera, or microphone
• Any data from other apps on your device

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and improve the Around the World — Word Search app
• Process your subscription payments through Apple or Google
• Send you important updates about the app (if you opted in)
• Respond to your support requests
• Fix bugs and improve app performance
• Send launch notifications if you joined our waitlist

4. Subscriptions & Payments

• Monthly: $4.99/month
• Annual: $34.99/year
• Lifetime: $49.99 one-time

All payments are processed by Apple or Google. We never have access to your payment details. You can cancel anytime through your App Store or Google Play settings.

5. Data Storage & Security

Your puzzle progress is stored locally on your device. We use industry-standard security measures to protect any data we collect.

6. Third-Party Services

• Apple App Store — payment processing and app distribution (iOS)
• Google Play — payment processing and app distribution (Android)
• Expo — app development framework

7. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Contact us at hello@worldpuzzlestudio.com if you believe this has occurred.

8. Your Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from emails at any time

9. Canadian Privacy Law (PIPEDA)

As a Canadian company, we comply with PIPEDA. We collect and use personal information only with your knowledge and consent.

10. GDPR — European Users

EEA users have additional rights under GDPR. You may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

12. Changes to This Policy

We will update the "Last updated" date when this policy changes. Continued use of the app means you accept the updated policy.

13. Contact Us