Privacy Policy for Point 8

Effective Date: September 12, 2026
Last Updated: September 12, 2026
Developer: Linc Codes

1. Overview & Commitment

Point 8 is an offline, single-player narrative puzzle game developed by LincCodes. We respect your privacy. Point 8 is built on a strict zero-data-collection model: the game does not collect, track, transmit, or share any personal data from its players.

2. Information We Do Not Collect

Point 8 does not collect, process, or transmit any personal or device information, including but not limited to:

Personal Identifiable Information: No names, email addresses, phone numbers, postal addresses, or user account information.
Device & Telemetry Data: No unique device IDs, advertising identifiers, hardware identifiers, or IP addresses.
Location Information: No GPS or network-based location data.
Sensor & Media Data: No biometric data, camera access, or microphone audio recordings.
Payment Data: The game does not feature microtransactions, in-app purchases, or financial processing tools.

3. Device Permissions

The game operates completely offline and does not request sensitive system permissions:

No Internet Access: The game does not require or request network connectivity to play.
No Shared Storage Access: The game does not access your photos, media, files, or documents.
No Sensitive Hardware Access: No access to your camera, microphone, contacts, calendar, or phone state is requested.

4. Local Data Storage

To preserve your game progress and preferences between play sessions, Point 8 stores minimal data strictly on your local device:

Game Progress: Saved checkpoints, unlocked chapters, and completion status.
Preferences: Audio settings such as music and sound volume.

This data is stored entirely on your device and is never uploaded, backed up to external servers, or accessible to third parties.

How to Reset or Erase Your Data

You have full control over your local data at all times:

In-Game: Starting a new game resets your progress.
Via Device Settings: You can clear the application data or cache at any time through your device's application manager.
Uninstalling: Uninstalling the game permanently removes all locally stored game data from your device.

5. Third-Party Services & Advertising

No Advertising: The game contains no advertisements or third-party ad networks.
No Analytics: No third-party tracking, profiling, or behavioral analytics tools are included in the game.
No Social Integrations: No third-party social media logins or sharing trackers are present.

6. Children's Privacy

Point 8 is compliant with international children's privacy standards, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and Article 8 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Because the game collects no personal data from any user, it does not collect personal information from children under 13 (or under 16 where applicable).

7. International Privacy Rights (GDPR & CCPA/CPRA)

GDPR / UK GDPR

Data Controller: LincCodes.
Data Processing: No personal data is collected or sent to remote servers.
User Rights: You can exercise your right to erase your local data at any time by clearing data in your device settings or deleting the app.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA / CPRA)

We do not sell, rent, or share personal consumer information.
No personal information has been collected, sold, or shared in the preceding 12 months.

8. Data Security

Because the game does not transmit or store personal data across any network or on cloud servers, your information is protected from remote security breaches by design.

9. Changes to This Policy

Any future updates to this policy will be posted with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the game indicates acceptance of any updated terms.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or comments regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact:

Developer: Linc Codes
Email: linccodes@gmail.com
Game: Point 8