Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 1, 2025

Introduction

Timdle ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our free game and optional Timdle+ premium subscription service.

European Data Protection: We are located in Europe, and all data processing occurs within the European Union in compliance with GDPR.

Information We Collect

Account Information

• Email address and name
• Account preferences
• Subscription status

Game Data

• Puzzle scores
• Game statistics
• Custom timelines
• AI usage (Timdle+ only)

Payment Information: We do not store any payment card information. All payment processing is handled securely by Stripe, Inc. We only receive confirmation of successful payments and subscription status.

How We Use Your Information

To Provide the Service:

• Enable gameplay and track progress
• Provide Timdle+ premium features
• Generate AI-powered custom timelines
• Display game statistics and analytics

To Improve the Service:

• Analyze usage patterns to enhance gameplay
• Develop new features and game modes
• Optimize performance and fix bugs
• Understand which features are most popular

For Account Management:

• Manage subscription status (via Stripe)
• Send important service notifications
• Provide customer support
• Manage account security

Legal and Security:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Protect our rights and users' safety

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Contract Performance

To provide Timdle and Timdle+ services

Legitimate Interests

To improve our service, prevent fraud, and ensure security

Consent

For optional marketing communications

Legal Compliance

To meet regulatory requirements

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data only with essential service providers and for legal requirements.

Essential Service Providers:

Stripe, Inc.

Payment processing for Timdle+ subscriptions (they handle all payment card data)

Other Providers

• Cloud hosting (EU servers)
• AI services (custom timelines)
• Analytics (anonymized data)

Payment Processing by Stripe:

• All subscription payments are processed by Stripe, Inc.
• Stripe is PCI DSS compliant and handles payment card data securely
• We never see or store your full payment card details
• Stripe's privacy policy governs how they collect, use, and protect your payment information

Data Storage and Security

EU Data Storage

All user data is stored on secure servers within the European Union

Security Measures

Industry-standard encryption and access controls

Payment Security:Payment card data is never stored on our servers - all payment processing occurs on Stripe's secure, PCI-compliant infrastructure.

Data Retention

Account & Game Data

• Account data: Active + 30 days after deletion
• Game statistics: Up to 2 years
• Custom timelines: While account is active

Other Data

• Subscription records: As required by law
• Usage analytics: Up to 2 years (anonymized)
• Payment data: Handled by Stripe

Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access

Download a copy of your personal data

Rectification

Correct inaccurate information

Erasure

Request deletion of your data

Portability

Receive your data in a portable format

Restriction

Limit how we process your data

Objection

Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Withdraw

Withdraw consent for consent-based processing

To exercise these rights regarding your Timdle account data, contact us at daily.timdle@gmail.com. For payment-related data, contact Stripe directly as we do not have access to this information.

Children's Privacy

Timdle is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data promptly and terminate the account.

Privacy Questions

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:

daily.timdle@gmail.com

Payment & Billing

For payment-related privacy concerns or billing questions:

daily.timdle@gmail.com

(We coordinate with Stripe as needed)

Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not properly handled your personal data. As we are based in Europe, you can also contact the relevant European data protection authorities.

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through our Service.