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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 25, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Termometer. Nicholas Faylor ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Termometer word association game, including our website at termometer.app and mobile applications (collectively, the "Service").

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. By using Termometer, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account with Termometer, we collect:

  • Email Address: Used for account creation, authentication, and communication
  • Authentication Data: Login credentials managed through Clerk authentication services, including:
    • OAuth provider information (if you sign in with Google or Apple)
    • Login timestamps and session information

2.2 Gameplay Information

We automatically collect information about your gameplay activity, including:

  • Number of games played
  • Wins and losses
  • Total points earned
  • Current streak
  • Longest streak achieved
  • Game modes accessed
  • Leaderboard rankings

2.3 Device and Technical Information

We collect standard device and technical information, including:

  • Device type and model
  • Operating system and version
  • App version
  • Browser type (for web version)
  • IP address
  • General location data (country/region level)
  • Time zone settings

2.4 Subscription Information

When you purchase a premium subscription, we collect:

  • Subscription status and tier
  • Purchase date and renewal date
  • Payment processing is handled entirely by RevenueCat and your device's app store (Apple or Google). We do not collect or store your payment card information.

2.5 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Web Version: Our website is built using Next.js, which may use essential cookies for basic functionality. We do not currently use cookies for advertising or non-essential tracking purposes.

Mobile Applications: We do not currently use advertising identifiers or third-party mobile analytics beyond what is provided by our authentication and database services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery and Operation

  • Create and manage your account
  • Authenticate your identity and manage login sessions
  • Process and manage your premium subscription
  • Track gameplay progress and statistics
  • Display leaderboard rankings
  • Provide customer support

3.2 Service Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns to improve game features
  • Identify and fix technical issues
  • Develop new game modes and features
  • Optimize game performance

3.3 Communication

  • Send account-related notifications
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Notify you of changes to the Service or our policies
  • Send promotional communications (only if we implement this feature in the future; you will have the option to opt out)

3.4 Legal and Security

  • Enforce our Terms of Service
  • Detect and prevent cheating, fraud, or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect our rights and the rights of other users

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Service:

  • Clerk: Authentication and user management services
  • Neon PostgreSQL: Database hosting and data storage (US-based servers)
  • RevenueCat: Subscription management and payment processing
  • Apple and Google: App store services and in-app purchase processing

These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only to provide services to us and must protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

  • Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders, etc.)
  • Government or regulatory requests
  • Protection of our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevention of fraud or illegal activity
  • Emergency situations involving potential harm

4.3 Business Transfers

If Termometer is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice in the Service of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

4.4 Public Information

Your username and scores may be publicly displayed on the global leaderboard and visible to other users of the Service.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
  • Secure authentication through Clerk's services
  • Regular security assessments of our infrastructure
  • Access controls limiting who can access user data

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide you with the Service
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our agreements

If you request account deletion (see Section 8.3), we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 14 days, except where we are required to retain certain information for legal or legitimate business purposes.

7. International Data Transfers

Termometer is available globally. If you access the Service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers and service providers are located.

By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and acknowledge that the United States may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

8. Your Privacy Rights

8.1 Access to Your Information

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you. To request access, please contact us at nick@termometer.app. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8.2 Correction of Your Information

If you believe any information we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you may request that we correct or update it by contacting nick@termometer.app.

8.3 Deletion of Your Information

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information. At this time, users cannot independently delete their accounts through the app. To request account deletion, please email nick@termometer.app with the subject line "Account Deletion Request."

We will process your deletion request within 14 days. Please note that:

  • Some information may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes
  • Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone
  • Any active subscriptions must be cancelled through your app store before deletion

8.4 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

If we implement marketing communications in the future, you will have the ability to opt out of receiving promotional emails by:

  • Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any promotional email
  • Contacting us at nick@termometer.app

You cannot opt out of service-related communications (e.g., account verification, subscription confirmations, technical notices).

8.5 California Residents - CCPA Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know: You can request information about:

  • Categories of personal information we collect
  • Sources from which we collect personal information
  • Business or commercial purposes for collecting information
  • Categories of third parties with whom we share information
  • Specific pieces of personal information we hold about you

Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell your personal information.

Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise these rights, contact us at nick@termometer.app. We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within 45 days.

8.6 European Residents - GDPR Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation on how we use your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Right to Object: Object to our processing of your data
  • Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making: We do not use automated decision-making or profiling

To exercise these rights, contact nick@termometer.app. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

9. Children's Privacy

Termometer is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at nick@termometer.app. We will promptly delete such information from our systems.

If you are under 18, you should have permission from a parent or guardian before using the Service.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services (such as OAuth providers like Google and Apple). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with.

11. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals because there is no industry standard for how such signals should be interpreted.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you via email if the changes are material
  • Post a prominent notice in the Service for significant changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach, as required by applicable law. The notification will include:

  • Description of the breach and data affected
  • Steps we are taking to address the breach
  • Recommended actions you should take to protect yourself

14. Your Consent

By using Termometer, you consent to:

  • The collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy
  • The transfer of your information to the United States
  • The sharing of your information with third-party service providers as described

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: nick@termometer.app
Service Name: Termometer
Operated by: Nicholas Faylor
Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days

For account deletion requests, please use the subject line "Account Deletion Request" and allow up to 14 days for processing.

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