SpyWord
Last updated: 2026-03-30
SpyWord is a social deduction word game for iOS. It supports both local pass-and-play and online multiplayer modes. No personal account or sign-up is required to play.
1) Data Categories We Handle
- App Functionality Data (on-device): game settings, preferences, and round state needed to run gameplay. In pass-and-play mode, this data remains entirely on your device.
- Multiplayer Data (Firebase): when using online multiplayer rooms, SpyWord uses Firebase Realtime Database to sync game state (room codes, player names, roles, votes, and round progress) between devices in real time. An anonymous device identifier is generated via Firebase Anonymous Authentication — no email, password, or personal account is required.
- Support Communications (if you contact us): your email address and message content.
- Advertising Data (Google AdMob): if ads are shown, AdMob may process limited device/app data such as advertising identifiers, IP-derived general location, and ad interaction metrics to deliver and measure ads, subject to your platform settings and consent choices.
2) How We Use Data
- Provide core app functionality and keep the game working as intended.
- Sync multiplayer game state between players in the same room via Firebase.
- Respond to support requests sent to us by email.
- Support ad delivery, fraud prevention, and ad performance measurement through AdMob.
3) Third-Party Services
SpyWord uses the following third-party services:
- Google AdMob for advertising. AdMob acts as a third-party service provider and may process data under Google's terms and privacy policies. Details: Google Privacy Policy
- Firebase (Google) for multiplayer room sync (Realtime Database) and anonymous device authentication (Firebase Auth). Firebase processes data under Google's terms. Details: Firebase Privacy and Security
4) Sharing and Storage
We do not sell personal information. In pass-and-play mode, gameplay data is not uploaded to any server.
In multiplayer mode, game state is stored temporarily in Firebase Realtime Database for the duration of the session. Room data is ephemeral and is not retained after the game ends.
When ads are active, relevant ad-related data is processed by AdMob. If you email support, we retain correspondence only as long as needed for support and legal compliance.
5) Your Choices
You can control personalized ads through iOS privacy settings (including tracking/advertising controls where available). Multiplayer is optional — you can use SpyWord in pass-and-play mode without any network connection. You may also contact us to request access or deletion of information you sent directly by email, subject to applicable law.
6) Children's Privacy
SpyWord is a general-audience game and is not directed to children under the age defined by applicable law. If you believe a child provided personal information through support contact, email us and we will review and delete it when appropriate.
7) Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.
8) Contact
Privacy questions: spyword.app@gmail.com
Apple Review Note
This page is the official privacy policy URL for the SpyWord app listing.