Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how TapTik ("the App"), developed by Anatoly Makaruk ("Developer", "we", "us", or "our"), handles your information. Your privacy is paramount, and our application is engineered to ensure your data stays exclusively on your device.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect any personal or sensitive information. Specifically:

• No Personal Identifiers: We do not require accounts, sign-ins, names, email addresses, phone numbers, or social media connections.
• No Tracking & Analytics: We do not include third-party tracking frameworks, analytics services (such as Google Analytics or Firebase), advertising identifiers (IDFA), or telemetry SDKs.
• No Location Data: We do not request, access, or track your GPS or network location.
• No Cookies or Online Identifiers: The app does not deploy tracking cookies or digital fingerprinting techniques.

3. On-Device Sensor & Hardware Usage

TapTik utilizes native Apple iOS technologies to deliver realistic tactile and physics simulations:

• Core Haptics (Taptic Engine): Used in real time to generate haptic tactile vibrations corresponding to interactive controls and actuators.
• Core Motion (Accelerometer / Gyroscope): Used locally to detect device tilt, gravity, and movement for physical interactions (e.g., ball physics, spring tension).

All sensor readings are processed instantaneously in volatile device memory (RAM) and are discarded immediately. None of this data is logged, saved to disk, or sent to any server.

4. In-App Purchases and Billing Information

TapTik offers optional in-app purchases (such as full actuator unlocks). All purchases and financial transactions are conducted strictly through Apple's StoreKit and the Apple App Store.

We never receive, store, or have access to your credit card number, banking details, or billing address. Transactions are handled by Apple in accordance with Apple's Privacy Policy.

5. Data Storage & Backup

Any app preferences (such as sound toggle, selected theme, or unlocked state) are saved strictly locally on your device using Apple's local sandbox storage (UserDefaults). If you have enabled Apple's iCloud or local device backups, these local settings may be included in your standard encrypted device backups managed by Apple.

6. Third-Party Services and Links

The application does not embed external third-party advertisements or social media trackers. Any external links provided within the application (e.g., support or contact) open in your standard device browser or mail client and are subject to the respective external party's terms.

7. Children's Privacy

TapTik does not collect personal information from anyone, including children under the age of 13. The application complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the application following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or TapTik, please contact:

Developer: Anatoly Makaruk
Email: anatolymakaruk@icloud.com
Support Page: Contact & Support Form