Gateway Adventure (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”)
respects your privacy and is committed to protecting
the personal information you provide when using our
mobile application, website
(gatewayadventure.app), and related services
(collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using
the Service, you consent to the collection, use, and
sharing of your information as described in this
Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Account Information
When you create an account, we may collect:
Name, email address, username, and password
Profile photo or avatar
Age or date of birth
b. Location Information
To enable location-based adventures, we may collect:
Real-time GPS/location data while using the Service with your explicit consent
Approximate location for adventure recommendations
You may disable location tracking at any time, but
this may limit some app functionality. Location data
is retained only as necessary to provide the Service
and is deleted or anonymized according to our
retention policy.
c. User-Generated Content
If you create adventures, we may collect:
Adventure content (puzzles, clues, media, text)
Metadata (timestamps, locations, interactions)
Prohibited content: Users may not post
personal information of minors or third parties
without consent. Gateway Adventure is not responsible
for user-submitted content.
d. Usage and Device Information
We collect:
Device type, operating system, app version
Usage patterns and analytics (e.g., completed adventures, feature interaction)
IP address and general geolocation data
Device permissions (camera, storage, microphone) only for app functionality, with consent
e. Payment Information
For in-app purchases, we may collect:
Payment method, billing address, and transaction details
Payment data is handled via secure third-party
processors; we do not store credit card numbers.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
Enable and manage your account and participation in adventures
Process payments and prevent fraud
Communicate updates, promotions, and safety alerts with opt-in consent
Analyze usage patterns and improve features
Enforce the Terms of Service and respond to reports of misuse
Display user-generated content and official adventures
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share
information in the following limited circumstances:
With service providers: Payment processors, cloud services, analytics providers.
With law enforcement or government authorities: If required by law, court order, or to protect rights, safety, or property.
With other users: Certain information, such as username, avatar, and adventure content, is publicly visible within the Service.
In connection with business transactions: Sale, merger, or acquisition of our company or assets.
We are not responsible for third-party privacy
practices; review their policies.
4. Data Retention
Account information and content are retained for as long as your account exists or as necessary to provide the Service.
Location data is retained only for service functionality, backups, and anonymized analytics.
Anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for analysis and improvement.
5. Children's Privacy
Gateway Adventure does not knowingly collect personal
information from children under 13.
Users aged 13–17 require parental consent;
parents/guardians are responsible for supervising
minors and their data.
Accounts created by users under 13 will be deleted
immediately upon discovery.
6. Location-Based Risks
You acknowledge that the Service uses GPS/location
data for adventures.
Gateway Adventure does not control or monitor
real-world locations used in adventures.
We are not responsible for hazards, property access
issues, or risks arising from your location or movement.
7. Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.
No system is completely secure; we cannot guarantee absolute protection of your information.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
Access, correct, or delete your personal information
By using the Service, you consent to the transfer
and storage of your information in the United States.
Some jurisdictions may not allow full limitation
of liability or data processing disclaimers; if so,
provisions are limited to the maximum extent
permitted by law.
10. Marketing Communications
You must opt-in to receive marketing emails.
Users may unsubscribe at any time via in-app settings or email.
11. Third-Party Services
Our Service may include links to third-party websites, SDKs, or tools.
Gateway Adventure is not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Users will be notified of material changes, and continued use constitutes acceptance.