1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy applies to the mobile and web application Kla Si Ko (ខ្លាស៊ីគោ — Tiger & Cows) (Application Package ID: com.kode4u.khmerchess), developed and published by Kode4U ("we", "us", or "our").
We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring a transparent, secure gaming experience. This document outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you play our game, create multiplayer rooms, or access our online services at https://klasiko.kode4u.tech.
2. Information We Collect
We believe in data minimization. We only collect data necessary to provide a smooth, engaging multiplayer board game experience:
| Category | Collected Data | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Game Profile Data | Public Player ID, Display Name, chosen Avatar, equipped piece sets (Tiger/Cow skins), match stats (Wins/Losses/Draws), and stars balance. | Matchmaking, global leaderboard ranking, and inventory synchronization across game sessions. |
| Realtime Gameplay Data | Board moves, placed cows, leap captures, 4-digit room codes, and in-game quick chat messages / emotes. | Instant game synchronization between players via WebSocket protocol. |
| Device & Technical Diagnostics | Device model, Operating System version (Android/iOS), network status, and crash logs. | App stability, bug resolution, and latency optimization. |
| Advertising Identifiers | Non-personalized Advertising ID (Google Play Advertising ID or Apple IDFA). | Delivering banner ads, interstitial ads, and rewarding stars upon video completion. |
3. How We Use Your Information
We process collected data exclusively for legitimate operational reasons:
- Realtime Matchmaking & Rooms: Enabling 4-digit rooms and 1v1 online matches via secure WebSockets.
- Player Progression: Storing unlocked piece skins (tigers & cows), rating changes, and stars.
- Rewarded Ads: Granting bonus stars when players watch rewarded video ads.
- Fair Play: Monitoring against unfair automation or disruptive behavior in public lobbies.
4. Third-Party Service Providers
We collaborate with trusted industry partners to power advertising and native services:
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Google AdMob & Google Play Services: Serves contextual banner ads and rewarded video placements.
Google Privacy Policy -
Apple App Store & Foundation Services: Manages iOS app delivery and app integrity.
Apple Privacy Policy
5. Data Security
We employ modern security standards. All communications between your mobile device and our servers are encrypted in transit using HTTPS (TLS/SSL) and secure WSS protocols.
6. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Kla Si Ko is a traditional cultural board game suitable for players of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under the age of 13.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately at info.kode4u@gmail.com, and we will promptly remove the information.
7. User Rights & Data Deletion
You retain complete ownership over your game presence. You have the right to request deletion of your player profile, match records, or associated server data at any time.
To request data deletion, simply email info.kode4u@gmail.com with your Player Name or User ID. We will permanently delete your records within 30 calendar days.
8. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any modifications will be posted directly to this URL with a revised effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or inquiries regarding our privacy standards, please reach out to us:
Developer: Kode4U
Email: info.kode4u@gmail.com
Official Website: https://klasiko.kode4u.tech
Package ID: com.kode4u.khmerchess