Ribe: The Game

Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 4, 2026

Last Updated: July 4, 2026

1. Introduction

Red Internacional de Basquetbol Educativo ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Ribe: The Game (the "App"). This policy applies to all users of the App worldwide.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the App.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date of this Privacy Policy. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy in the App, and you waive the right to receive specific notice of each such change or modification. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, information we obtain automatically when you use the App, and information from third-party sources. The types of information we may collect include:

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you access and use the App, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns. This information includes:

  • Device Identifiers: We collect unique identifiers associated with your mobile device, including device ID, advertising ID, hardware model, operating system and version, and other device characteristics. These identifiers help us recognize your device and provide personalized experiences.
  • IP Address: We collect your Internet Protocol (IP) address, which is a numerical label assigned to your device when you connect to the internet. IP addresses help us understand your general geographic location and diagnose technical issues.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with the App. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use the App. The information collected through cookies may include your device type, browser type, operating system, and usage patterns.
  • Usage Analytics: We collect information about how you interact with the App, including the features you use, the screens you view, the time and duration of your sessions, gameplay statistics, performance metrics, user progression, achievements, game scores, level completion data, interaction patterns, button clicks, navigation paths, feature engagement, and other actions you take within the App.
  • Crash Reports: We automatically collect technical information when the App crashes or experiences errors. This information may include device state information, stack traces, error logs, device specifications at the time of the crash, and other diagnostic data that helps us identify and fix technical problems to improve App stability and performance.
  • Mobile Device Access: We may request access to certain features of your mobile device, including your device's storage to save game data and preferences. You can control these permissions through your device settings.

2.2 Information We Do Not Collect

We want to be transparent about what we do not collect. We do not collect:

  • Personal identification information such as your name, email address, phone number, or postal address (except for the contact email you may provide when contacting us directly)
  • Financial information such as credit card numbers or bank account details
  • Precise geolocation data
  • Biometric information
  • Health or medical information
  • Photographs or videos
  • Contacts or address book information
  • Microphone or camera data through the App

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

3.1 App Functionality and Performance

  • To provide, operate, maintain, and improve the App and its features
  • To enable core gameplay functionality and save your game progress
  • To process your requests and respond to your inquiries
  • To troubleshoot technical issues and fix bugs
  • To perform system maintenance and upgrades
  • To optimize App performance and user experience
  • To develop new features and services

3.2 Analytics and Improvement

  • To understand how users interact with the App
  • To analyze usage patterns and trends
  • To measure the effectiveness of features and content
  • To conduct research and analysis to improve our services
  • To identify areas for improvement and optimization
  • To test new features and functionalities
  • To create aggregated and anonymized statistics about App usage

3.3 Security and Fraud Prevention

  • To protect the security and integrity of the App
  • To detect, prevent, and respond to security incidents, fraud, or illegal activities
  • To enforce our terms of service and other policies
  • To verify user identity when necessary
  • To protect the rights, property, and safety of our users and the public

3.4 Communication

  • To respond to your questions, comments, and support requests
  • To send you technical notices, updates, security alerts, and administrative messages
  • To notify you about changes to the App or our policies
  • To provide customer service and support

3.5 Legal Compliance

  • To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
  • To respond to lawful requests from public authorities
  • To protect our legal rights and interests
  • To enforce our agreements and policies

4. Legal Basis for Processing (for Users in the European Economic Area)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Legitimate Interests: We process your information to operate, maintain, and improve the App, to understand how the App is used, to prevent fraud and enhance security, and for other legitimate business purposes. We balance these interests against your rights and freedoms.
  • Performance of Contract: We process certain information to provide the App services you have requested and to fulfill our obligations under our terms of service.
  • Consent: In some cases, we process information based on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time through your device settings or by contacting us.
  • Legal Obligations: We may process your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations, respond to legal requests, and protect our legal rights.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting providers, analytics services, customer support tools, and technical infrastructure providers. These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purpose of providing services to us and in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Currently, we do not utilize third-party services, but we reserve the right to engage service providers in the future and will update this policy accordingly.

5.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, bankruptcy, dissolution, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent notice in the App of any change in ownership or use of your personal information, as well as any choices you may have regarding your information.

5.3 Legal Requirements and Protection of Rights

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (such as a court, government agency, or law enforcement). We may also disclose your information to:

  • Comply with legal obligations, including court orders, subpoenas, or other legal processes
  • Enforce our terms of service and other agreements
  • Protect the rights, property, and safety of Red Internacional de Basquetbol Educativo, our users, or others
  • Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing, fraud, or security issues
  • Protect against legal liability

5.4 Aggregated and Anonymized Information

We may share aggregated or anonymized information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you. This may include statistical data about App usage, demographic information, or other insights derived from user data. Such information is not considered personal information and may be used and shared without restriction.

5.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when we have your explicit consent to do so.

6. Third-Party Services and Links

Currently, the App does not integrate with third-party services for analytics, advertising, or other purposes. However, the App may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not owned or controlled by Red Internacional de Basquetbol Educativo.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites, applications, or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services before providing any information to them or using their services.

If we integrate third-party services in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy to reflect those integrations and provide you with information about what data is shared with those services.

7. Data Retention

We retain the information we collect for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The criteria we use to determine retention periods include:

  • The length of time we have an ongoing relationship with you and provide services to you
  • Whether there is a legal obligation to which we are subject (such as certain laws that require us to keep records for a certain period of time)
  • Whether retention is advisable in light of our legal position (such as regarding applicable statutes of limitations, litigation, or regulatory investigations)

Specifically:

  • Usage Analytics and Crash Reports: We typically retain usage analytics and crash report data for up to 24 months, after which it may be aggregated, anonymized, or deleted.
  • Device Identifiers and IP Addresses: We retain device identifiers and IP addresses for as long as necessary to provide App functionality and for security purposes, typically up to 18 months.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: Cookie data is retained according to the specific cookie's purpose and expiration settings, as described in Section 8 below.
  • Game Data: Game progress and preferences stored locally on your device are retained until you uninstall the App or clear the App data.

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention and disposal procedures.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information about your use of the App. This section provides detailed information about the types of cookies we use and your choices regarding cookies.

8.1 Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the App to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and saving your game progress and preferences. The App cannot function properly without these cookies.
  • Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use the App, such as which features you use most frequently and whether you experience any errors. This information helps us improve the App's performance and user experience. All data collected is aggregated and anonymous.
  • Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the App to remember choices you make (such as settings and preferences) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

8.2 How to Control Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your device settings. Please note that blocking or deleting certain cookies may impact your ability to use the App and may prevent some features from functioning properly.

Most mobile devices allow you to control cookies through the settings menu. Please refer to your device manufacturer's instructions for information on how to manage cookies on your specific device.

8.3 Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies such as:

  • Local Storage: We use local storage technologies to store game data, preferences, and other information on your device to enable offline functionality and improve performance.
  • SDKs: We may use software development kits (SDKs) to collect information about device characteristics, App performance, and user interactions.

9. Data Security

We take the security of your information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:

9.1 Technical Safeguards

  • Encryption of data in transit using industry-standard protocols (such as TLS/SSL)
  • Encryption of sensitive data at rest
  • Secure authentication and access controls
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems
  • Secure coding practices and regular code reviews
  • Automated security monitoring and logging

9.2 Organizational Safeguards

  • Access to personal information is restricted to employees and contractors who need it to perform their job functions
  • Confidentiality agreements with employees and contractors
  • Regular security training for personnel
  • Incident response procedures for security breaches
  • Regular review and update of security policies and procedures

9.3 Limitations of Security

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device and for any activity that occurs on your device.

If you have reason to believe that your interaction with us is no longer secure (for example, if you feel that the security of any information you have provided has been compromised), please contact us immediately as described in Section 16 below.

10. Children's Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. The App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction, which may be higher). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10.1 Collection from Children

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe that we might have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us at asociacionribeglobal@gmail.com.

10.2 Parental Rights

Parents or legal guardians who believe that their child has provided personal information to us may contact us to request that we delete such information from our systems. We will respond to such requests in accordance with applicable laws.

10.3 Age Verification

We do not have actual knowledge of a user's age. We rely on users to provide accurate information about their age. If you are under 13 years of age, please do not use the App or provide any information through the App.

11. International Data Transfers

Red Internacional de Basquetbol Educativo operates globally, and your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.

11.1 Legal Basis for Transfers

When we transfer personal information from the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or Switzerland to other countries, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws. These safeguards may include:

  • Standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
  • Adequacy decisions by the European Commission recognizing certain countries as providing adequate data protection
  • Your explicit consent to the transfer
  • Other lawful transfer mechanisms as appropriate

11.2 Your Rights Regarding Transfers

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you may request information about the safeguards we have in place for international data transfers by contacting us as described in Section 16 below.

12. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. This section describes those rights and how to exercise them.

12.1 General Rights

You may have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to receive a copy of that information.
  • Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances, such as when the information is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or when you withdraw your consent.
  • Right to Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances, such as when you contest the accuracy of the information or object to our processing.
  • Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we provide your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to transmit that information to another controller where technically feasible.
  • Right to Object: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal information based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Where we process your information based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe we have violated your data protection rights.

12.2 European Economic Area, UK, and Swiss Residents

If you are located in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have the rights described above under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or similar laws. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Supervisory authorities in the EEA can be found at: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en

The UK Information Commissioner's Office can be contacted at: https://ico.org.uk/global/contact-us/

The Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner can be contacted at: https://www.edoeb.admin.ch/edoeb/en/home/the-fdpic/contact.html

12.3 California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to request that we disclose what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell about you.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to Correct: You have the right to request that we correct inaccurate personal information we maintain about you.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. We do not sell or share your personal information as defined under California law.
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You have the right to limit our use of sensitive personal information. We do not collect or use sensitive personal information beyond what is necessary to provide the App.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights.

We do not sell personal information and have not sold personal information in the preceding 12 months. We do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

12.4 Brazil Residents

If you are located in Brazil, you have rights under the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), including the right to:

  • Confirm whether we process your personal data
  • Access your personal data
  • Correct incomplete, inaccurate, or outdated data
  • Anonymize, block, or delete unnecessary or excessive data
  • Request data portability
  • Delete personal data processed with your consent
  • Obtain information about entities with which we share your data
  • Withdraw consent
  • Lodge a complaint with the Brazilian National Data Protection Authority (ANPD)

12.5 Other Jurisdictions

If you are located in another jurisdiction with applicable privacy laws, you may have additional rights. Please contact us to learn more about your rights and how to exercise them.

12.6 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at asociacionribeglobal@gmail.com. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law, typically within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

You may also exercise certain rights directly through your device settings, such as:

  • Deleting the App to remove locally stored data
  • Clearing the App's cache and data through device settings
  • Managing cookie preferences through device settings
  • Resetting your advertising identifier through device settings

12.7 Verification Process

When you exercise your privacy rights, we may need to verify your identity to protect your personal information from unauthorized access. We will only use the information you provide for verification purposes. The information required for verification may vary depending on the nature of your request and the information we maintain about you.

12.8 Authorized Agents

In some jurisdictions, you may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf. If you use an authorized agent, we may require proof of authorization and verification of your identity.

13. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers and mobile devices include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature or setting that signals your privacy preference not to have data about your online browsing activities monitored and collected.

At this time, no uniform technology standard for recognizing and implementing DNT signals has been finalized. As such, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals or any other mechanism that automatically communicates your choice not to be tracked online. If a standard for online tracking is adopted that we must follow in the future, we will inform you about that practice in a revised version of this Privacy Policy.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy. We may also notify you in other ways, such as through the contact information you have provided or through a notification within the App.

14.1 Material Changes

If we make material changes to this Privacy Policy that significantly affect your rights or how we use your information, we will provide you with prominent notice before the changes take effect. This may include:

  • A notification within the App
  • An email to the address you have provided (if applicable)
  • A prominent notice on our communications

14.2 Your Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of the App after we make changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree to the revised Privacy Policy, you should stop using the App and uninstall it from your device.

14.3 Review of Policy

We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about how we are protecting your information and to understand your rights and our practices.

15. Additional Disclosures for Specific Jurisdictions

15.1 Australia

If you are located in Australia, the information in this Privacy Policy is provided in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles. You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner if you believe we have violated your privacy rights. Contact information: https://www.oaic.gov.au/

15.2 Canada

If you are located in Canada, we comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy laws. You have the right to file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe we have violated your privacy rights. Contact information: https://www.priv.gc.ca/

15.3 South Korea

If you are located in South Korea, we comply with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). You have the right to file a complaint with the Personal Information Protection Commission. We retain your personal information for the periods specified in Section 7 of this Privacy Policy or as required by Korean law.

15.4 Japan

If you are located in Japan, we comply with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI). You have the right to request disclosure, correction, suspension of use, or deletion of your personal information in accordance with Japanese law.

15.5 India

If you are located in India, we comply with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011. You have the right to request access to and correction of your personal information.

15.6 Singapore

If you are located in Singapore, we comply with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA). You have the right to request access to and correction of your personal information. You may file a complaint with the Personal Data Protection Commission if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.

15.7 Philippines

If you are located in the Philippines, we comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012. You have the right to be informed, object to processing, access your data, correct or rectify inaccurate data, erase or block data, and file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission.

15.8 Thailand

If you are located in Thailand, we comply with the Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019) (PDPA). You have rights including the right to access, correct, delete, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing of your personal data.

15.9 Argentina

If you are located in Argentina, we comply with the Personal Data Protection Law No. 25,326. You have the right to access, rectify, and delete your personal data, and to file a complaint with the Agency for Access to Public Information.

15.10 Mexico

If you are located in Mexico, we comply with the Federal Law on Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties (LFPDPPP). You have ARCO rights (Access, Rectification, Cancellation, and Opposition) regarding your personal data.

15.11 South Africa

If you are located in South Africa, we comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA). You have the right to access, correct, and delete your personal information, and to file a complaint with the Information Regulator.

15.12 New Zealand

If you are located in New Zealand, we comply with the Privacy Act 2020. You have the right to access and correct your personal information and to file a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner.

15.13 Israel

If you are located in Israel, we comply with the Privacy Protection Law, 5741-1981. You have the right to access, correct, and delete your personal information held in databases, and to file a complaint with the Privacy Protection Authority.

16. Contact Information

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

Red Internacional de Basquetbol Educativo

Email: asociacionribeglobal@gmail.com

When you contact us, please provide your name, contact information, and a detailed description of your request or concern. We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry promptly, typically within 30 days or as required by applicable law.

16.1 Response Time

We aim to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, generally within 30 days. For requests involving the exercise of privacy rights, we will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law in your jurisdiction.

16.2 Data Protection Officer

At this time, we have not appointed a formal Data Protection Officer. However, all privacy-related inquiries sent to the email address above will be directed to the appropriate personnel responsible for privacy compliance.

17. Cookies Consent and Management

By using the App, you consent to our use of cookies and similar tracking technologies as described in this Privacy Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through your device settings.

17.1 Managing Cookies on Android Devices

To manage cookies and tracking on Android devices:

  • You can reset your advertising identifier by going to Settings > Google > Ads > Reset advertising ID
  • You can opt out of personalized ads by going to Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
  • You can clear the App's data by going to Settings > Apps > Ribe: The Game > Storage > Clear Data

Please note that opting out of cookies or resetting your advertising identifier may affect your experience with the App and may prevent certain features from functioning properly.

18. California Shine the Light Law

California Civil Code Section 1798.83, known as the "Shine the Light" law, permits California residents to request certain information regarding our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes during the preceding calendar year.

We do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes. If you are a California resident and would like to make such a request, please contact us at asociacionribeglobal