Privacy Policy

01. Introduction

BizSim Game Studios ("BizSim", "developer") and CeanDoo Games ("CeanDoo", "publisher"), collectively referred to as "we", "our", or "us", operate the online multiplayer business simulation game Junkyard Tycoon 2 ("the Game") and the website located at jyt2.com ("the Website").

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information when you visit our Website, sign up for pre-launch notifications, participate in beta testing, or play the Game. By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

BizSim Game Studios develops the Game and can be reached through bizsim.com. CeanDoo Games publishes the Game and operates the Website, and can be reached through ceandoo.com.

02. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Email address when subscribing to launch notifications or beta signups
• Username and profile information when creating a game account
• Communication content when you contact our support team
• Beta application details including platform preference and play style
• Chat messages, guild communications, and trading activity within the Game
• Purchase information when making in-app purchases (processed by platform stores)

Information Collected Automatically

• Device information including operating system, device model, and unique device identifiers
• IP address, browser type, language preference, and referring URLs
• Gameplay data such as progress, achievements, virtual currency balance, vehicle collections, and in-game actions
• Session data including play time, feature usage, and interaction patterns
• Crash reports and diagnostic logs for stability improvements
• Advertising identifiers (IDFA on iOS, GAID on Android) when consent is provided

Information from Third Parties

• Authentication data from Google Play Games, Apple Game Center, or Steam when you link your account
• Payment confirmation from app stores (we do not receive or store your payment card details)
• Advertising network data used for ad performance measurement and fraud prevention

03. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing, operating, and maintaining the Game and Website
• Processing your pre-launch subscription and sending launch updates
• Creating and managing your game account
• Enabling multiplayer features including player-to-player trading, guilds, and chat
• Processing in-app purchases and managing virtual currency (diamonds)
• Personalizing your gameplay experience and recommending content
• Displaying advertisements, including interest-based ads where permitted
• Analyzing game performance, balancing gameplay, and identifying bugs
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing cheating, fraud, and abuse
• Enforcing our Terms of Service and community guidelines
• Communicating with you about updates, events, and promotional offers
• Complying with legal obligations and responding to lawful requests

04. Third-Party Services

We integrate third-party services to operate and improve the Game. These services may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them:

These third-party services operate independently and are governed by their own terms and privacy practices. We do not control how they collect or process your data beyond what is necessary for integration with the Game.

05. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted partners who help us operate the Game and Website, such as hosting providers, analytics services, and customer support platforms. These providers are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or government request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information.
• With Your Consent: In other situations where we have your explicit consent to share your information.

06. Multiplayer and Social Features

Junkyard Tycoon 2 is an online multiplayer game that includes social features. When you use these features, certain information becomes visible to other players:

• Public Profile: Your username, avatar, level, achievements, and game statistics are visible to other players. Do not include personal information in your username.
• Chat and Messaging: Messages sent through in-game chat (public, guild, or direct messages) are stored and may be reviewed for moderation purposes. Do not share personal or sensitive information through chat.
• Guilds: When you join or create a guild, your membership, contributions, and activity within the guild are visible to other guild members.
• Player-to-Player Trading: Trade history, listings, and transaction details are visible to the parties involved. Aggregated marketplace data may be visible to all players.
• User-Generated Content: Content you create or share within the Game, such as custom vehicle names or guild descriptions, may be visible to other players and is subject to our content moderation policies.

We recommend exercising caution when sharing personal information through any multiplayer or social feature. Information shared publicly cannot be made private after the fact.

07. Data Security

We take the security of your information seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect it, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data both in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
• Secure authentication protocols and access controls
• Regular security assessments and monitoring for unauthorized access
• Firebase App Check to verify the authenticity of requests to our backend services
• Encryption of premium currency and sensitive game state data

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we commit to promptly addressing any breach and notifying affected users as required by applicable law.

08. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the services you have requested, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

• Account Data: Retained for the lifetime of your account plus 90 days after deletion to allow for account recovery.
• Gameplay Data: Retained while your account is active. Aggregated and anonymized gameplay analytics may be retained indefinitely.
• Email Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
• Chat and Communication Logs: Retained for up to 12 months for moderation and safety purposes.
• Transaction Records: Retained for up to 7 years as required by financial regulations.

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data at any time by contacting us at [email protected]. Upon receiving a verified deletion request, we will delete or anonymize your data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

09. Children's Privacy

Junkyard Tycoon 2 is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the applicable minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 in compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar regulations worldwide.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected]. We will take steps to verify the claim and delete such information promptly.

If we discover that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information as quickly as possible.

10. International Data Transfers

Junkyard Tycoon 2 is available on Android, iOS, and PC (Steam) to players worldwide. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including countries that may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.

When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, and rely on adequacy decisions or other legally recognized transfer mechanisms.

By using our services, you acknowledge that your information may be processed in countries where data protection laws may differ from those in your home country.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

General Rights

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.
• Portability: Request a machine-readable copy of the data you provided to us.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent for data processing at any time, where processing is based on consent.

European Economic Area (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the right to restrict processing, object to processing based on legitimate interests, and lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

California (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, opt out of the sale of personal information (though we do not sell personal data), and not be discriminated against for exercising these rights. To make a verifiable consumer request, contact us at [email protected].

Advertising Preferences

You can manage your advertising preferences through your device settings. On iOS, you can enable "Limit Ad Tracking" or use "App Tracking Transparency" settings. On Android, you can opt out of personalized ads through your Google Settings. On Steam, advertising preferences are managed through the Steam client.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

12. Cookie Policy

Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand where our visitors come from.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly, such as session management and language preferences. These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website by collecting information such as pages visited, time spent, and referral source. We use Firebase Analytics for this purpose.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices, such as language selection and cookie consent preferences.

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of the Website. You can also manage your cookie preferences through the cookie consent banner displayed on your first visit.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page.
• For significant changes, we will provide notice through the Website, by email to registered users, or through an in-game notification.
• Your continued use of the Game or Website after the updated policy takes effect constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

14. Contact Us

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

• Email: [email protected]
• Developer: BizSim Game Studios — bizsim.com
• Publisher: CeanDoo Games — ceandoo.com

We will acknowledge receipt of your inquiry within 48 hours and aim to provide a substantive response within 30 days.