Privacy Policy for Skid Island: Asphalt Mayhem

Last Updated: 13.08.2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Skid Island: Asphalt Mayhem (“the Game”). This Privacy Policy explains how CrossOrbit Studio (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and shares your personal information when you play our cross-platform multiplayer racing and drifting game.

By playing Skid Island: Asphalt Mayhem, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. This policy applies to all platforms where the game is available, including Windows, Linux, and Android.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Player Display Name: Your chosen username or display name in the game
  • Account Information: If you create an account or sign in through third-party services
  • Support Communications: Information you provide when contacting us

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, hardware specifications, device identifiers (IDFA on iOS, Google Advertising ID on Android)
  • Game Data: Gameplay statistics, progress, achievements, scores, car customizations, in-game purchases
  • Network Data: IP address, connection type, network performance metrics
  • Usage Analytics: Session duration, features used, crash reports, performance data

2.3 Multiplayer and Social Features

  • Multiplayer Sessions: Data about your multiplayer interactions and room participation.
  • Chat Communications: Messages sent through in-game chat systems
  • Leaderboard Data: Your scores and rankings in drift challenges and competitions

3. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

3.1 Photon Unity Networking (PUN)

We use Photon Unity Networking services for multiplayer functionality. Photon processes:

  • Player IP Addresses: Temporarily stored for matchmaking and connection stability
  • User IDs: Unique identifiers for multiplayer sessions
  • Session Data: Real-time game state information during multiplayer sessions

Photon’s data retention: IP addresses are retained for up to 30 days. No personally identifiable information (PII) is permanently stored on Photon servers.

Photon Privacy Policy: https://www.photonengine.com/privacy

3.2 AdInMo In-Game Advertising

We use AdInMo for immersive in-game advertising that doesn’t interrupt gameplay. AdInMo may collect:

  • Device Identifiers: IDFA (iOS), Google Advertising ID (Android), MAC address
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, manufacturer, screen size
  • Location Data: General location inferred from IP address
  • Ad Interaction Data: Advertisement views, clicks, and engagement metrics
  • App Usage Data: Information about the game version and features used

AdInMo’s data retention: User information is typically retained for up to 90 days.

AdInMo Privacy Policy: https://www.adinmo.com/privacy-policy/

3.3 Unity Analytics and Services

As our game is built with Unity, certain Unity services may collect:

  • Technical Data: Hardware information, performance metrics, crash reports
  • Usage Analytics: Feature usage, session data, player behavior patterns

Unity Privacy Policy: https://unity3d.com/legal/privacy-policy

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Game Functionality: Enable core game features, multiplayer sessions, and cross-platform play
  • Performance Optimization: Improve game performance, fix bugs, and enhance user experience
  • Customer Support: Respond to your inquiries and provide technical assistance
  • Game Development: Analyze gameplay patterns to develop new features and improvements
  • Advertising: Deliver relevant in-game advertisements through AdInMo
  • Communication: Send important updates about the game (if you’ve provided contact information)
  • Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect our rights

5. Data Retention

  • Game Progress Data: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after inactivity
  • Analytics Data: Typically retained for 12-24 months for analysis purposes
  • Support Communications: Retained for as long as necessary to resolve your issue
  • Third-Party Data: Subject to the retention policies of our third-party partners (Photon, AdInMo, Unity)

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Advertising Controls

  • iOS: Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking or Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising
  • Android: Go to Settings > Google > Ads > Delete advertising ID or Settings > Privacy > Ads
  • AdInMo Opt-out: Visit https://www.aboutads.info/appchoices for mobile advertising choices

6.2 Data Rights (GDPR/CCPA)

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request information about the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
  • Objection: Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin[at]crossorbit.de.

7. Children’s Privacy

Skid Island: Asphalt Mayhem is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us for removal.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet-based service can be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Security measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication systems
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Compliance with industry security standards

9. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including:

  • Photon Servers: Located globally for optimal performance
  • AdInMo Services: May process data in the UK and other jurisdictions
  • Unity Services: May process data in various global locations

These transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards, including:

  • EU Standard Contractual Clauses
  • Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
  • Other legally approved transfer mechanisms

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Post the updated policy in the game
  • Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
  • Provide prominent notice of significant changes where required by law

Your continued use of the game after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Information

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

Email: admin[at]crossorbit.de
Website: https://crossorbit.de/
Address: CrossOrbit Studio, Kranebitter Allee 142, 6020 Innsbruck

For users in the EU, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

12. Additional Legal Information

12.1 Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Where GDPR applies, our legal bases for processing include:

  • Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide the game service
  • Legitimate Interests: Improving our services, security, and customer support
  • Consent: Where specifically obtained for certain processing activities
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws

12.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it, and the right to delete personal information.