How ggbucks Protects Your Data and Privacy

Is ggbucks Safe to Use?

Yes. ggbucks takes your privacy and security seriously. This page explains exactly what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we protect it.

No legal jargon. Just straight answers.

What Information Does ggbucks Collect?

Information You Provide

Account basics:

• Email address (for login and payment notifications)
• Username (for display in the app)
• Password (encrypted, we can't see it)

Payment information:

• PayPal email (only when you cash out to PayPal)
• Coinbase email (only for crypto redemptions)
• Nothing else—no credit cards, no bank accounts

Information Collected Automatically

Device information:

• Device type (iPhone, Android model)
• Operating system version
• App version

Usage data:

• Games you play through our app
• Points earned and redeemed
• App features you use

Tracking data (with your permission):

• Game progress for crediting points
• Ad interactions (how we earn revenue to pay you)

What We DON'T Collect

ggbucks does NOT collect:

• ❌ Social Security numbers
• ❌ Bank account details
• ❌ Credit card numbers
• ❌ Your location history
• ❌ Your contacts or photos
• ❌ Browsing history outside our app
• ❌ Data from other apps on your phone

We only collect what's necessary to run the service and pay you.

Why We Collect This Data

To Pay You

We need your email to:

• Send gift card codes
• Process PayPal transfers
• Verify your identity for fraud prevention

To Credit Your Points

We track game activity to:

• Verify you completed offers
• Credit points to your account
• Prevent fraud (bots, cheaters)

To Improve the App

We analyze usage patterns to:

• Fix bugs
• Add features users want
• Optimize the experience

To Show Relevant Ads

Our business model relies on advertising. We use data to:

• Show ads that might interest you
• Report to advertisers (in aggregate, not individual)
• Generate revenue to pay your rewards

How We Protect Your Data

Encryption

• All data transmitted uses HTTPS encryption
• Passwords are hashed (we can't see them)
• Payment information is encrypted at rest

Access Controls

• Only authorized employees access user data
• Access is logged and audited
• Minimal data access principle (need-to-know basis)

Secure Infrastructure

• Data stored on secure cloud servers
• Regular security audits
• Industry-standard security practices

Fraud Prevention

• Monitoring for suspicious activity
• Protection against unauthorized account access
• Automated systems to detect abuse

Your Privacy Rights

You Can:

Access your data: Contact support to request a copy of your data.

Delete your account: Request account deletion through settings or support.

Opt out of marketing: Unsubscribe from emails at any time.

Control tracking: Disable tracking in your device settings (though this may affect point crediting).

GDPR/CCPA Rights

If you're in the EU or California, you have additional rights:

• Right to data portability
• Right to erasure
• Right to know what's collected
• Right to opt out of data sales

We don't sell your personal data to third parties.

Tracking and Advertising Explained

Why Tracking Matters for Reward Apps

Here's the honest truth: tracking is how reward apps work.

The flow:

1. You play a game through ggbucks
2. Tracking confirms you actually played
3. The game developer pays ggbucks
4. ggbucks pays you

Without tracking, we can't verify your activity, which means we can't credit your points.

What "Allow Tracking" Actually Does

When iOS asks if ggbucks can track:

• Allow: We can verify your game progress and credit points
• Deny: We may not be able to credit points for some games

For reward apps, allowing tracking benefits you directly.

Advertising Data

We share data with advertisers, but:

• It's aggregated (group data, not individual)
• We don't sell your personal info
• Advertisers don't get your email or identity

Example: Advertisers might see "1,000 users played Game X" not "John Smith played Game X"

Third-Party Services

ggbucks works with partners to function:

Payment Processors

• PayPal (for cash redemptions)
• Coinbase (for crypto)
• Gift card providers

These have their own privacy policies for their services.

Tracking Partners

• Advertising networks
• Attribution services (verify game installs)

These receive limited data needed to credit your points.

Analytics

• App performance monitoring
• Crash reporting
• Usage analytics

This data is anonymized and used to improve the app.

Protecting Yourself

Strong Account Security

Do:

• Use a unique password for ggbucks
• Enable two-factor authentication if available
• Keep your email account secure

Don't:

• Share your password
• Use the same password as banking sites
• Log in on public/shared devices without logging out

Recognizing Scams

ggbucks will NEVER:

• Ask for your password via email
• Request your Social Security number
• Ask for payment to "unlock" rewards
• Contact you on social media asking for login info

If someone claims to be from ggbucks and asks for sensitive info, it's a scam.

Frequently Asked Questions

"Does ggbucks sell my data?"

No. We don't sell your personal information to third parties. We share aggregated, anonymized data with advertising partners, but not your individual identity.

"Can you see my password?"

No. Passwords are hashed (converted to unreadable code) before storage. We literally cannot see them.

"What happens if I delete my account?"

Your personal data is deleted from our active systems. Some data may be retained in backups for a limited time, then deleted.

"Do you share data with the games I play?"

We share that you installed and played the game (to get credit). We don't share your email, payment info, or other personal details.

"Is my PayPal email safe?"

Your PayPal email is only used to send payments. It's encrypted in our system and not shared with other parties.

"What if there's a data breach?"

We follow industry practices to prevent breaches. If one occurred, we would:

• Notify affected users promptly
• Explain what data was affected
• Take steps to prevent future issues

"Do you track my location?"

No. ggbucks doesn't collect or track your geographic location.

Comparing to Other Apps

Our Commitment

ggbucks is built on trust. We can't pay you if you don't trust us. So we commit to:

• Minimal data collection: Only what's necessary
• Clear communication: No hidden practices
• User control: You can access and delete your data
• Security investment: Protecting what you share
• Honest advertising: We use ads, but we don't exploit your data

Questions?

If you have privacy questions not answered here:

• Check our full Privacy Policy in the app
• Contact support with specific questions
• We're happy to explain our practices

Your data belongs to you. We just need enough to pay you for playing games.

Last updated: January 2025