Play It Forward Studios Inc. (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), a Tennessee corporation with its principal place of business in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we share it, how long we keep it, and what rights you have regarding your personal information when you use the Let’s Go Squatch’N mobile game application (“App”), the websites playitforwardstudios.com and letsgosquatchn.com, the online store, subscriptions, prize and giveaway systems, and any related services (collectively, the “Services”).
By downloading, accessing, or using the Services, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on the Services, by sending you an in-app notice, or by email (if we have your email address), and we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular consumer or device (“Personal Information”).
• Account registration information (email address, username, date of birth, password)
• Home address (required to establish your 30-mile gameplay radius / “Home Base”)
• Profile information (avatar, display name, preferences)
• Payment information (processed securely through Apple App Store, Google Play, or the Website)
• Information you provide when claiming prizes (name, shipping address, phone number, tax identification for tax purposes)
• Communications with support (emails, in-app messages) • Information submitted via the monthly No-Purchase-Necessary free entry method (if applicable)
• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, IP address, mobile network information)
• Precise geolocation data (GPS coordinates) during gameplay to enable AR hunts, cryptid spawns, and distance-based prize scaling
• Usage data (gameplay activity, mini-game progress, time spent, interactions with features)
• Technical data (crash logs, performance metrics, advertising identifiers)
• Analytics data (how you navigate and interact with the Services)
Information We use the information we collect to:
• Provide, operate, maintain, improve, and secure the Services (including real-time AR hunts, mini-games, prize pools, and leaderboards)
• Establish and manage your Home Base radius and distance-based prize mechanics
• Process subscriptions and prize redemptions
• Verify eligibility for prizes and comply with tax, age, and anti-fraud laws
• Communicate with you (account notifications, prize claims, updates, support)
• Personalize your experience (tailored hunts, mini-game recommendations, prize notifications)
• Prevent fraud, cheating (e.g., GPS spoofing), and abuse
• Conduct analytics, research, and improve the Services
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
• With your consent (where required), send marketing communications
Location data is essential to the core functionality of Let’s Go Squatch’N. We collect precise geolocation data (GPS) in real time when you are actively using the App to:
• Spawn cryptids within your 30-mile Home Base radius
• Calculate distance from Home Base to scale prize quality
• Enable AR scanning and interaction
You may disable location services through your device settings, but doing so will significantly limit or prevent core gameplay features. Location data may be shared in anonymized/aggregated form with sponsors for traffic analytics.
The Services are not intended for children under 18 years of age without parental supervision. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without verifiable parental consent through Family Mode.
allows supervised play for children. A parent or legal guardian may create and manage a Family Mode account for a minor. In Family Mode, certain features, interactions, purchases, and prize redemptions may be restricted or require parental approval to ensure a safe and appropriate experience. The parent or legal guardian remains fully responsible for the minor’s use of the Services and all activities under the Family Mode account.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without proper consent, we will delete such information as quickly as possible. Parents/guardians may contact us at su*****@******************os.com to request deletion or review.
We may share your information with:
• Service providers and contractors (hosting, analytics, payment processing, prize fulfillment, cloud services) who are contractually bound to protect your data
• Sponsors and business partners for prize fulfillment and limited visit analytics (anonymized where possible)
• Legal authorities, regulators, or courts if required by law, subpoena, or to protect rights/safety
• In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (your data may be transferred as part of the transaction)
We do not sell your personal information.
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. After account termination, we generally retain data for a limited period for legal, security, and backup purposes, then delete or anonymize it.
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
• Access, correct, update, or delete your personal information
• Opt out of certain data processing (where applicable)
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise these rights, contact us at su*****@******************os.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.
You can also:
• Manage location permissions in your device settings
• Delete your account through the App settings
• Opt out of marketing communications
The Services are operated in the United States. If you access the Services from outside the United States, your personal information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.
The Services may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., sponsor redemption portals, payment processors). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing any information.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at: Email: su*****@******************os.com Play It Forward Studios Inc. Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
We are committed to protecting your privacy while delivering the fun, fair, and rewarding experience that Let’s Go Squatch’N promises. Thank you for playing with us!