Bat Smash

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 2025

Last Updated: January 2025

Overview

At Bat Smash (www.bat-smash.com), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you visit our website and play Bat Smash, the exciting casual baseball sports game where timing and precision matter. Whether you're perfecting your swing, unlocking new bats, or reaching distance milestones, we're committed to protecting your personal information.

Bat Smash is a free-to-play browser game that doesn't require account registration. This means we collect minimal information, focusing only on what's necessary to provide you with the best gaming experience possible.

What Information Do We Collect?

Information You Don't Need to Provide

The great news about Bat Smash is that you can start playing immediately—no sign-up forms, no email addresses, no personal details required. Simply visit our website and begin perfecting your timing to hit that baseball as far as possible.

Automatically Collected Information

When you play Bat Smash, certain technical information is automatically collected to help us improve the game and website:

  • Device and Browser Information: We collect basic technical details like your device type, operating system, browser version, and screen resolution. This helps us optimize Bat Smash for your specific device, ensuring smooth gameplay whether you're on desktop or mobile.
  • Usage Analytics: Through Google Analytics, we gather anonymized data about how players interact with Bat Smash. This includes which pages you visit, how long you play, which game features you use most (like the upgrade system or bat selection), and general traffic patterns. All this data is aggregated and cannot identify you personally.
  • IP Address: Your IP address is logged for security and analytics purposes, but we only use it to determine approximate geographic location (country/region level) and to prevent abuse. We don't use IP addresses to identify individual players.
  • Game Performance Data: We may collect technical metrics related to game performance, such as load times and error rates, to ensure Bat Smash runs smoothly for everyone.

Game Progress Data (Stored Locally)

Your Bat Smash progress—including your best distance scores, coin balance, unlocked bats (like the banana bat, fish bat, or pipe bat), upgrade levels for strength, speed, and bounciness, and level completion status—is stored entirely on your device using your browser's local storage. This data never leaves your device and is never sent to our servers or shared with anyone.

This means your game progress is tied to the specific device and browser you use. If you clear your browser data or switch devices, you'll need to start fresh, but your privacy is fully protected.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect serves several important purposes that help us make Bat Smash better:

  • Enhancing Gameplay: We analyze how players interact with Bat Smash's timing mechanics, power bar system, and upgrade features to improve the game experience. Understanding which bats are most popular or which upgrade paths players prefer helps us refine the game.
  • Website Optimization: Technical data helps us optimize page load speeds, ensure compatibility across different devices and browsers, and fix any technical issues that might affect your ability to play.
  • Content Improvement: We use analytics to understand which game guides, tips, and FAQs are most helpful, allowing us to create better content that helps players master perfect timing and reach greater distances.
  • Security and Fraud Prevention: IP addresses and access logs help us detect and prevent malicious activity, spam, or attempts to disrupt Bat Smash for other players.

We never sell, rent, or trade your information. Your data is used solely to improve Bat Smash and provide you with the best possible gaming experience.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Bat Smash uses cookies—small text files stored on your device—primarily for Google Analytics. These cookies help us understand how players use our website and game, but they don't contain personal information that can identify you.

What cookies do we use?

  • Analytics Cookies: These help us track website traffic and understand player behavior patterns. They're essential for improving Bat Smash's performance and user experience.
  • Functional Cookies: Some cookies may be used to remember your preferences, such as language settings or display options.

You have complete control over cookies through your browser settings. You can disable or delete them at any time, though this may affect some website functionality. We don't use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking.

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics (tracking ID: G-R7RRMT2ZZY) to understand how players interact with Bat Smash. Google Analytics processes data according to Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Game Hosting (Azgames)

Bat Smash is hosted and delivered through Azgames (gamea.azgame.io). When you play the game, you're interacting with their platform. We recommend reviewing Azgames' privacy policy if you have concerns about how they handle game-specific data. We are not responsible for Azgames' data practices.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect the information we collect. This includes encryption, secure server configurations, and regular security assessments. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we do our best to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your game progress data stored locally on your device is protected by your browser's security features. We recommend keeping your browser updated and using security features like browser updates and antivirus software.

Data Retention

Analytics Data: Google Analytics data is retained according to Google's retention policies (typically 26 months). After this period, data is automatically deleted.

Server Logs: Access logs and technical data are retained for up to 12 months, unless extended retention is necessary for security investigations or legal compliance.

Local Game Data: Your Bat Smash progress remains on your device until you clear your browser data or switch devices. We have no access to or control over this locally stored information.

Your Privacy Rights

You have several rights regarding your information:

  • Access: You can request information about what data we collect, though we collect minimal personal information.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the browser add-on mentioned above.
  • Local Data Control: You can clear your browser's local storage at any time to remove your Bat Smash progress. Note that this will reset your scores, coins, unlocked bats, and upgrades.
  • Deletion: You can request deletion of any identifiable information we may have collected, subject to legal and operational requirements.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@bat-smash.com. We'll respond within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Bat Smash is a family-friendly casual sports game suitable for players of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you're a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately at support@bat-smash.com, and we'll promptly delete any such information.

International Data Transfers

Information collected through Bat Smash may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using our service, you consent to this transfer. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data according to this Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Continued use of Bat Smash after changes to this policy constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, we're here to help:

Email: support@bat-smash.com
Response Time: We aim to respond to all legitimate inquiries within 30 days.

Thank you for playing Bat Smash! We're committed to protecting your privacy while you enjoy perfecting your timing and reaching incredible distances.