Last Updated: February 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Games Afoot, LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares information when you use the goWalkWise mobile application (“App”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email Address: Used for account authentication and communication
• Profile Information: Information you provide when setting up your profile

1.2 Health and Fitness Data

To provide walking tour functionality, we collect:

• Step Count Data: Collected via your device’s pedometer and motion sensors to track your walking progress during tours
• Activity Recognition Data: Used to determine when you are walking

1.3 Location Data

To provide location-based tour experiences, we collect:

• Tour Progress: Information about which of our virtual locations you have visited and your virtual progress through tours

1.4 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information about how you use the App:

• Tour Data: Which venues you select, which tours you start, and which virtual locations you visit
• App Performance: Crash reports and performance metrics to improve app stability
• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version

1.5 Firebase Services

We use Google Firebase services for:

• Authentication: Secure user account management
• Cloud Firestore: Storing your tour progress and preferences
• Analytics: Understanding app usage patterns (anonymized)
• Crash Reporting: Identifying and fixing app issues

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the goWalkWise service
• Track your walking progress during tours
• Improve and optimize the App’s performance and user experience
• Send you important updates about the App (you can opt out)
• Respond to your support requests
• Detect and prevent technical issues and security threats

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who help us operate the App:

• Google Firebase: For authentication, data storage, analytics, and crash reporting. Firebase’s privacy practices are governed by Google’s Privacy Policy.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as:

• Compliance with legal obligations
• Protection of our rights and safety
• Prevention of fraud or security threats

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

3.4 What We Don’t Share

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
• Secure authentication through Firebase Auth
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls limiting who can view your data

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Correction

You can access and update your account information at any time through the App settings or by contacting us.

5.2 Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data by:

• Using the account deletion feature in the App

5.3 Permissions

You can control app permissions through your device settings:

• Motion & Fitness: Required for step tracking. If you disable this permission, the app will not work.
• Notifications: Optional. Used to notify you of tour milestones and updates.

5.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of:

• Marketing communications (if any) by following unsubscribe instructions

6. Children’s Privacy

goWalkWise is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will delete that information.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the goWalkWise service to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
• Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.