Overview
fallingsandgame.app (“we”, “us”) operates the free browser game at fallingsandgame.app. We keep the experience lightweight: you can play without creating an account, and your settings are stored on your device.
Information we collect
We do not require you to sign up or provide a name, password, or payment details to play.
- Local settings: your last material, brush size, sound preference, and a few lifetime counters (particles placed, materials tried, sessions) may be saved in your browser via local storage so they persist between visits.
- Usage analytics: we use Google Analytics to collect aggregated information about how the site is used.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to measure traffic and engagement — for example page views, sessions, and certain gameplay-related events such as starting the simulation or selecting a material. Google may process data such as:
- Approximate location derived from IP address
- Device and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Events we send related to gameplay (for example sandbox start or material select)
Google Analytics uses cookies or similar technologies where supported by your browser. Google's processing of this data is governed by Google's own policies. You can learn more in Google's Privacy Policy and manage analytics preferences through your browser settings or Google's opt-out tools where available.
We use this information only to understand how fallingsandgame.app is used and to improve the game and site experience. We do not sell personal information.
How we use information
- To operate and improve fallingsandgame.app
- To understand which materials and features are engaging
- To maintain site reliability and diagnose issues
Data retention
Local settings remain on your device until you clear them. Analytics data is retained according to our Google Analytics configuration and Google's retention settings.
Children
fallingsandgame.app is a general-audience game. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in a way that requires parental consent under applicable law. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us outside normal gameplay analytics, please reach out via our About Us page.
Third-party links
The site may link to third-party resources (for example Google policies). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will change when we do. Continued use of the site after updates means you acknowledge the revised policy.
Need something else?
Questions about fallingsandgame.app, feedback, or how to reach us live on About Us. Related legal pages are linked above.