Introduction

Welcome to Sporty! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy will inform you about how we handle your personal data when you use our mobile application and tell you about your privacy rights.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you use Sporty, we may collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and profile picture
• Authentication Data: Login credentials and authentication tokens (via Firebase Authentication)
• Location Data: Your device's location to help you find nearby sports courts and facilities
• Booking Information: Details of your court bookings, including dates, times, and court preferences
• Payment Information: Payment transaction details (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• User-Generated Content: Reviews, ratings, and feedback you provide about courts and facilities
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our app:

• Usage data and analytics (app features used, session duration, etc.)
• Crash reports and diagnostic information
• IP address and general location information

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our court booking services
• Account Management: To create and manage your user account
• Bookings & Payments: To process your court bookings and facilitate payments
• Location Services: To show you nearby courts and provide location-based recommendations
• Communication: To send you booking confirmations, reminders, and important updates
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide technical support
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with our app and improve user experience
• Safety & Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Data Storage and Security

Firebase Services

Sporty uses Google Firebase services for data storage and authentication:

• Firebase Authentication: Securely manages user authentication and login
• Cloud Firestore: Stores user profiles, bookings, court information, and reviews
• Firebase Storage: Stores user profile pictures and court images

Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encrypted data transmission using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure authentication mechanisms
• Regular security updates and patches
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Regular security audits and monitoring

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

Third-Party Services

Sporty integrates with the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Google Maps: For displaying court locations and navigation
• Firebase (Google): For backend services, authentication, and cloud storage
• Payment Processors: For secure payment processing (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or similar)
• Analytics Services: To understand app usage and improve our services

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand how they handle your data.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We Share Your Information With:

• Court Owners: Your booking details are shared with court owners to facilitate reservations
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate our services (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulation
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We Do NOT:

• Sell your personal information to third parties
• Share your data for advertising purposes without your consent
• Use your information for purposes other than those described in this policy

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Opt-Out: Opt-out of certain data collection and marketing communications
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent for data processing at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

Location Data

Sporty uses your device's location to provide core functionality:

• Finding nearby sports courts and facilities
• Providing distance estimates and directions
• Location-based search and recommendations

You can control location permissions through your device settings. Note that disabling location services may limit certain app features.

Children's Privacy

Sporty is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 (or applicable age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services 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 or legitimate business purposes.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through the app or via email for significant changes
• Seek your consent if required by applicable law

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of Sporty after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

International Users

Sporty may be accessed from countries around the world. By using our app, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules.

Your Consent

By using Sporty, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our application.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to know what personal information we collect
• The right to delete your personal information
• The right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• The right to access your personal data
• The right to rectification of inaccurate data
• The right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• The right to restrict processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing