Privacy Policy

Sportsball ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website www.joinsportsball.com and the Sportsball mobile application (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use our Service, we may collect:

• Email address: For account creation and authentication
• Display name/handle: Your chosen username
• Avatar: Your selected profile picture

1.2 Game Activity Information

When you play games on Sportsball, we collect:

• Games you create and participate in
• Your picks and predictions
• Game results and standings
• Virtual currency (jelly beans) balances and transactions

1.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect information about your use of our Service:

• Pages visited and features used
• Time and date of visits
• Device information (type, operating system)
• Browser type and version
• IP address and general location

1.4 Purchase Information (Mobile Apps)

If you make in-app purchases through our mobile apps:

• Purchase history and transaction details
• Payment processing is handled by Apple (iOS) or Google (Android) - we do not store credit card information
• We receive confirmation of purchases from the App Store or Google Play

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our Service
• Create and manage your account
• Process your game entries and track results
• Calculate scores and update leaderboards
• Send you game notifications and updates
• Respond to your questions and provide customer support
• Improve and personalize your experience on our Service
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our Service and develop new features
• Process and fulfill in-app purchases
• Prevent fraud and ensure the security of our Service
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

3.1 Firebase (Google)

• Firebase Authentication: For secure user login via email
• Cloud Firestore: For storing game data and user information
• Firebase Analytics: For understanding how users interact with our Service
• Firebase Cloud Messaging: For sending push notifications

Firebase Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

3.2 Apple Services (iOS App)

• Sign in with Apple: Optional authentication method
• In-App Purchase: For purchasing jelly beans (virtual currency)

Apple Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

3.3 Google Play Services (Android App)

• Google Play Billing: For purchasing jelly beans (virtual currency)

Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Public Information

The following information is visible to other users in games you participate in:

• Your display name/handle
• Your avatar
• Your game picks and predictions
• Your scores and standings in games

4.2 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

4.3 Legal Requirements

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

• Court orders or subpoenas
• Legal processes requiring disclosure of information
• Protecting the rights, property, or safety of Sportsball, our users, or others

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/SSL)
• Firebase's secure authentication system
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Access controls and authentication requirements

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you wish to delete your account, please contact us. We will retain and use your information as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Disable push notifications in your device settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@joinsportsball.com

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

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

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

10. International Users

Our Service is operated in the United States. If you are accessing our Service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and our central database is operated. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: