Pickup Sports

Effective Date: 1/1/2025

Introduction

Pickup Sports (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use the Pickup Sports app (the “App”) and associated website (the “Website”). It also explains your rights and how to exercise them. By using our App or Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services, including:

a. Personal Information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (optional)

  • Profile photo (optional)

  • Location data (with your consent)

b. Non-Personal Information:

  • Device information (e.g., operating system, device type)

  • App usage data (e.g., features accessed, time spent)

  • IP address

c. Information Provided by You:

  • Sport preferences (e.g., sport type, skill level, location preferences)

  • Messages and communications within the app

  • League or game participation history

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To provide and manage the App’s core functionalities, including finding and joining games or leagues.

  • User Connections: To facilitate connections between users for game organization and league participation.

  • Notifications and Updates: To send notifications, updates, and promotional content (with your consent).

  • Performance Improvement: To analyze usage data and improve the App and Website’s performance and usability.

  • Security: To ensure the security and integrity of the App and Website and to detect and prevent fraudulent activities.

  • Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information under the following circumstances:

a. With Other Users:

  • Your profile information (e.g., name, sport preferences) may be visible to other users to facilitate game organization and league participation.

b. With Service Providers:

  • Third-party service providers may access your information to perform essential tasks, such as app hosting, analytics, or payment processing, on our behalf.

c. Legal and Safety Requirements:

  • We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Pickup Sports, its users, or others.

d. Business Transfers:

  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within a reasonable time frame, except as required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., dispute resolution, regulatory compliance).

5. Security

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. These measures include:

  • Data encryption during transmission and storage

  • Regular security audits and updates

  • Access controls to restrict data access to authorized personnel

Despite our efforts, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.

  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information.

  • Restriction: Limit the processing of your information.

  • Objection: Object to the processing of your information for certain purposes.

  • Data Portability: Request the transfer of your information to another service provider.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

7. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

8. International Data Transfers

If you access the App or Website from outside your country of residence, your information may be transferred to and processed in a country with different data protection laws. By using the App or Website, you consent to such transfers.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

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

[email protected]

By using the Pickup Sports app and Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.