# Privacy Policy — Swipe Leagues **Effective Date:** March 19, 2026 **Last Updated:** March 19, 2026 --- ## 1. Introduction Welcome to Swipe Leagues ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By using Swipe Leagues, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. --- ## 2. Information We Collect ### 2.1 Information You Provide - **Account Information:** When you create an account, we collect your email address and a username you choose. If you sign in with Google, we receive your name and email address from Google. - **User-Generated Content:** Messages you send in league chats, picks you make on games, and any feedback or bug reports you submit through the app. - **League Activity:** Leagues you create or join, your pick history, standings, and points. ### 2.2 Information Collected Automatically - **Device Token:** If you enable notifications, we store a device token to deliver push notifications to your device. - **Usage Data:** We may collect information about how you interact with the Service, including which features you use and when. ### 2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect - We do not collect precise geolocation data. - We do not collect payment or financial information. Swipe Leagues is free and contains no in-app purchases. - We do not track you across other apps or websites. - We do not use advertising SDKs or sell your data to advertisers. --- ## 3. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect to: - **Provide the Service:** Authenticate your account, display your username in leagues, record your picks and standings, and enable league chat. - **Deliver Notifications:** Send you opt-in push notifications about your league activity, game results, and pick deadlines. - **Improve the Service:** Understand how users interact with the app so we can fix bugs and improve features. - **Communicate With You:** Respond to feedback, bug reports, and support requests you submit. - **Maintain Safety:** Detect and prevent abuse, fraud, or violations of our Terms of Service. --- ## 4. How We Share Your Information We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances: ### 4.1 Within the App - Your **username** and **pick results** are visible to members of your leagues. - Your **chat messages** are visible to all members of the league in which they are sent. - Your **standings** are visible to other members of your leagues. Your email address is never visible to other users. ### 4.2 Service Providers We use the following third-party services to operate Swipe Leagues: | Provider | Purpose | Privacy Policy | |---|---|---| | Google Firebase | Authentication, database, and notifications | [firebase.google.com/support/privacy](https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy) | | Google Sign-In | Optional OAuth sign-in | [policies.google.com/privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy) | | NHL Stats API | Fetching public game schedule and scores | Public API — no personal data shared | These providers access your information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf and are contractually required to protect it. ### 4.3 Legal Requirements We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of our users or the public. --- ## 5. Data Retention We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information from our systems within 30 days, except where retention is required by law. Pick history and standings data may be anonymized and retained for analytical purposes. --- ## 6. Data Security We implement industry-standard security measures, including: - Firebase Authentication for secure credential management - Firestore Security Rules to ensure users can only access their own data - HTTPS encryption for all data in transit No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. --- ## 7. Children's Privacy Swipe Leagues is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it. --- ## 8. Your Rights and Choices Depending on your location, you may have the following rights: - **Access:** Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you. - **Correction:** Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information. - **Deletion:** Request deletion of your personal information. - **Opt-Out of Notifications:** Disable push notifications at any time in the app or in your device's Settings. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the address below. --- ## 9. California Residents (CCPA) California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To submit a request, contact us at the address below. --- ## 10. International Users Swipe Leagues is operated from the United States. If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer. --- ## 11. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. --- ## 12. Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your rights, please contact us: **Swipe Leagues** Email: swipeleagues@gmail.com Website: https://swipeleagues.app --- *This Privacy Policy was last updated on March 19, 2026.*