Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

PickyMcPickFace ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account registration information (name, email, username, password)
• Profile information (avatar, bio, preferences)
• Game-related data (picks, predictions, scores)
• Communication data (messages, chat, support inquiries)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we collect basic server and security information:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device model
• Server Logs: Access timestamps, pages visited, HTTP status codes, and request information
• Security Metadata: Information to detect, prevent, and address fraud and security incidents

We do not use third-party analytics services, collect location data, or use tracking technologies beyond what is necessary for security and account management.

2.3 Google Sign-In Information

If you choose to sign in or link your account using Google Sign-In, we receive only the following basic profile information:

• Name
• Email address
• Profile image/avatar (if provided)

This information is used solely to authenticate your account and link your PickyMcPickFace profile. We do not request access to Gmail, Google Drive, Google Contacts, or any other Google services. We do not share, sell, or use this information for any purpose other than account management.

2.4 Payment Information

All payment card details and financial information are processed by third-party payment processors. PickyMcPickFace does not collect, store, or have access to your full payment card numbers, CVV codes, or other sensitive payment credentials. You should review the privacy policies of these payment processors for details on how they handle your payment information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing, maintaining, and improving our Services
• Authenticating your account and managing user sessions
• Personalizing your experience and tailoring content
• Processing transactions and sending related information
• Sending promotional emails, newsletters, and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Responding to your inquiries and customer support requests
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing fraud and security issues
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing agreements

4. Disclosure of Your Information

4.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including cloud hosting, payment processing, authentication services, and customer support.

4.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to comply with legal obligations, enforce our agreements, or protect the rights, privacy, safety, or property of our company, users, or the public.

4.4 Public Information

Certain information you provide may be publicly visible on your profile or in game leaderboards, such as your username, avatar, and game statistics.

5. Cookies and Storage Technologies

We use cookies and browser storage technologies for essential functions only:

• Authentication Cookies: Used by our Supabase backend to maintain secure user sessions
• Local Storage: Used to store user preferences and session state on your device

We do not use marketing cookies, performance tracking cookies, or any third-party analytics services. These technologies are used solely to provide core functionality and maintain your authentication session. You can manage browser storage and cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Retention periods vary based on the type of information and the purposes for which we use it:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active. You can request deletion at any time, which will remove your account and associated personal information.
• Transaction Records: Retained as long as necessary for payment processing and tax/accounting purposes
• Security Records: Some security-related logs may be retained longer to detect and prevent fraud or security incidents
• Legal Obligations: Certain data may be retained longer if required by law or to defend legal claims

You can request deletion of your account and associated personal data at any time by contacting us.

8. We Do Not Sell or Share Personal Information

PickyMcPickFace does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. We do not share personal information in ways that constitute a "sale" or "sharing" under California privacy laws (CCPA) or similar regulations. Your personal information is used only as described in this Privacy Policy.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the information provided below.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites and applications that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these third-party services, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing your information.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child's account. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our Services following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

14. Contact Us

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

15. Privacy Rights Under Applicable Laws

Where applicable, we provide the privacy rights and protections required by data protection laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other similar privacy regulations. Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information, which we respect and uphold. Please contact us if you have questions about your rights under applicable laws.