PlayerNet Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to PlayerNet. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

• Name and username
• Email address
• Profile picture and banner images
• Account credentials (Firebase Authentication)
• Content you create, including posts, comments, and tournaments
• Messages and other communications within the app

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Log information (IP address, timestamps, app activity)
• Usage data (features used, interactions)

2.3 Media and Files

If you upload images, videos, or other files, they are stored securely using Google Cloud Storage.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and operate the Service
• Create and manage your account
• Display your profile and content to other users
• Facilitate contests and social features
• Improve and optimize the Service
• Monitor and prevent fraud, abuse, or illegal activity
• Communicate with you about your account

4. Authentication

We use Firebase Authentication, a service provided by Google, to securely authenticate users.

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

5. How We Store Your Information

• Secure cloud servers hosted by Render
• Google Cloud Storage for media files
• PostgreSQL databases

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.

6. Sharing of Information

• We do not sell your personal information
• Service providers (Firebase, Google Cloud, Render)
• Legal compliance requirements
• Protection of rights and users

7. Public Information

• Username
• Profile picture
• Posts and shared content
• Tournament participation

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service.

9. Account Deletion

You may delete your account at any time within the app.

• Your profile information is deleted or anonymized
• Your authentication credentials are deleted via Firebase
• Some information may be retained for legal/security purposes

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13.

11. Third-Party Content

Game information and images may be provided by third-party services such as IGDB.

All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners.

12. Security

We use reasonable safeguards to protect your information, but no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

13. Your Rights

• Access your information
• Update your information
• Delete your account
• Contact us regarding your data

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted at:

15. Contact Us

Email: [email protected]

16. California Privacy Rights

California residents may request information regarding disclosure of personal data to third parties. We do not sell personal information.

17. International Users

By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we operate.