Privacy Policy for NPA+

Last Updated: January 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how NPA+ ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• First and last name
• Location information (if provided)
• Birthday and age
• Sport preferences
• Account type

1.2 User-Generated Content

We collect content that you create and share through the App, including:

• Photos and videos you upload or capture
• Posts and comments
• Profile information
• Any other content you choose to share

1.3 Device Permissions

To provide our services, the App may request access to:

• Camera: To allow you to take photos and videos for your posts
• Microphone: To record audio for videos you create
• Photo Library/Media: To let you select and share images and videos from your device
• Location: To help you find nearby services, events, and other athletes in your area
• Storage: To save and access content on your device

Note: You can deny these permissions at any time through your device settings. However, some features may not be available if you deny certain permissions.

1.4 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• Device type and operating system
• App usage data and analytics
• Crash reports and error logs
• IP address and network information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services
• To create and manage your account
• To display your content and profile to other users
• To help you discover nearby events, coaches, agents, and other athletes
• To personalize your experience
• To communicate with you about the App and our services
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• To ensure the safety and security of our platform
• To comply with legal obligations

3. Third-Party Services

3.1 Supabase

We use Supabase (supabase.com) as our backend service provider to store and manage your account data and user-generated content. Supabase processes your data in accordance with their privacy policy. Your data is stored securely on Supabase's servers.

3.2 YouTube API

The App uses YouTube's Data API v3 to display sports-related video content. Videos are embedded from YouTube using their official embedding API. We do not download, modify, or claim ownership of any YouTube content. All videos are owned by their respective creators/channels. You can access original videos and channels through links provided in the App.

When you interact with YouTube content through our App, YouTube may collect information in accordance with their privacy policy. We encourage you to review Google's Privacy Policy and YouTube's Terms of Service.

3.3 Expo

The App is built using Expo, which may collect certain analytics and crash reporting data to help improve the App's performance and stability.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile information and public posts are visible to other users of the App
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers (like Supabase) who help us operate the App
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
• Safety and Security: We may share information to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

5. Data Security

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

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can access and update your account information through the App settings
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us
• Permissions: You can manage app permissions through your device settings
• Content Control: You can delete or edit your posts and content at any time
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of certain data collection by adjusting your device or app settings

7. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. 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 immediately, and we will delete such information from our systems.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it by law or for legitimate business purposes.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this 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.

11. Contact Us

This privacy policy is effective as of January 2025 and applies to all users of the NPA+ mobile application.