Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 25, 2024
1. Introduction
FishComp ("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 use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").
By using FishComp, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Name and username
- Email address
- Profile picture (optional)
2.2 Location Data
With your permission, we collect location data to:
- Verify catch locations for competitions
- Show nearby competitions
- Display catches on the map
You can disable location services at any time through your device settings.
2.3 Photos
When you log a catch, you may upload photos. These photos are stored securely and used for:
- Catch verification in competitions
- Displaying on leaderboards and feeds
2.4 Usage Data
We automatically collect information about how you use the Service, including:
- Device information (type, operating system)
- App usage statistics
- Crash reports
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain the Service
- Process competition entries and verify catches
- Display leaderboards and rankings
- Send notifications about competitions and catches
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Improve and optimize the Service
- Detect and prevent fraud
4. Data Sharing
We may share your information in the following situations:
- Public Information: Your username, catches, and competition results are visible to other users
- Service Providers: We use third-party services for hosting, image storage, and analytics
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure password storage
- Regular security updates
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Object: Object to processing of your data
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. You can request account deletion at any time.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: support@fishcomp.com
- Website: fishcomp.com