Privacy Policy for Binder Buddy

Last updated: [INSERT CURRENT DATE]

            Important: This Privacy Policy explains how Binder Buddy collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application.
        

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you create an account with Binder Buddy, we collect:

Email address (for account creation and password recovery)
Password (encrypted and stored securely)
Profile information you choose to provide (such as profile pictures)

1.2 Collection Data

To provide our core functionality, we store:

Your card collection data (cards you've added to your binders)
Binder names and organization preferences
Card quantities and collection statistics
Wish list items

1.3 Usage Information

We may collect information about how you use the app:

App usage patterns and features accessed
Search queries within the app
Error logs and crash reports (to improve app stability)

1.4 Device Information

We may collect basic device information:

Device type and operating system version
App version and unique app installation ID
General location information (country/region) for analytics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide core functionality: Store and sync your card collections across devices
Account management: Create and maintain your account
Customer support: Respond to your questions and provide assistance
App improvement: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and fix bugs
Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
Communications: Send important updates about the app or your account

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers who assist in operating our app:

Firebase/Google Cloud: For data storage, authentication, and analytics
TCGPlayer: To retrieve current card pricing information (no personal data shared)

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to:

Comply with legal process or government requests
Protect our rights, property, or safety
Protect the rights, property, or safety of our users

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred to the new entity.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services, which employ industry-standard security measures including:

Encryption in transit and at rest
Regular security audits and monitoring
Access controls and authentication

4.2 Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of the personal information we have about you
Correct: Update or correct inaccurate information
Delete: Request deletion of your account and associated data
Export: Request a copy of your collection data in a portable format
Withdraw consent: Stop using the app at any time

6. Children's Privacy

Binder Buddy is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information immediately.

7. Third-Party Services

7.1 TCGPlayer Integration

We integrate with TCGPlayer.com to provide current card pricing information. When you view card details, pricing data is retrieved from TCGPlayer's public API. No personal information is shared with TCGPlayer.

7.2 Apple Services

If you use Apple Sign-In, Apple may share limited information (email address) with us as per Apple's privacy policies.

8. Analytics and Cookies

We may use analytics services to understand app usage and improve our services. These services may use cookies or similar technologies. You can control these through your device settings.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be stored and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

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 in the app
Updating the "Last updated" date
Sending a notification for significant changes

Your continued use of Binder Buddy after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Developer: Binder Buddy Team
GitHub: https://github.com/BinderBuddy
Privacy Policy Repository: https://github.com/BinderBuddy/privacy-policy
Issues/Questions: Create an issue on GitHub

We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.

12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
Right to say no to the sale of personal information
Right to access personal information
Right to delete personal information
Right to equal service and price

13. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

Right to be informed about data processing
Right of access to your data
Right to rectification of inaccurate data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing

            Remember: You can delete your account and all associated data at any time through the app settings or by contacting us directly.
        