1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, make predictions, or contact us. This includes:

• Account information (username, email, profile picture)
• Profile information (name, location, preferences)
• Predictions, comments, and other content you create
• Communications with us and other users

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Create and manage your account
• Track your predictions and calculate scores
• Enable social features and competitions
• Send you notifications and updates
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in these limited circumstances:

• With other users as part of the social features (username, predictions, scores)
• With service providers who help us operate our platform
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition

4. Third-Party Authentication

When you sign in using Google or other third-party services, we receive basic profile information (name, email, profile picture) as permitted by those services. We use this information to create and maintain your account.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for 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.

7. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, remember your preferences, and analyze how our service is used. We use Umami Analytics to understand usage patterns while respecting your privacy.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your account information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Control email notifications and preferences
• Request a copy of your personal data

9. Children's Privacy

CHALK is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

10. International Users

CHALK is operated from the United States. If you are accessing our service from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "last updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our platform or email us at privacy@chalk.app.