Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account with Fonea, we collect:

• Name and username
• Email address
• Profile information you choose to provide
• Sports preferences and interests

1.2 Location Information

To help you discover local sports games and events, we collect:

• Current location data (when you grant permission)
• Venue locations for games you create or join
• General area information for game discovery

1.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use Fonea:

• Games you view, create, or join
• Messages sent through our platform
• App usage patterns and preferences
• Device information and operating system details

1.4 Images and Media

If you choose to add photos to your profile or games:

• Profile pictures and game images you upload
• Images are stored locally on your device and may be shared with other users

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide Services: Enable you to discover, create, and join sports games
• Connect Users: Help you find and communicate with other sports enthusiasts
• Location Services: Show nearby games and venues relevant to your location
• Communication: Facilitate messaging between users for game coordination
• Improve Experience: Enhance app functionality and user experience
• Safety: Maintain community safety and prevent misuse

3. Information Sharing

3.1 With Other Users

Some information is visible to other Fonea users:

• Your profile name and sports interests
• Games you create or participate in
• Messages you send through our platform
• Profile pictures you choose to upload

3.2 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

3.3 Service Providers

We may share limited data with trusted service providers who help us operate Fonea:

• Cloud storage providers for data backup
• Analytics services to improve app performance
• Communication infrastructure providers

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Local Storage: Much of your data is stored locally on your device
• Encryption: Data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data within our organization
• Regular Updates: We regularly update our security measures

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Account Control

• Edit or update your profile information at any time
• Control visibility of your information to other users
• Delete games you've created
• Leave games you've joined

5.2 Location Services

• Enable or disable location services in your device settings
• Use the app with limited functionality if location is disabled

5.3 Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at support@fonea.com. Please note that some information may be retained for safety and security purposes.

6. Third-Party Services

Fonea uses the following third-party services:

• Google Maps: For location services and venue mapping
• Device Storage: For local data storage and caching
• Camera/Gallery: For profile picture and game image uploads

These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

7. Children's Privacy

Fonea is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately at support@fonea.com.

8. International Users

Fonea may be used by individuals worldwide. By using our service, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of your location.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users of significant changes through the app
• Post the updated policy on our website

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us: