Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

CricketBrackets ("we", "us", "our") operates cricketbrackets.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our Service.

2. Data We Collect

We collect the following information:

• Account data: Name, email address, and profile picture (provided directly or via Google OAuth)
• Predictions & activity: Your match predictions, pool memberships, and leaderboard standings
• Payment data: Payment information processed securely by Stripe — we do not store credit card details
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage analytics

3. How We Use Your Data

• Provide and operate the Service
• Process payments for pool creation
• Display leaderboards and pool standings
• Send service-related communications
• Improve the platform and user experience
• Prevent fraud and enforce our Terms of Service

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Supabase — database, authentication, and file storage (data processor)
• Stripe — secure payment processing
• Google OAuth — optional sign-in via your Google account
• Vercel — hosting and analytics

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them.

5. Cookies

We use essential cookies to maintain your authentication session and preferences. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing of your data
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

9. Children's Privacy

CricketBrackets is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of material changes via email. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries, contact us at [email protected].