Privacy Policy

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Effective Date: July 1, 2025
Last Updated: July 1, 2025

Thank you for choosing Sidelined LLC ("Sidelined," "we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile applications on iOS and Android platforms and related services (the "Services").

By installing or using our app, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from or about you, either directly or through third parties:

A. Information You Provide Directly

• Account Details: Full name, email, phone number, password, date of birth, username
• Profile Information: Photos, athletic/medical credentials, bios, location, certifications
• User Content: Posts, comments, media uploads, direct messages, and forum interactions
• Payment Information: Managed securely by third-party processors like Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Stripe

B. Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: IP address, OS type, device model, browser type, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: App usage logs, screen views, session length, crash reports
• Location Data: Approximate or precise geolocation (only with your consent)

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use mobile SDKs, cookies, or similar technologies for:

• Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics for Firebase)
• Push notifications
• App performance monitoring
• Personalization and A/B testing

D. Third-Party Integrations

We may integrate with platforms such as:

• Apple HealthKit (iOS) or Google Fit (Android) – only if user opts in
• Social logins (Google, Apple, Facebook)
• Payment providers (Stripe, Apple Pay, Google Pay)
• Firebase and other analytics tools

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

• Operate and improve the app and related services
• Customize your experience and feed content
• Facilitate networking between athletes, trainers, and medical professionals
• Provide customer support and send important updates
• Process payments and in-app transactions
• Ensure legal compliance and monitor for abuse or fraud

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, authentication, and payment processing
• Business Transfers: If we merge, sell, or transfer our assets, data may be part of the transaction
• Legal Requirements: If required to comply with applicable law or government requests
• Other Users: Profile and content visibility is subject to your privacy settings

4. Your Rights & Choices

A. Access & Control

You can manage your data through the app settings:

• Update or delete your profile
• Change visibility settings
• Opt in/out of notifications and tracking
• Request account deletion

B. Platform-Specific Permissions

• iOS Users: You can manage location and tracking permissions in Settings > Privacy > Sidelined.
• Android Users: Manage permissions in Settings > Apps > Sidelined > Permissions.

C. California Residents (CCPA)

You may have rights to:

• Know what personal info we collect and why
• Request deletion or correction
• Opt-out of certain data uses (we do not sell your data)

D. EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

You may request:

• Access to your data
• Rectification or erasure
• Restriction or objection to processing
• Data portability

To exercise any of these rights, contact privacy@sidelined.us

5. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. However, no system is 100% secure. Please use strong passwords and report any suspicious activity.

6. Children’s Privacy

Sidelined is not intended for children under 13 (or equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we learn we’ve collected personal information from a child, we will delete it promptly.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services
• Fulfill legal and regulatory obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

You may request account deletion via app settings or at privacy@sidelined.us

8. International Users

If you are outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. or other countries. We rely on legal mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses for such transfers when required.

9. App Store Compliance

Apple App Store (iOS)

• We comply with Apple's App Store Guidelines
• App uses Apple’s secure authentication and in-app purchase system
• Apple users may use Sign in with Apple for privacy-preserving login

Google Play Store (Android)

• We comply with Google's Play Store Policies
• App integrates with Google authentication, analytics, and Play billing services
• Google users may use Google Sign-In for simplified access

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. If we make material changes, we will notify you through the app or by email. Your continued use of the app after such changes means you accept the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

Sidelined LLC

privacy@sidelined.us