Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 19, 2026
SportTimes ("we," "our," or "us") operates the SportTimes mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Account Information: Name, email address, profile photo, and preferred sports positions when you create an account.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the App, including matches joined, communities you are part of, and matches you organize.
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and push notification tokens.
- Location Data: Approximate location to help you discover nearby communities and matches, only when you grant permission.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account.
- Display your profile to other users within communities you join.
- Show you relevant matches and communities.
- Send push notifications about match updates, join requests, and reminders.
- Display player lineups and match information to other participants.
- Track match statistics and player credibility (e.g., matches hosted, attendance).
- Improve and optimize the App's performance and features.
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Within Communities: Your profile name, photo, and match participation are visible to other members of communities you join.
- Match Lineups: When you join a match, your name and profile photo appear on the lineup visible to other participants.
- Service Providers: We may share data with third-party providers who help us operate the App (e.g., hosting, analytics, push notifications).
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your account and associated data.
- Withdraw consent for location data collection at any time through your device settings.
- Opt out of push notifications through your device settings.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our services. You may request deletion of your account at any time from the Settings page within the App, or by contacting us directly.
7. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
8. Third-Party Services
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
9. 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 updated policy within the App and updating the "Last updated" date above.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
SportTimes
7, Coronation Road, Dephna House
London, United Kingdom, NW10 7PQ
Phone: +44 7916 693908
Email: contact@sporttimes.app