Are You Faster Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Are You Faster ("we," "us," or "our"), a mobile application that enables GPS-based running competitions and community challenges. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Android mobile application (the "App").

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information:

• Account Information: Email address, display name, age verification data
• Device Information: Device model, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: App interaction patterns, feature usage, session duration

2.2 Sensitive Data (Special Categories)

Under GDPR Article 9 and other privacy laws, we collect:

• Location Data: Precise GPS coordinates during active running sessions
• Health-Related Data: Physical performance metrics that may indicate health status
• Biometric Data: Speed and distance measurements derived from GPS tracking

2.3 Performance Data

For app functionality, we process:

• Running speed, distance, duration, elevation data
• Calories burned estimates based on activity
• Route visualization data for map display

2.4 Children's Data (COPPA Compliance)

• Users under 13 years old are completely prohibited from using the app
• Age verification is required before any data collection
• No behavioral analytics or location tracking for users under 13
• Parental consent required for users aged 13-17

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Purposes

• App Functionality: Enable GPS tracking, competition features, and community challenges
• Account Management: User authentication and profile management
• Performance Tracking: Calculate running metrics and display results
• Competition Features: Matchmaking, leaderboards, and challenge management

3.2 Analytics and Improvement (With Consent)

With your explicit consent only:

• App Analytics: Usage patterns to improve app performance
• Behavioral Analytics: User interaction patterns for feature optimization
• Performance Analytics: Aggregated running data for app improvement

3.3 Legal Compliance

• Age Verification: COPPA compliance and child protection
• Safety Monitoring: Ensure safe usage during physical activities
• Legal Obligations: Comply with court orders and regulatory requirements

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Service Providers

We share data with trusted service providers who assist our operations:

• Google Play Services: App distribution and payment processing
• Android System Services: Device permissions and notifications

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to:

• Protect the safety and security of users
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and property

4.3 No Sale of Personal Data

We DO NOT sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

5.1 User Data

• Active Accounts: Retained while account is active
• Location Data: Full traces retained on device until you delete runs or the app; cloud copies only where online features require them
• Performance Data: Retained for leaderboard functionality until account deletion

5.2 Account Deletion

Complete data deletion within 30 days of account deletion request.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 GDPR Rights (EU Users)

• Right to Access: Request copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Delete your data ("Right to be Forgotten")
• Right to Portability: Export your data in machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your data

6.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)

• Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how it's used
• Right to Delete: Delete your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale/sharing of personal information

7. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

7.1 Age Restrictions

• Minimum Age: 13 years old
• Age Verification: Required before app usage
• Parental Consent: Required for users aged 13-17
• No Data Collection: Users under 13 cannot access the app

7.2 Data Handling for Minors

• No behavioral analytics for children
• Limited location data collection (competition features only)
• Enhanced parental oversight capabilities

8. Security Measures

8.1 Technical Safeguards

• Layered storage: Sensitive traces on device; cloud services for authenticated online features
• Android Security: Leverages Android's built-in security features
• Encrypted Storage: Sensitive data encrypted using Android Keystore

8.2 Data Breach Procedures

• Notification Timeline: Within 72 hours of discovery
• Affected Users: Direct notification to impacted users
• Regulatory Reporting: Notification to supervisory authorities

9. Third-Party Services

9.1 Google Play Services

• Purpose: App distribution and payment processing
• Data Sharing: App usage data for store functionality only
• Privacy: Subject to Google's privacy policy

9.2 Google Firebase

• Purpose: Authentication; Firestore and Storage for user profiles, leaderboards, game logs, roster metadata, daily race accounting, and related online features
• Data minimisation: We sync data needed for those features, not your full advertising profile
• Privacy: Firebase Privacy Information

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by: posting the new Privacy Policy on this page, displaying an in-app notification, or sending you an email notification.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@areyoufaster.com
• Address: [Your Business Address]