Last Updated: 12 January 2025
1. Introduction
Sports Stats Limited ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our ZoneMatch mobile application ("the App").
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
We collect the following information that you directly provide:
- Your name and time zone
- Contact information for people you add (names and time zones)
- App preferences and settings
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect:
- Device time zone and app usage data (for functionality and performance)
- Basic device information (iOS version, device model)
- App Store account information (for subscription management)
2.3 Information We Do Not Collect
We do not collect:
- Location data beyond time zone information
- Contact phone numbers or email addresses
- Calendar or meeting details
- Browser history or cookies
- Social media information
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Core Functionality
Your information is used to:
- Display accurate time zone comparisons
- Save your contacts and their time zones
- Calculate optimal meeting times
- Manage your subscription status
3.2 Local Storage
All contact and user data is stored locally on your device using CoreData. We do not maintain a central database of user information. Your data remains on your device unless you choose to share it.
3.3 Subscription Management
We process subscription-related data to:
- Verify your subscription status
- Manage trial periods
- Process subscription renewals through Apple's App Store
- Provide access to premium features
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Third-Party Services
We only share data with:
- Apple App Store (for subscription processing)
- Apple StoreKit (for in-app purchases)
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if:
- Required by law
- Necessary to protect our rights
- Required by court order or legal process
5. Data Security
5.1 Storage Security
Data is stored locally on your device using iOS security standards. We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your information. No cloud storage or synchronization is used.
5.2 Transmission Security
Any communication with the App Store uses secure protocols. We do not transmit your personal data to external servers.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your data
- Export your data
- Manage your subscription preferences
These rights can be exercised through in-app settings, device settings, or App Store account settings.
7. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn we have collected children's information, we will delete it.
8. International Data Transfers
As data is stored locally, no international transfers occur. App Store transactions are handled according to Apple's privacy policy.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect new features or functionality, legal requirements, or privacy practice improvements.
10. Data Retention
Your data is retained on your device until you delete the App, remove contacts, or reset app data. Subscription records are maintained according to legal requirements.
11. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact: info@sports-stats.org
12. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK and EU data protection law, we process your data based on:
- Contract performance (subscription services)
- Legitimate interests (app functionality)
- Your consent (when explicitly required)
- Legal obligations (financial records)
13. Your Rights Under GDPR and UK Data Protection Law
You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, object to processing, and withdraw consent.
14. Complaints
If you have concerns about our data practices, you can contact us directly, file a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), or seek judicial remedy.
15. Cookie Policy
The App does not use cookies. Any local storage is managed through iOS system features.
16. Analytics
We do not use third-party analytics services. Any usage data is anonymized, used only for app performance, and stored locally.
17. Marketing Communications
We do not send marketing communications through the App. Any notifications are functional (subscription status, updates), system-related (iOS notifications), or user-configured.
By using ZoneMatch, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.