Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Welcome to Pickleball Blender! By accessing or using our website or mobile application (the 'Services'), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Please read them carefully.

1. Information We Collect

We collect certain information to provide and improve our Services:

• Account Information: When you create or join a group, we collect your group name, player name, and group ID.
• Device Information: Including device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Details of how you interact with the app, including groups joined, games played, and features used.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyze usage, and deliver relevant ads.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage groups, players, and game sessions.
• Enable group communication through chat features.
• Track game history, pairings, and player statistics.
• Improve and personalize your experience with our Services.
• Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries.
• Display relevant advertisements based on your interests and activity.

3. Data Storage and Security

Your group data is stored on our secure servers. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers to assist us in operating our Services, such as:

• Advertising Networks: To display relevant ads based on your interests.
• Analytics Providers: To understand how users interact with our Services.
• Hosting Services: To store and deliver our website and app content.

These third parties may collect information about your activities on our website or app through cookies and other technologies.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and Update: View and update your player information within any group you belong to.
• Delete Data: Remove groups and players from your device. Group administrators can delete players from groups.
• Cookies: Disable cookies through your browser settings (may affect app functionality).
• Advertising Preferences: Manage ad preferences through third-party services or device settings.
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data by contacting us.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as you remain active in a group. Group data may be retained even after you leave a group for legitimate business purposes, such as maintaining game history and statistics. If you wish to delete your data, please contact us at support@pickleballblender.com.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

8. International Users

If you are accessing our Services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using our Services, you consent to this transfer.

9. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, please contact us at:

Email: support@pickleballblender.com

Website: https://pickleballblender.com

11. Terms of Use

By accessing and using our Services, you agree to the following Terms of Use:

• License to Use: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes.
• User Responsibilities: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your group codes and for all activities that occur under your group.
• Prohibited Activities: You agree not to engage in activities that may harm, disrupt, or interfere with the operation of our Services, including but not limited to unauthorized access, distributing malware, harassing other users, or engaging in fraudulent behavior.
• Group Management: Group administrators (commissioners) are responsible for managing their groups and members. We reserve the right to remove groups that violate our policies.
• Intellectual Property: All content, trademarks, and intellectual property rights related to Pickleball Blender are owned by us or our licensors. You may not use our trademarks or content without permission.
• Disclaimers: Our Services are provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
• Limitation of Liability: We are not liable for any damages arising from your use or inability to use our Services, including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
• Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Services at our discretion, without notice, for violating these Terms of Use or any applicable laws.
• Governing Law: These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understand these Privacy Policy and Terms of Use and agree to be bound by them.