Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Bunker Buddies ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email address, profile photo)
• Golf scores and game statistics
• Social interactions (posts, comments, likes)
• Friend connections and social network data
• User preferences and settings

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (model, operating system, unique identifiers)
• Usage data (features used, time spent, interactions)
• Location data (with your permission, for course finding)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, access times)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Send transactional emails (login codes, account notifications)
• Send marketing emails and newsletters (with your consent)
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Communicate with you about updates and features
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Email Communications

4.1 Transactional Emails

We send transactional emails for essential account activities such as login codes, password resets, and critical account notifications. These emails are necessary for the service and cannot be opted out of while maintaining an active account.

4.2 Marketing Emails

With your explicit consent, we may send you marketing emails about new features, promotions, and newsletters. You can opt out of these communications at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
• Visiting our Email Preferences page
• Adjusting settings in your account preferences

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Other Users: Your profile, scores, and social content are visible to your friends and followers
• Service Providers: AWS (email delivery), cloud hosting, analytics providers
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We use encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits to protect your information.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Object to processing of your personal data
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications
• Request restriction of processing
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

11. 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 policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. For material changes, we will provide additional notice via email.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: admin@bunkerbuddies.io