Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Cruit ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and platform (the "Service"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using the Service, including:

Account Information: Name, email address, date of birth, phone number, and password
Profile Information: Position, age group, location, team affiliation, and other profile details
Performance Data: Game statistics, batting averages, throwing velocity, speed scores, and other athletic performance metrics
Game Logs: Detailed records of games, plate appearances, and other athletic activities
Media Content: Photos, videos, and other media you upload to your profile
Communications: Messages, offers, and other communications sent through the Service
Team Information: For coaches, information about teams, tryouts, and recruiting needs

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Service, we automatically collect certain information, including:

Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
Usage Data: How you interact with the Service, features used, pages viewed, and time spent on the Service
Location Data: General location information (city, state) that you provide or that we infer from your IP address
Log Data: IP address, access times, app crashes, and other diagnostic data

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from other users of the Service, such as when coaches view player profiles or when players receive offers. We may also integrate with third-party services (such as Firebase for authentication) that provide us with certain information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
Create and manage your account
Display your profile to other users (coaches or players, as applicable)
Facilitate connections and communications between players and coaches
Calculate and display Cruit Scores and performance metrics
Send you notifications about offers, messages, and other activity
Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
Send you service-related communications and updates
Analyze usage patterns to improve the Service

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Other Users

Your profile information, statistics, and other public content are visible to other users of the Service as intended by the Service's functionality. For example, coaches can view player profiles, and players can see information about coaches who send them offers.

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

Firebase (Google) for authentication and data storage
Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
Analytics and performance monitoring services
Customer support platforms

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

Comply with legal processes or government requests
Enforce our Terms of Service
Protect the rights, property, or safety of Cruit, our users, or others
Prevent fraud or other illegal activities

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your information.

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with your explicit consent or at your direction.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Secure authentication through Firebase
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication requirements
Secure cloud infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

6. Children's Privacy

The Service is designed for youth athletes (ages 10U through college) and coaches. We take the privacy of children seriously:

Users under 13 must have parental or guardian consent to use the Service
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
Parents or guardians may review, modify, or delete their child's information by contacting us
We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable laws

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Update

You can access and update most of your information directly through the Service by editing your profile in the app settings.

7.2 Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through the app settings or by contacting us. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it by law or for legitimate business purposes.

7.3 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format by contacting us.

7.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of certain communications, such as promotional emails, through your account settings or by following the unsubscribe instructions in our communications. However, you may not opt out of service-related communications that are necessary for the functionality of the Service.

7.5 California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

Know what personal information we collect and how it's used
Request deletion of your personal information
Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. We may retain certain information after account deletion if necessary to:

Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Maintain security and prevent fraud
Support business operations

When information is no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service 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 read the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page
Updating the "Last updated" date
Sending you a notification through the Service or via email for significant changes

Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@cruit.app
Support Email: support@cruit.app
Website: www.cruit.app

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.