Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Account Information

• Name or display name
• Email address
• Authentication identifiers from Apple Sign-In or Google Sign-In
• Profile photo (if provided)

User Content

• Posts, comments, chess games, and messages
• Photos or images you upload
• Profile information and bios

Usage & Technical Data

• Device type and OS version
• App performance and crash logs
• Security and fraud prevention signals (including App Check)

Location Data

If you enable location features, ChessMate may use approximate or precise location to help show nearby chess spots or events.

2. How We Use Information

We use information to:

• Provide and operate the Service
• Authenticate users and secure accounts
• Store and display user content
• Improve performance and reliability
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Respond to support requests

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal data.

We may share data with service providers including:

• Google Firebase (authentication, database, storage, hosting, App Check)
• Apple Sign-In and Google Sign-In authentication services

These providers process data only to operate the Service.

4. Data Storage and Security

We use industry-standard security measures including:

• Secure authentication systems
• Encrypted data transmission
• Access controls and monitoring

No system is 100% secure, but we work to protect user data.

5. User Content Visibility

Content you post may be visible to other users depending on app features and privacy settings.

6. Data Retention

We keep data while your account is active or as needed to operate the Service and comply with legal obligations.

7. Your Rights

You may:

• Request account deletion
• Request removal of your data
• Contact support for privacy questions

8. Children's Privacy

ChessMate is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Third-Party Services

ChessMate may link to third-party services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Updates will be posted with a new effective date.

11. Advertising and Tracking

ChessMate may use third party advertising and analytics tools, including Meta, to measure ad performance and show relevant ads.

With your permission through Apple's App Tracking Transparency framework, we may allow these partners to collect device identifiers and app activity for advertising measurement and optimization.

You can change your tracking permission at any time in your device settings.

12. Contact

SMOOTHRATES LLC
Email: blake@smoothrates.com

By using ChessMate, you agree to this Privacy Policy.