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Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how ATABEAST LLC ("ATABEAST," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you use the Atabeast mobile application (the "App"). By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Policy.
1. Information we collect
1.1 Account information
When you register, we collect your email address, and a one-time passcode is sent to verify it.
1.2 Profile information
Information you choose to add to your profile, such as your name, bio, sport and sport subtype, height, self-reported location (country, state/region, and city), and profile and cover photos.
1.4 Content you post
Posts (text, photos, and videos), comments, reactions, and reports you submit through the App.
1.5 Tags
When you or another user tags a profile in a post, we store that tag (a link between the post and the tagged user's account) to display it on the post and notify the tagged user. You can turn off being tagged by others at any time in Settings; doing so prevents new tags from being added to your profile. If you are tagged, you can remove your own tag from a post at any time.
1.6 Messages
If you use the coach-to-athlete messaging feature, we store the content and metadata (such as timestamps) of those messages.
1.7 Device permissions
With your permission, the App accesses your camera, microphone, and photo library only when you actively choose to capture or upload a photo or video for a post or your profile. We do not access these outside of that action.
1.8 Push notification data
We use Firebase Cloud Messaging to deliver push notifications. This requires a device token that identifies your device/app installation for delivering notifications; you can disable notifications in the App's settings.
1.9 Technical and log data
Our servers automatically log technical information such as IP address, device/app version, and request timestamps for security, debugging, and abuse-prevention purposes.
1.10 What we do not collect
We do not access your device's GPS or precise location, and we do not currently use advertising, analytics, or ad-tracking SDKs. We do not sell your data.
2. How we use information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account, including verifying Coach status;
- Operate core features of the App (posting, commenting, reacting, tracking profiles, tagging, messaging, and search);
- Send you push notifications and service-related communications (such as verification emails);
- Moderate content, respond to reports, and enforce our Terms of Service - this includes review by our administrators through the App's admin panel;
- Maintain the security, integrity, and reliability of the App;
- Respond to your support requests.
4. Data storage and security
Your information is stored on cloud infrastructure (including MongoDB Atlas for account/content data) and on the servers we operate, which also store uploaded media files (photos, videos, and coach verification documents). We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information, but no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your choices and rights
5.1 Profile and privacy settings
You can edit your profile, set your account to private, control whether other users can tag you, and control notification preferences at any time in the App's settings.
5.2 Account deletion
You can delete your account at any time from Settings. Deleting your account removes your profile and access to the App; some content or records may be retained for a limited period as described in Section 6 or as required by law.
5.3 Access, correction, or deletion requests
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at support@atabeast.com. We will respond within a reasonable time.
5.4 State privacy rights
Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights under applicable state privacy laws (for example, the right to know, delete, or opt out of certain processing). Contact us at support@atabeast.com to exercise these rights, and we will respond as required by applicable law.
6. Data retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the App. After you delete your account, we delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable period, except where we need to retain certain data to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce our agreements, or for legitimate security/backup purposes.
7. Children's privacy and child safety standards
7.1 Minimum age and guardian consent
Users between 13 and 17 years old may create an account and use the App only with the consent of a parent or legal guardian, as described in our Terms of Service. We ask users in this age range to confirm this consent when completing their profile, and we record that confirmation together with the date it was given. This consent is self-attested; we do not independently verify age or guardian identity. Parents and guardians who did not provide this consent, or who wish to revoke it, can contact us at support@atabeast.com to request that the account be reviewed or removed.
7.2 Standards against child sexual abuse and exploitation
ATABEAST LLC prohibits child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) in ATABEAST: Athletes & Coaches. This includes child sexual abuse material (CSAM), grooming, sexual extortion, child sex trafficking, and any content or conduct that sexually exploits, abuses, or endangers anyone under 18. Users must not create, upload, share, solicit, or promote such content or conduct through the App.
7.3 Reporting child safety concerns
Users can report messages, posts, accounts, and comments directly within the App using the reporting feature. Select "Inappropriate content" or "Other" to report a child safety concern. You can also contact support@atabeast.com with the subject "Child safety concern" and details that help us identify the relevant account or content. Do not download, copy, or attach suspected CSAM to an email or report.
7.4 Review and enforcement
Our designated, trained team member handles child safety concerns. We review reports and, when we become aware of CSAM on the App, act to remove it. We also take appropriate action against content and accounts that violate these standards, including restricting access or suspending or terminating accounts.
7.5 Compliance and reporting to authorities
We comply with applicable child safety laws and report confirmed CSAM to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) or the relevant regional authority, as applicable. We cooperate with lawful requests from the appropriate authorities and handle any required preservation or disclosure of information in accordance with applicable law.
7.6 Child safety contact
For child safety concerns or questions about these standards, contact support@atabeast.com. Child safety matters are referred to our designated team member responsible for our prevention practices and compliance.
8. Third-party services
The App integrates with Firebase Cloud Messaging (provided by Google) and, where applicable, the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their handling of your information, and we encourage you to review them.
9. International users
The App is operated from, and our servers are located in, the United States. If you use the App from outside the United States, your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.
10. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you through the App or by other reasonable means. Your continued use of the App after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
11. Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, contact us at support@atabeast.com.
Questions about your data?
Reach us any time at support@atabeast.com. See also our Terms of Service.