Effective Date: August 23th, 2022
Guardy Apps (“we,” “us,” or “our”) 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 called Guardy (the “App”). By using the App, you consent to the collection and processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please refrain from using the App.
- Information We Collect
a) Personal Information: We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you create an account or use certain features of the App. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and other contact information. We collect this information to set up and manage your account, provide customer support, and communicate with you regarding the App.
b) User Content: The App allows you to upload, submit, store, and manage content, such as inventory data, attendance records, and equipment tracking (“User Content”). This User Content may contain personal information of your students, instructors, or other individuals. You are solely responsible for obtaining the necessary consent to collect and process such personal information. We may collect and process User Content to provide and improve the App’s features and functionality, customize your experience, and enable you to effectively manage your color guard-related activities.
c) Usage Information: When you use the App, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns. This may include your IP address, device type, operating system, browser type, mobile network information, and App usage statistics. We collect this information to analyze and improve the performance, functionality, and security of the App. We may also use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather information about your preferences.
- Use of Information
a) We use the personal information you provide to us to:
- Set up and manage your account;
- Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries;
- Send you administrative and promotional communications related to the App;
- Customize and improve the App’s features and functionality;
- Enforce our Terms of Use and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activities.
b) We may use the User Content you upload to provide and improve the App’s features and functionality. This includes storing, organizing, and displaying your User Content within the App, as well as enabling collaboration and communication features among users. We may also use anonymized and aggregated data derived from User Content for analytical purposes, to monitor usage patterns, and for research and development.
c) We may use usage information to analyze trends, administer the App, track users’ movements, and gather demographic information for aggregate use. This helps us understand how the App is used and identify areas for improvement.
- Sharing of Information
a) We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App and delivering services to you. These service providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information and are prohibited from using your personal information for any other purpose.
b) We may disclose your personal information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or if we have a good faith belief that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, investigate fraud, respond to a government request, or protect the personal safety of users or the public.
c) In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity or third party involved. We will provide notice of any such transfer and choices you may have regarding your information.
- Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is