Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

TipBlitz ("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 Service.

By using TipBlitz, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account or subscribe, we collect:

• Google Account Information: Name, email address, and profile picture (via Google OAuth)
• Payment Information: Processed securely by Stripe (we do not store credit card details)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, predictions accessed, time spent on site
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and user preferences

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

• We do not track your betting activity or gambling behavior
• We do not share data with sportsbooks or bookmakers
• We do not sell your personal information to third parties

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the Service
• Process subscription payments and send receipts
• Send you predictions and updates (if you've subscribed to notifications)
• Respond to customer support inquiries
• Improve our prediction models and user experience
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with trusted third parties who help us operate the Service:

• Google: Authentication services (OAuth)
• Stripe: Payment processing
• Vercel: Website hosting
• Email Service Provider: Transactional emails and notifications

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and only use it for the services they provide to us.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Court orders or legal process
• Government or regulatory requests
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety
• Prevention of fraud or illegal activity

4.3 Business Transfers

If TipBlitz is acquired or merged with another company, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you cancel your subscription:

• Account data is retained for 12 months (in case you wish to reactivate)
• Billing records are kept for 7 years (Australian tax law requirement)
• Anonymized usage data may be retained indefinitely for analytics

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure OAuth 2.0 authentication
• PCI-DSS compliant payment processing (via Stripe)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and logging

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Under Australian privacy law (Privacy Act 1988), you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (service emails still sent)
• Data Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@tipblitz.com. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality
• Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics to improve the Service

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect functionality.

9. Children's Privacy

TipBlitz is not intended for users under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover we have collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Users

TipBlitz is based in Australia. If you access the Service from outside Australia, your information may be transferred to and stored in Australia. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified via email or a prominent notice on the Service. The "Last Updated" date at the top will reflect the most recent version.

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:

• Email: privacy@tipblitz.com
• Subject Line: "Privacy Inquiry" or "Data Request"

We will respond to all requests within 30 days.

13. Australian Privacy Principles

TipBlitz complies with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988. If you have concerns about how we handle your information, you can contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC):

• Website: oaic.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 363 992