Effective Date: December 4, 2024

EasyChamp, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") operates the BizZone mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our app.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide:

• Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Optional details like school name, chapter, and grade level
• User Content: Comments, posts, and interactions within the app

Automatically Collected Information:

• Usage Data: Features accessed, time spent, and interaction patterns
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and app version

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the BizZone app
• Create and manage your account
• Send event reminders and notifications you've requested
• Track achievements, XP, and competition progress
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience

3. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard practices:

• Database: We use Supabase, a secure PostgreSQL database service with encryption at rest
• Authentication: Passwords are hashed using bcrypt and never stored in plain text
• Transmission: All data is transmitted over HTTPS/TLS encryption
• Access Control: Row-level security policies restrict data access to authorized users only

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information only:

• With service providers who assist in operating our app (Supabase, Cloudflare)
• To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights
• With your consent for specific purposes

5. Third-Party Services

BizZone uses the following third-party services:

• Supabase: Database and authentication
• Cloudflare: API hosting and security
• Expo: App distribution

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt-out: Disable push notifications through device settings

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.

7. Children's Privacy

BizZone is designed for students, including those under 18. We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act):

• We collect only information necessary for app functionality
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
• Parents may contact us to review, delete, or stop collection of their child's information

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request account deletion at any time, and we will delete your data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of BizZone after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.