📄 PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: January 1, 2026
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Black Ball ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores and protects personal data when you use the Black Ball mobile application and related services ("Service").
By using Black Ball, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information:
Name or nickname
Boat name
Captain name
Profile description (bio)
Contact IDs (user ID)
Uploaded photos (profile picture, listings)
Messages sent via in-app chat
2.2 Location data (GPS)
Black Ball uses location data to:
Identify nearby boats and users
Show relevant listings and services within a limited radius
Enable local community features (chat, market visibility)
📍 Important:
Location is collected only while the app is in use or as permitted by the user
Location is not public with precise coordinates
Location is processed as an approximation (visibility based on radius)
You can revoke access to location at any time via your device settings.
2.3 Photos and Media
Users may upload photos:
As profile avatars
For listings on the marketplace
Photos are used solely for:
Displaying user profiles
Displaying listings and services
Improving user experience and trust
Photos are stored securely and are not sold or shared with third parties for advertising purposes.
2.4 Chat Messages
Black Ball provides an in-app chat feature.
Messages are stored to ensure delivery and synchronization of messages
We do not read private messages
Messages may be processed automatically for moderation, abuse prevention, or legal compliance
3. How we use your data
We use the data we collect to:
Provide and operate the Service
Enable local discovery of users, boats, and listings
Maintain the security and integrity of the platform
Improve app performance and user experience
Comply with legal obligations
4. Data storage and security
Data is stored using a secure cloud infrastructure (e.g. Firebase)
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect data
No system is 100% secure, but we follow industry best practices
5. Data sharing
We do not sell personal data.
Data may only be shared:
When required by law
To comply with legal processes
To protect the rights, safety, and property of users or the Service
6. User Responsibilities
Users are responsible for:
The accuracy of the information they provide
The content they upload (photos, descriptions, messages)
7. Children's Privacy
Black Ball is not intended for users under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Edit or delete your data
Request deletion of your account
Withdraw consent to data processing
9. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted in the application.
10. Contacts
For privacy-related issues, please contact:
📧 support@blackball.cc