1. Introduction and Who We Are
Welcome to Bora. This application is operated and published on the Google Play Store under the developer account TA Souza, with legal responsibility and data control exercised by the independent developer Thiago Augusto de Souza.
The purpose of this document is to explain simply and transparently how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use the Bora app. By creating an account and using our services, you declare that you understand and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. What Data We Collect
For Bora to function correctly and offer the best possible experience, we collect the following information:
- Registration and Third-Party Data: When using social login (such as Google or Facebook), we receive your name, email address, profile picture, and bio.
- User-Generated Content: We collect the text and posts you make in the sports events feed, as well as private messages exchanged with other users.
- Location (Geolocation): The essence of Bora is to connect you to nearby events. Therefore, we collect your real-time location.
- Device Data: We collect automatic information about your device type to optimize app performance.
3. How We Use Data
The information we collect is used for specific and legitimate purposes:
- Service Operation: To create, manage, and authenticate your user account.
- Social Interaction: To allow you to interact with the community.
- Personalization: To show you relevant posts.
- Security: To monitor and prevent suspicious activity, fraud, and spam.
- Advertising: To display targeted ads to keep the app accessible.
4. Who We Share Data With
As a social network, part of your information is shared with the Bora community, but you control your privacy:
- Default Visibility: By default, your profile data is provided to other users.
- Hide in Search: You can configure your account to be hidden from the search bar.
- Private Profile: By activating the private profile option, you control who has access to sensitive data.
5. Storage and Security
We take your data security seriously.
- Infrastructure: Cloud servers in the East US region.
- Retention and Deletion: Attendance records (check-ins) are automatically deleted 24 hours after the event ends.
6. User Rights and Moderation
You own your data. At any time, you have the right to:
- Request a copy of all your personal information.
- Correct inaccurate data.
- Permanently delete your account and data.
- Moderation: Report offensive content via email at borasportsapp@gmail.com.
7. Policy for Minors
The use of the Bora app is strictly prohibited for minors. If we identify an account created by a minor, it will be permanently deleted.
8. Cache and Trackers
To ensure speed, Bora uses local cache. You can clear this data at any time in your device settings.
9. Contact
For questions or to exercise your rights:
Email: borasportsapp@gmail.com