App Privacy Policy

Star Gaze Software ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Rehearse mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address - Used for account authentication and communication
• Display name - How you appear to other users in the app
• User role - Whether you are a coach or parent

1.2 Athlete/Child Information

Parents may add information about their children:

• Child's name - Used to tag training videos
• Child's age (optional) - For content appropriateness

Note: Children do not have their own accounts and cannot log in directly.

1.3 Video Content

When you use the App to record or upload training videos:

• Video files - Training videos you record or upload
• Thumbnail images - Preview images generated from videos
• Video metadata - Title, description, upload date, and tagged athletes

1.4 Comments and Feedback

• Comments - Text feedback on training videos
• Timestamps - Specific video times referenced in comments

1.5 Device Permissions

The App requests the following device permissions:

• Camera - To record training videos
• Microphone - To record audio with training videos
• Photo Library - To select existing videos for upload

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the App's functionality
• Enable coaches and parents to share training videos
• Facilitate communication between coaches and families
• Send important service-related notifications
• Improve and optimize the App

3. How We Store Your Information

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services:

• Firebase Authentication - Secure account management
• Cloud Firestore - Database for user profiles, comments, and metadata
• Firebase Storage - Secure storage for video files

All data is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS. Firebase infrastructure is hosted in secure data centers with industry-standard security measures.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. Your data is only shared:

• With connected users - Coaches can see videos and information for athletes whose families have connected with them via invitation codes
• With service providers - Google Firebase for infrastructure services
• When required by law - To comply with legal obligations

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:

• Your profile information is deleted
• Videos you uploaded are deleted
• Comments you made are deleted

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access - Request a copy of your data
• Correct - Update inaccurate information
• Delete - Request deletion of your account and data
• Withdraw consent - Stop using the App at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

7. Children's Privacy

The App is designed for use by adults (coaches and parents). Children's information is managed by their parents. We do not knowingly collect information directly from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

8. Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure authentication
• Access controls limiting who can view your data
• Regular security reviews

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice in the App or sending an email. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

11. Australian Privacy Principles

As an Australian company, we comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). You may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have breached the APPs.