Mobile App Privacy Policy
Buckeye Pole Vault Academy Calendar App
Last updated: October 13, 2025
Note: This addendum supplements our main Privacy Policy and specifically addresses data collection and usage within our mobile calendar application available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
Mobile App Overview
The Buckeye Pole Vault Academy Calendar mobile application provides athletes, parents, and coaches with convenient access to training schedules, notifications, and location-based features. This addendum outlines additional privacy considerations specific to mobile app functionality.
Additional Mobile Data Collection
In addition to the data described in our main Privacy Policy, our mobile app may collect:
Authentication Data
- Google Account Information: Name, email address, and profile picture when signing in with Google
- Authentication Tokens: Secure tokens to maintain your login session and access calendar data
- Google Calendar Access: All users (athletes, parents, and administrators) grant calendar permissions to view training schedules
Device and Technical Information
- Device Identifiers: Unique device ID for push notifications
- Operating System: iOS or Android version information
- App Version: Current version of the installed app
- Crash Reports: Anonymous crash data to improve app stability
Location Data
- GPS Coordinates: When location services are enabled, used solely to verify you are at the gym location for check-in purposes
- Distance Calculations: Your distance from the gym location (calculated locally, not stored)
Calendar and Notification Data
- Google Calendar Integration: Training schedules accessed through Google Calendar API
- Notification Preferences: Settings for push notifications and alerts
Mobile-Specific Data Usage
The mobile app uses collected data to:
- Authenticate users securely through Google Sign-In
- Access training schedules through Google Calendar API
- Send push notifications about training sessions and updates
- Verify you are at the gym location for check-in purposes only
- Maintain offline access to recent calendar data
- Improve app performance and fix technical issues
Third-Party Mobile Services
Our mobile app integrates with the following services:
- Google Services: Firebase Authentication, Cloud Firestore, Firebase Messaging, Google Calendar API
- Platform Services: Apple Push Notification Service (iOS), Google Cloud Messaging (Android)
- Device Location Services: Device GPS for gym check-in verification (no third-party location services used)
Permissions and Consent
The mobile app will request the following permissions:
- Internet Access: Required for syncing data and authentication
- Google Account Access: Required - all users must sign in with Google and grant calendar permissions to view training schedules
- Location Access: Required for gym check-in functionality - this feature cannot work without location permissions
- Notifications: Required to receive calendar event reminders and important announcements from administrators
You can deny or revoke these permissions at any time through your device settings.
Children's Privacy (Mobile Specific)
For mobile app usage by minors:
- Parental Supervision: Users under 18 must have parental permission to download and use the app
- COPPA Compliance: We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent
- Parental Controls: Parents can manage their child's app permissions through device parental controls
- Data Deletion: Parents can request deletion of their child's app data by contacting us
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
- Limited calendar data stored locally for offline access
- User preferences and settings
- Authentication tokens (securely encrypted)
Cloud Storage
- Calendar data accessed directly from Google Calendar API (not stored in Firebase)
- App configuration settings and user profiles stored securely in Firebase Cloud Firestore
- Admin preferences and public calendar settings synchronized via Firebase
- All data encrypted in transit and at rest
App Store Compliance
Google Play Store
- Complies with Google Play Developer Policy
- Follows Google Play Families Policy for apps used by children
- Implements Google Play's Data Safety requirements
Apple App Store
- Complies with Apple App Store Review Guidelines
- Follows Apple's Privacy Guidelines
- Implements App Tracking Transparency requirements
Your Mobile Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Delete the App: Uninstalling removes all local data
- Revoke Permissions: Disable location, calendar, or notification access
- Sign Out: Disconnect your Google account from the app
- Data Deletion: Request deletion of all app-related data
- Data Export: Request a copy of your app data
Push Notifications
We may send push notifications for:
- Training session reminders
- Schedule changes or cancellations
- Important academy announcements
- Weather-related updates
You can disable notifications in your device settings or within the app at any time.
Updates to Mobile Privacy
Updates to this mobile privacy addendum will be:
- Posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date
- Communicated through app notifications for significant changes
- Updated in app store listings as required
Contact Information
For questions specific to mobile app privacy:
- Email: [email protected]
- Subject Line: "Mobile App Privacy Question"
- Address: 4480 Beard Road, Sunbury, OH 43074
- Phone: 614-581-6235
Integration with Main Privacy Policy
This mobile app addendum works in conjunction with our main Privacy Policy. In case of any conflicts, the terms in this mobile addendum take precedence for mobile app usage. View our website Privacy Policy.
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