Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 17, 2026
PlayConnect Solutions ("PlayConnect", "we", "us", or "our") operates the PlayConnect platform, accessible via web application, Android app, and iOS app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit or use our platform.
By accessing or using PlayConnect, you agree to this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
When you register or use PlayConnect, we may collect:
- Full name, email address, phone number
- Profile photograph and biography
- Date of birth and gender
- City, state, and postal/PIN code
- Sports preferences and skill levels
- Payment information (processed securely by Razorpay; we do not store card details)
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Device information (type, OS, browser)
- IP address and approximate location
- Usage data (pages visited, clicks, session duration)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Firebase Analytics data (anonymous usage patterns)
1.3 Location Data
With your consent, we collect precise location data via Google Maps API to show nearby venues, events, and players. You can disable this in your device settings at any time.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account
- To facilitate venue bookings, event registrations, and marketplace purchases
- To process payments through Razorpay
- To display nearby venues and events on the map
- To send booking confirmations, receipts, and notifications
- To personalize your experience (sport recommendations, AI-driven suggestions)
- To communicate promotional offers (with opt-out option)
- To monitor platform performance and prevent fraud
- To comply with legal obligations
3. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Firebase (authentication, database), Razorpay (payments), Google Maps (location services), analytics providers
- Venue Owners & Sellers: Your name, phone, and delivery address when you make a booking or purchase (necessary to fulfill the transaction)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Firebase Authentication with encrypted tokens
- Firestore security rules with role-based access control (RBAC)
- Razorpay PCI-DSS compliant payment processing
- HTTPS encryption for all data in transit
- Environment variables for all API keys (never exposed client-side)
While we strive to protect your data, no method of electronic transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights
Under applicable Indian data protection laws (IT Act, 2000 and Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data held by us
- Correct or update inaccurate personal data
- Delete your account and associated data
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@playconnect.in
6. Cookies
We use cookies and localStorage to maintain your session, remember preferences, and analyze usage. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain platform features.
7. Third-Party Services
PlayConnect integrates with the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:
- Google Firebase (Authentication, Firestore, Analytics, Storage)
- Razorpay (Payment Processing)
- Google Maps Platform (Location Services)
8. Children's Privacy
PlayConnect is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, please contact us to have it removed.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Upon account deletion, we will remove your personal data within 90 days, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., dispute resolution, fraud prevention).
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries:
PlayConnect Solutions
Email: info@playconnect.in
Registered Office: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India