Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you use PodUp, we collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Email address (for waitlist and account creation)
• Gaming preferences (games, schedule, playstyle)
• Authentication data through Clerk (our auth provider)
• Optional profile information (Discord username, gaming IDs)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Match you with compatible gaming partners
• Send you updates about your pods and sessions
• Communicate about waitlist status and new features
• Improve our matching algorithms and services

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Other pod members (limited profile info for matching purposes)
• Service providers (Clerk for authentication, Convex for data storage)
• Law enforcement when required by law

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. Your authentication is handled securely by Clerk, and your data is stored on Convex's secure infrastructure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of marketing communications

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for authentication and site functionality. We may use analytics to understand how our service is used and to improve user experience.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us through our Discord community or at the email provided in our communications.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.