Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

At Epic Moves, we collect information to provide you with the best video contest experience. We are committed to transparency about what data we collect and how we use it to help you compete, connect, and win.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide, maintain, and improve Epic Moves' contest platform and community features:

Contest Management and Prize Distribution

• Process contest entries and manage voting systems
• Determine winners and distribute prizes
• Verify eligibility and prevent fraud
• Send notifications about contest results

Community Features and Social Interactions

• Enable voting, commenting, and following features
• Curate personalized content recommendations
• Build athlete profiles and showcase achievements
• Foster connections within the athletic community

App Improvement and Personalization

• Analyze usage patterns to improve features
• Customize content based on sport preferences
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting
• Send relevant notifications and updates

Legal Compliance and Safety

• Enforce community guidelines and terms of service
• Detect and prevent fraudulent activities
• Respond to legal requests and protect user rights
• Maintain platform security and safety

Information Sharing

We only share your information in specific circumstances to provide our services and ensure platform safety:

Public Contest Information

When you participate in contests, certain information becomes publicly visible:

• Your username and profile picture
• Contest videos and their performance
• Contest rankings and winner announcements
• Public comments and interactions

Service Providers and Partners

We work with trusted partners to provide Epic Moves services:

• Firebase/Google Cloud: Video storage and app infrastructure
• Payment Processors: Epic Premium subscriptions and prize payments
• Analytics Services: App performance and usage insights (anonymized)
• Customer Support: Help desk and user assistance tools
• Content Moderation: AI and human review services for safety

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our users:

• Respond to valid legal requests and court orders
• Investigate potential violations of our terms
• Protect the safety of our users and community
• Prevent fraud and security threats

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale, user information may be transferred as part of the business assets, with continued protection under this privacy policy.

Data Storage & Security

We implement industry-leading security measures to protect your data and ensure Epic Moves remains a safe platform for athletes:

Firebase/Google Cloud Infrastructure

• Videos and data stored on Google's secure cloud infrastructure
• Automatic backups and disaster recovery systems
• Global content delivery network for fast video streaming
• Compliance with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other security standards

Industry-Standard Encryption

• All data encrypted in transit using TLS 1.3
• Sensitive data encrypted at rest using AES-256
• Secure API communications and authentication
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

Data Retention Policies

• Active Accounts: Data retained while account is active
• Contest Videos: Stored for contest duration plus 2 years
• Deleted Content: Removed from servers within 30 days
• Account Deletion: Personal data deleted within 90 days
• Legal Hold: Some data may be retained longer for legal compliance
• Anonymized Analytics: May be retained indefinitely for service improvement

International Data Transfers

Epic Moves operates globally, and your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Google Cloud's global infrastructure with regional data residency
• Standard Contractual Clauses for international transfers
• Compliance with regional privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

Your Rights & Controls

You have important rights regarding your personal information and how it's used on Epic Moves:

Access and Download Your Data

• View all personal information we have about you
• Download your contest videos and profile data
• Export your voting history and interactions
• Request data reports in standard formats

Control Your Privacy Settings

• Make your profile public or private
• Control who can see your contest history
• Manage notification preferences
• Choose what data to share with the community
• Opt out of personalized recommendations

Delete or Modify Your Information

• Delete individual contest videos
• Update your profile and account information
• Remove comments and interactions
• Request complete account deletion
• Withdraw consent for optional data collection

Children's Privacy

Epic Moves is designed to be a safe platform for athletes of all ages, with special protections for younger users:

Age Requirements

• Users must be 13 years or older to create an account
• Users under 18 need parental consent to participate
• Enhanced privacy protection for users under 18
• COPPA compliance for users under 13 with parental consent

Parental Consent Procedures

• Email verification from parent or guardian
• Additional privacy controls for minor accounts
• Restricted data collection and sharing
• No targeted advertising to users under 18
• Enhanced content moderation and safety features

Special Protections for Minors

• No direct messaging between users
• Stricter content moderation standards
• Limited data retention for minor accounts
• Enhanced reporting tools for safety concerns
• Regular safety education and guidelines

Cookies & Tracking

Epic Moves uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and improve our services:

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for app functionality and security
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand app usage and performance
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and customizations
• Analytics Cookies: Provide insights to improve our services

Analytics and Performance Monitoring

• Firebase Analytics for app performance and usage
• Crash reporting to identify and fix bugs
• User flow analysis to improve app design
• A/B testing for new features (anonymized data only)

Your Cookie Controls

• Manage cookie preferences in app settings
• Opt out of non-essential tracking
• Control analytics data collection
• Reset your advertising preferences

Third-Party Service Integration

We integrate with services that may use their own tracking:

• Apple App Store for app downloads and purchases
• Social sharing platforms when you share content
• Payment processors for subscription management
• Customer support tools for help requests

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through the app for significant changes
• Send email notifications for material policy changes
• Provide a prominent notice on our website
• Give you time to review changes before they take effect

Your continued use of Epic Moves after receiving notice of changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. If you disagree with changes, you may delete your account before they take effect.