Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 1, 2025
Team Honey Badger, LLC ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our mobile application, HoneyBadger (the "App"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, protect, and store information about you when you use the App, and how you can exercise your privacy rights. This policy follows industry best practices and is designed to meet or exceed requirements set by the App Store, Google Play Store, and relevant global privacy regulations.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various categories of information to provide, maintain, and enhance the App’s features and functionality.
1.1 Personal Information
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Name: Collected during initial acknowledgment form submission.
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Email Address: Collected during account creation to facilitate user authentication, communication, and support.
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Account ID: Used to authenticate and track user interactions within the App.
1.2 Device Information
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Device ID: Registered for analytics tracking, crash diagnostics, and user interaction monitoring to improve the App’s performance.
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Operating System and Version: Automatically collected to enhance compatibility and functionality.
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Browser Type (if applicable): Collected for debugging purposes.
1.3 Usage Data
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Interaction Logs: Information about how users interact with the App, including feature usage, clicks, and time spent on various screens.
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Crash Reports: Data related to errors and crashes, used for debugging and performance enhancement.
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Session Information: Start and end times, duration of use, and frequency of interaction.
1.4 Location Information
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Approximate Location (if applicable): May be collected to optimize user experience or for analytics purposes.
2. How We Use Your Information
We utilize collected information for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to:
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Authentication: To verify your identity and associate you with your account.
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Providing Services: Facilitating access to your account, managing your progress, and enabling reward systems.
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Improving Performance: Enhancing user experience through debugging, troubleshooting, and performance analytics.
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Research and Development: Using aggregated and anonymized data to improve our App’s features and functionality.
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Security and Fraud Prevention: Protecting the App from unauthorized access, breaches, and fraudulent activities.
2.1 Data Sharing
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We do not share your data with external companies.
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If third-party analytics tools are used, they will be employed solely for performance enhancement and debugging, with no personal information shared unless explicitly stated.
3. Data Storage and Security
We prioritize the security of your information through industry-standard practices:
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Data Storage: All collected data is securely stored on AWS servers with encrypted data transfer (TLS) and secure storage mechanisms.
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Data Encryption: Personal information is encrypted both in transit and at rest to prevent unauthorized access.
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Access Controls: Restricted access to personal data to authorized personnel only.
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Security Audits: Periodic security assessments to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
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Data Retention: Interaction data is retained for up to five (5) years, after which it is permanently deleted or anonymized.
4. User Rights
In accordance with applicable privacy regulations, you have the following rights regarding your data:
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Access: Request a summary of the data we have collected about you.
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Correction: Edit your personal information, such as your email address.
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Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data.
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Portability: Request a copy of your data in a commonly used and machine-readable format.
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Restriction of Processing: Request limited use of your data under certain conditions.
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Objection: Object to certain types of data processing, particularly when related to marketing or research.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at appsupport@teamhoneybadger.com or visit teamhoneybadger.com/appsupport.
5. Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for individuals under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it. If you believe we have collected data from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.
6. Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When changes are made, we will provide a notification within the App requiring acknowledgment of the updated policy. The updated policy will also be available on our website at teamhoneybadger.com/appprivacypolicy. The effective date of any changes will be posted on the website and included in the notification.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
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Website: teamhoneybadger.com/appsupport
8. Compliance
This Privacy Policy is intended to comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations, including:
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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU): Providing users with access, modification, deletion, and portability rights.
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California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): Allowing users to request information about data collection, sharing practices, and deletion of their personal information.
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Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Ensuring no collection of data from children under 16.
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App Store Guidelines: Ensuring compliance with Apple’s privacy requirements for app submissions.
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Google Play Data Safety Section: Compliance with Android’s privacy and data security standards.
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), California, or other regions with specific privacy protections, you may have additional rights with respect to your personal data.
By using the HoneyBadger App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.