Privacy Policy for DECODE Scorer

Last updated: [Current Date]

1. Introduction

DRX Robotics ("we," "our," or "us") operates the DECODE Scorer mobile application (the "Service"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.

2. Information Collection and Use

DECODE Scorer is designed with privacy as a fundamental principle. We collect minimal information necessary for the app's functionality:

2.1 Personal Information

We do not collect, store, or process any personally identifiable information (PII) such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, or location data.

2.2 Usage Data

The app operates entirely offline. All scoring data, match results, and user preferences are stored locally on your device and are never transmitted to our servers or third parties.

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage

All data generated by the app (match scores, timer settings, user preferences) is stored exclusively on your device using Android's secure local storage mechanisms.

3.2 Data Security

Since no data leaves your device, the security of your information depends on your device's security settings. We recommend keeping your device updated and secured with appropriate locks/passwords.

4. Third-Party Services

DECODE Scorer does not integrate with any third-party services, analytics platforms, advertising networks, or cloud storage services. The app functions completely independently.

5. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Our Service is appropriate for users of all ages, including children under 13. Since we do not collect any personal information, we comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Parents and guardians can be confident that no personal data about their children is collected, stored, or transmitted by this app.

6. Permissions

The app may request the following permissions for functionality:

• Storage: To save match data and settings locally on your device
• Audio (if applicable): To play match timer sounds and alerts

These permissions are used solely for app functionality and do not enable data collection.

7. Data Retention and Deletion

All data is retained locally on your device until you choose to delete it or uninstall the app. You have complete control over your data and can clear it at any time through the app's reset function or by uninstalling the application.

8. International Users

Since no data is transmitted from your device, there are no international data transfer concerns. All data processing occurs locally on your device regardless of your location.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

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

10. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

For users in the European Union, this app complies with GDPR requirements. Since no personal data is collected, processed, or stored by us, there are no data subject rights to exercise regarding data we hold (as we hold none).

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

For California residents, since we do not collect personal information, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requirements regarding data access, deletion, and sale do not apply to our Service.

12. Contact Information

13. Open Source and Transparency

DECODE Scorer is developed as an unofficial tool for the FIRST Robotics community. We are committed to transparency in our data practices, which is why we maintain this comprehensive privacy policy despite minimal data handling.

This privacy policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all users of the DECODE Scorer application.