1. Introduction
Global Brands USA ("we," "our," or "us") operates the GlobalBrands USA mobile application (the "App"). This
Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly (Optional)
- Email Updates (Optional): When you voluntarily enter your email address on the app's
dedicated sign-up screen (prompted with "Enter your email for event updates, results, and exclusive
alerts"), we collect it to send you competition schedules, results, and promotional offers. By
submitting your email, you consent to receive these communications. You may skip this step
entirely.
- Onboarding Preferences (Optional): When you participate in the optional onboarding
flow,
you may select your role (Coach, Athlete, or Parent). This selection is stored securely on our server to
personalize your experience. You may skip the onboarding step entirely.
- Contact form submissions: When you use the "Contact Us" feature, we collect your name,
email address, subject, and message to respond to your inquiry.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device information & identifiers: Device model, operating system version, and a device
identifier (such as IDFV) used solely to associate your optional onboarding preferences and email with
your device on our server — enabling a personalized experience without requiring an account.
- Network status: Connection type and connectivity status to detect offline usage.
- App usage data: Anonymous interaction data used solely to improve app performance.
- Crash reporting: Anonymous crash reports (via Firebase Crashlytics, if enabled) to
improve app stability. No personal data is included.
2.3 Information from Third-Party Services
- Firebase Services (by Google):
- Cloud Messaging (FCM): A push notification token is generated and used solely
to deliver notifications to your device. We do not store or share this token for any other
purpose.
- Remote Config: Used to dynamically configure app settings (API URLs, keys)
without requiring an update. No personal data is processed.
- App Check: Verifies that traffic originates from the genuine app to protect
against abuse. No personal data is collected.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain the App and its features.
- Send push notifications about events, promotions, brand updates, and alerts (you can opt out in your
device settings).
- Send you event updates, competition results, and exclusive promotional alerts via email, strictly based
on the consent you provide when submitting your email address.
- Personalize your in-app experience based on your optional onboarding role selection.
- Respond to your inquiries submitted through the Contact form.
- Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve the App.
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues.
4. Data Storage and Security
- Onboarding preferences & Email addresses: Stored securely on our backend server,
associated with your device identifier, to provide personalized content and send updates. This data is
retained until you request deletion or unsubscribe.
- Contact form data: Submitted through our backend API and retained only as long as
needed to respond to your inquiry.
- Firebase servers: Data processed through Firebase services is stored on Google Cloud
Platform servers, which may be located in the United States or other countries. Google's infrastructure
maintains industry-standard security certifications (ISO 27001, SOC 1/2/3).
- Security measures: We implement Firebase App Check device attestation and transmit all
API data over HTTPS to protect your data during transmission and storage.
5. Push Notifications
We use Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to send push notifications by topic. We request your permission to send
notifications on first launch. You can manage notification preferences at any time through:
- iOS: Settings > GlobalBrands USA > Notifications
- Android: Settings > Apps > GlobalBrands USA > Notifications
If you opt out, you will still be able to use all other features of the App.
6. Third-Party Services
The App integrates with the following third-party services:
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
- We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
- We may share your email address with our trusted third-party email marketing provider ([Your Provider
Name]) solely for the purpose of delivering these communications on our behalf. They are
contractually obligated to keep your data secure and are prohibited from using it for their own
purposes.
- We may share anonymized, aggregated data (which cannot identify you) for analytics purposes.
- We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation.
8. Data Retention
- Contact form submissions: Retained until your inquiry is resolved, then deleted within
90 days.
- Email addresses (updates/alerts): Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion,
plus a short grace period for processing your request.
- Onboarding preferences: Stored on our server until you request deletion or uninstall
the
App. Upon uninstall, data will be deleted within a reasonable timeframe or upon request.
- Push notification tokens: Managed by Firebase and refreshed automatically. We do not
store them separately.
- Crash reports: Retained by Firebase for 90 days.
9. Children's Privacy
The App is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personally
identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has
provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
While the App displays cheerleading and dance content that may appeal to all ages, it does not include
features that collect personal information from children such as social networking, chat, or location
sharing.
10. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data by contacting us.
- Opt out of push notifications: Disable push notifications in your device settings.
- Opt out of emails: You can withdraw your consent and stop receiving all emails
(updates,
results, and alerts) at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link located at the
bottom of every email we send. You do not need to use the app to unsubscribe — simply use the link
in
any email you receive. Alternatively, you may contact us directly at
info@GlobalCheerDance.org.
- Uninstall the App: Uninstalling the App will stop all future data collection from your
device. To request deletion of previously stored data, please contact us.
- California Residents (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to know what personal information
is collected, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal
information.
- EU/EEA Residents (GDPR): You have the right to data portability, restriction of
processing, and to object to processing. Our lawful basis for processing is consent (for notifications
and email updates) and legitimate interest (for app functionality and responding to inquiries).
11. International Data Transfers
Data processed through Firebase services may be transferred to and stored on servers located in the United
States and other countries. By using the App, you consent to such transfers. Google's Data Processing and
Security Terms ensure appropriate safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses for data transfers from
the EU/EEA.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting
the new policy in the App and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this policy
periodically for any changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: