Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

RealSportsPhotos ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform at realsportsphotos.com.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email, password)
• Profile details (bio, equipment used, leagues covered)
• Identity verification documents (for paid accounts)
• Payment information (processed securely by Stripe)
• Photos you upload for certification
• Event metadata you add to photos (teams, dates, venues)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (browser, operating system)
• Usage data (pages viewed, features used)
• IP address and location data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Photo Metadata

When you upload photos, we extract EXIF metadata including camera model, date/time taken, and GPS coordinates (if available). This information is used to generate C2PA credentials and may be displayed on public verification pages.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain our certification platform
• To generate C2PA content credentials for your photos
• To verify your identity and prevent fraud
• To process payments and manage subscriptions
• To display your photographer profile and certified photos
• To send you service updates and marketing communications (opt-out available)
• To improve our platform and develop new features
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in the following circumstances:

• Public Profile: Your photographer name, bio, and certified photos are publicly visible
• Service Providers: Stripe (payments), Vercel (hosting), Supabase (database)
• C2PA Credentials: Your photographer identity is embedded in certified photos
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Object to certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@realsportsphotos.com.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Even after account deletion, we may retain certain information for legal compliance, fraud prevention, and backup purposes for up to 90 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for users under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you are a parent photographing youth sports, you are responsible for any photos you upload.

9. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by email or through our platform. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: