Fishing Buddy Go ("we", "us", "our") is operated by A2 Vision AB (Org. Nr: 559551-7797). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

• Email address or phone number (for authentication)
• Username and display name
• Password (encrypted)
• Date of birth and gender

1.2 Profile Information

• Profile photos
• Biography and personal description
• Fishing preferences (expertise level, preferred fish types, fishing methods, water types)
• Hometown/location information

1.3 Location Data

• GPS coordinates (when you grant permission)
• Approximate location for matching with nearby users
• Your exact location is never displayed publicly - only approximate distance

1.4 Usage Data

• Swipe actions (likes and passes)
• Matches and connections
• Messages and conversations
• App interactions and preferences
• Device information (model, OS version, unique identifiers)

1.5 Photos and Content

• Photos you upload to your profile
• Messages and content you share with other users
• Fishing spot photos and information you contribute

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core Functionality

• Create and manage your account
• Display your profile to other users
• Match you with compatible fishing buddies based on preferences and location
• Enable communication between matched users
• Provide personalized recommendations

2.2 Safety and Security

• Verify user identity
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and violations of our Terms of Service
• Detect and prevent fake accounts
• Investigate suspicious activity
• Enforce our community guidelines

2.3 Service Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns to improve the app
• Develop new features
• Fix bugs and technical issues
• Conduct research and analytics

2.4 Communication

• Send you notifications about matches, messages, and app activity
• Provide customer support
• Send important service updates
• Inform you about new features (with your consent)

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide our services (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
• Legitimate Interest: Improving our services, preventing fraud, and ensuring safety (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)
• Consent: Marketing communications and optional features (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)

4. Information Sharing

4.1 With Other Users

• Your profile information is visible to other users
• Your approximate location (distance) is shown to potential matches
• Messages are visible to conversation participants

4.2 Service Providers

We share data with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the app:

• Supabase: Database and authentication services
• RevenueCat: Subscription management
• Apple/Google: Push notifications and app distribution
• Analytics providers: App performance and usage analytics

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and property
• Prevent fraud or illegal activity
• Protect user safety

4.4 Business Transfers

If A2 Vision AB is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Data Retention

• Active Accounts: We retain your data while your account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Most data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations
• Backup Systems: Data in backups is deleted according to our backup retention schedule

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

As an EU/EEA resident, you have the following rights:

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@a2vision.se

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure cloud infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EU/EEA. We ensure adequate protection through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
• Other approved transfer mechanisms

9. Children's Privacy

Fishing Buddy Go is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16. If we become aware that a user under 16 has provided us with personal data, we will delete it immediately.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze app usage
• Improve performance

For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

11. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

• Apple Sign In: Apple Privacy Policy
• Supabase: Supabase Privacy Policy
• RevenueCat: RevenueCat Privacy Policy

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the new policy in the app
• Sending a notification
• Updating the "Last Updated" date

Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights: