Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, information collected automatically through your use of the Service, and information provided by third-party services used to operate the platform.

Information You Provide

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect your email address and account authentication credentials. Passwords are securely hashed and are never stored in plain text.

Waitlist and Signup Information

If you join a waitlist, request early access, or subscribe to updates, we may collect your email address and any optional information you choose to provide.

Subscription and Payment Information

If you subscribe to a paid plan, payment information is processed securely through Stripe. We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers.

Communications

If you contact us directly, we may collect your name, email address, and the contents of your communication.

Information We Collect Automatically

Usage Information

We collect information about how users interact with the Service, including:

• pages visited
• session duration
• referring pages
• interactions with site features
• approximate geographic region
• timestamps of activity

Technical Information

We may collect:

• IP address
• browser type and version
• operating system
• device type
• screen resolution
• user agent information

This information is used for security, fraud prevention, analytics, debugging, and improving the Service.

Form and Security Metadata

When forms are submitted, we may collect metadata such as user agent strings, timestamps, and referring URLs to help detect spam, abuse, and fraudulent activity.

Information We Do Not Collect

We want to be clear about practices we do not engage in.

We do not:

• sell personal information to advertisers or data brokers
• use third-party advertising pixels or behavioral advertising trackers
• use advertising cookies
• knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• collect biometric information
• collect precise geolocation data

2. How We Use Information

We use information we collect to:

• provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• authenticate users and manage accounts
• process subscriptions and payments
• communicate with users regarding accounts, support requests, and product updates
• analyze usage trends and improve product performance
• detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, or security incidents
• comply with legal obligations
• enforce our Terms of Service and other policies

We may also use aggregated and anonymized data for research, analytics, product development, and business operations.

3. How We Share Information

We share personal information only in limited circumstances described below.

Service Providers

We rely on third-party service providers to help operate the Service, including providers for:

• cloud hosting and infrastructure
• authentication and account management
• analytics
• payment processing
• customer communications
• AI-assisted content generation

These providers may process information only as necessary to provide services on our behalf and are contractually restricted from using the information for unrelated purposes.

Payments are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers.

We may use AI service providers to assist in generating summaries, insights, or content features. We do not intentionally send directly identifying personal information to such providers except where necessary to provide requested functionality.

Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or if we reasonably believe disclosure is necessary to:

• comply with legal obligations
• respond to lawful requests from government authorities
• protect the rights, property, or safety of users or the Service
• investigate fraud, abuse, or security issues
• enforce our agreements or policies

Business Transfers

If The Berserker Group Ltd is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, restructuring, sale of assets, or similar transaction, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

If such a transfer materially affects your rights, we will provide reasonable notice where required by law.

Data Sources and Trademarks

Statistics, schedules, rankings, and related sports information displayed through the Service may originate from third-party data providers, licensed datasets, or publicly available sources.

Team names, league names, logos, trademarks, and related intellectual property remain the property of their respective owners. Reference to such entities does not imply sponsorship, endorsement, or affiliation with Fourth Down Data or The Berserker Group Ltd.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use only limited cookies and similar technologies necessary to operate the Service.

Essential Cookies

These may include:

• authentication cookies
• session management cookies
• security-related cookies
• preference storage

Without these technologies, portions of the Service may not function properly.

Analytics

We may use privacy-focused analytics tools to understand usage trends and improve the Service. We do not use third-party advertising trackers or cross-site behavioral advertising technologies.

5. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• provide the Service
• comply with legal obligations
• resolve disputes
• enforce agreements
• maintain security and fraud prevention systems

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and applicable legal requirements.

Examples include:

• account records retained while accounts remain active
• billing and transaction records retained for tax and accounting compliance
• security and usage logs retained for operational and fraud-prevention purposes

When information is no longer needed, we will delete, anonymize, or securely dispose of it where reasonably practicable.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

• access information we hold about you
• request correction of inaccurate information
• request deletion of your information
• object to or restrict certain processing activities
• opt out of marketing communications

You may opt out of marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in those communications.

Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal information by contacting us at support@fourthdowndata.com.

We may retain limited information where necessary for:

• legal compliance
• tax and accounting obligations
• fraud prevention
• dispute resolution
• enforcement of agreements

We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including rights related to:

• access
• deletion
• correction
• data portability
• non-discrimination

Fourth Down Data does not sell personal information or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

7. Children's Privacy

The Service is intended for users who are at least 18 years old.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that personal information from a child under 13 has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to us may contact us at support@fourthdowndata.com.

8. Security

We take commercially reasonable measures designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

These measures may include:

• encrypted HTTPS/TLS connections
• password hashing and secure authentication systems
• access controls and database security policies
• infrastructure monitoring and logging
• limited personnel access on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Users

The Service is hosted in the United States and is primarily intended for users located in the United States.

If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

By using the Service, you acknowledge and consent to this transfer and processing.

Users accessing the Service from outside the United States are responsible for ensuring that their use complies with applicable local laws and regulations.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date and may provide additional notice where appropriate.

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you may contact us at:

• The Berserker Group Ltd
• support@fourthdowndata.com