Baton Privacy Agreement

1. Introduction

Welcome to Baton ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Agreement explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your data when you use our mobile application ("App") and related services. This app is operated by Nikola Draca.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following types of personal information:

Name and email address
Date of birth and gender (if provided)
Profile picture (if provided)
Location data (with your permission)

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of the App, including:

Device information (e.g., device type, operating system)
App usage statistics
IP address
Log data

2.3 Running Activity Data

When you use our App, you may optionally provide data related to your running activities, such as:

Routes and distances
Duration and pace

2.4 Run Club and Event Information

If you organize or participate in run clubs or events, we collect:

Club membership details
Event participation history
Communications within the App related to clubs and events

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide and improve our services
To personalize your experience within the App
To connect you with run clubs and other runners
To send event notifications, reminders, and important updates
To analyze usage patterns and optimize App performance
To ensure the safety and security of our users
To comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Data Storage

Your personal information is stored on secure servers located in the United States of America. We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

4.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure socket layer technology.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 Within the App

Your information is shared within the App to facilitate connections between users and run clubs, as well as to enable event participation and communication.

5.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We may engage trusted third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our services, provide service on our behalf, perform App-related services, or assist us in analyzing how our App is used. These third parties have access to your personal information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency).

5.4 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your personal information is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

5.5 Aggregated Data

We may use and share aggregated, anonymized data for analytical purposes, to improve our services, or to share with third parties. This data cannot be used to identify individual users.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Account Information

You can review, update, or delete your account information at any time through the App settings. If you delete your account, we will retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

6.2 Location Data

You can enable or disable location services when you use our App through your device settings.

6.3 Push Notifications

You can opt out of receiving push notifications through your device settings.

6.4 Data Portability

Upon request, we will provide you with a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

7. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

8. Changes to This Privacy Agreement

We may update our Privacy Agreement from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Agreement on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Agreement periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Agreement, please contact us at:

Nikola Draca me@nikodraca

6631 Rue Marquette Montreal, QC, Canada H2G 2Y6

10. Consent

By using the Baton App, you hereby consent to our Privacy Agreement and agree to its terms.

Last Updated: 2024/08/19