# Privacy Policy for Stock League
**Last Updated: January 3, 2026**
Stock League ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Stock League mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.
## 1. Information We Collect
### 1.1 Information You Provide
- **Account Information**: Username and display name you choose when creating an account
- **Stock Picks**: The stocks you select for challenges
- **Game Activity**: Your participation in challenges, rankings, and scores
### 1.2 Automatically Collected Information
- **Device Information**: Device type, operating system, and app version
- **Usage Data**: App feature usage, session duration, and interaction patterns
- **Log Data**: Error logs and crash reports to improve app stability
## 2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the App's functionality
- Display leaderboards and rankings
- Calculate portfolio performance based on real stock prices
- Improve and optimize the App experience
- Send important notifications about challenges and updates
- Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
## 3. Information Sharing
We do **NOT**:
- Sell your personal information to third parties
- Share your data with advertisers
- Use your information for targeted advertising
We may share information:
- With service providers who help operate the App (e.g., hosting providers)
- If required by law or legal process
- To protect the rights and safety of users
## 4. Data Storage and Security
- Your data is stored on secure servers
- We use industry-standard encryption for data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel only
- We regularly review and update our security practices
## 5. Data Retention
- Account data is retained while your account is active
- You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time
- Anonymized, aggregated data may be retained for analytics purposes
## 6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Opt-out of non-essential communications
## 6.1 Account & Data Deletion
You can request deletion of your account and all associated data at any time.
**How to Request Deletion:**
1. **In-App**: Go to Profile > Settings > Delete Account
2. **Email**: Send a request to **delete@stocksleague.app** with your username
3. **Web Form**: Visit https://stocksleague.app/delete-account
**What Gets Deleted:**
- Your account and username
- All stock picks and challenge history
- Leaderboard entries and rankings
- Any other data associated with your account
**Deletion Timeline:**
- Requests are processed within 7 business days
- You will receive confirmation once deletion is complete
- Some anonymized, aggregated data may be retained for analytics
**Note:** Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone.
## 7. Children's Privacy
Stock League is rated for Everyone and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The App does not require personal information beyond a username to participate.
## 8. Third-Party Services
The App may use third-party services for:
- **Stock Price Data**: We retrieve real-time stock prices from financial data providers
- **Analytics**: To understand app usage patterns (anonymized)
These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of data.
## 9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
## 10. No Real Money or Financial Advice
Stock League is a game for entertainment and educational purposes only. The App:
- Does NOT involve real money transactions
- Does NOT provide financial or investment advice
- Does NOT facilitate actual stock trading
- Uses real stock prices for game mechanics only
## 11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
**Email**: support@stocksleague.app
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By using Stock League, you agree to this Privacy Policy.