MatchState (the “App”) is a mobile application for iOS that provides real‑time football match states and notifications. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use the App and our website matchstate.online (the “Site”).
Who we are
Controller: MatchState
Email: hello@matchstate.online
Information we collect
- Account & Identity: We do not require an account to use the App. We do not collect names or email addresses inside the App unless you proactively contact us.
- Device & App Data: Basic device information (model, OS version) and App version may be processed by Apple and, if you opt in, by our analytics provider for performance, diagnostics, and usage metrics.
- Notifications Preferences: Your chosen teams, leagues, and alert settings are stored locally on your device and, if you enable iCloud, may sync via Apple services.
- Crash & Diagnostics: If you consent to share diagnostics with developers (Apple Settings), crash logs may be available to us in aggregate to improve stability.
- Website Data: When visiting our Site, we may collect standard server logs (IP address, user‑agent, referrer) and privacy‑friendly analytics (see Analytics below).
How we use information
- Provide core features like live match updates and push notifications.
- Maintain and improve performance, reliability, and security.
- Understand feature usage (in aggregate) to guide product decisions.
- Respond to support requests you send to us.
Analytics
The App works without tracking across other apps or websites. If we use analytics, we use privacy‑respecting, aggregated metrics (e.g., Plausible/Umami on the Site) without cookies or cross‑site tracking. In‑app analytics, if enabled, are limited to anonymous event counts (e.g., feature taps, notification deliveries) and can be turned off in Settings → Privacy.
Push Notifications
With your permission, the App sends alerts (e.g., goals, cards). Apple Push Notification service (APNs) delivers these messages. We process only the minimal token required to route notifications and your chosen preferences. You can change permissions anytime in iOS Settings.
Data storage & retention
- On‑device data (favorites, preferences) stays on your device unless you enable iCloud sync.
- Server‑side data (e.g., notification device tokens) are retained while necessary to provide the service, then deleted or anonymized.
- Support communications are retained as long as needed to address your request.
Sharing of information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with service providers who help us operate the App (e.g., push delivery, error reporting, privacy‑friendly analytics). These providers act on our instructions and are bound by appropriate safeguards.
International transfers
Your information may be processed in countries outside your own. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect your data.
Your rights
If you are in the EEA/UK, you have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict, object to processing, and data portability under GDPR/UK GDPR. If you are in California, you have rights to know, delete, correct, and opt out of sale/share under CCPA/CPRA. To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@matchstate.online.
Children’s privacy
The App is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required by your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. No system is perfectly secure; please contact us if you have security concerns.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. We will revise the “Effective date” above and, if changes are material, we will provide additional notice in the App or on the Site.
Contact
Questions or requests: hello@matchstate.online