Privacy Policy for Foosoc App

Last Updated: June 21, 2026

1. Introduction

Foosoc ("we", "our", or "us") is an independently developed football match tracking mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you use the Foosoc app.

Our website foosoc.com provides general information about the app. The website does not receive your match, team, or player data from the app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 User-Provided Information

• Player Information: Player names, positions, jersey numbers, and optional photos entered voluntarily by the user.
• Match Data: Team names, scores, match duration, goals, assists, cards, substitutions, fouls, offsides, and related events.
• Team Information: Team names, formations, and lineups.
• Tournament Information: Optional tournament name, stage, venue, and group details.

2.2 Photos (Optional)

If you choose to add a player photo, the app uses Android's system photo picker. Foosoc does not request broad access to your photo library or camera. You select a specific image, and it is stored locally on your device only. Foosoc does not upload player photos to Foosoc-operated servers.

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

The following may be collected by third-party services integrated into the app:

• Advertising ID: Collected by Google AdMob for ad serving and measurement.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and basic diagnostics.
• App Usage Data: Anonymous usage events collected by Firebase Analytics.
• Crash & Performance Data: Anonymous crash reports and stack traces collected by Firebase Crashlytics to improve app stability.
• Consent Choices: Advertising consent preferences managed through Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP), where required by law.

3. How We Use Information

• Provide core match tracking and team management features.
• Store match history locally on the device.
• Allow optional backup and restore of your app data on your device when you choose to use Download Data or Import Data in Settings.
• Improve performance, reliability, and usability.
• Display advertisements (banner, interstitial, and native formats) through Google AdMob.
• Diagnose and fix crashes through Firebase Crashlytics.
• Understand general app usage through Firebase Analytics.

4. Data Storage & Security

4.1 Local Storage

• All match, team, and player data is stored locally on the user's device using on-device database storage.
• Player photos are stored locally and are never uploaded to Foosoc-operated servers.
• In-progress match state may be saved locally so you can resume a match.

4.2 Data Retention

• Data remains on the device until you delete it within the app, uninstall the app, or clear app data.
• Backup files you export to your device remain until you delete them from your file manager or storage.

4.3 Android System Backup

If you have Android backup enabled on your device, your app data may be included in your Google account device backup. This is controlled by your Android system settings, not by Foosoc. This is separate from Foosoc's optional Download Data and Import Data features described in Section 4.5.

4.4 Security

• Reasonable technical measures are used to protect locally stored data.
• Foosoc does not operate its own servers and does not upload your match, team, or player data to Foosoc.

4.5 Backup, Export & Import (Optional)

Foosoc offers optional backup and restore features so you can keep a copy of your data on your device, for example after reinstalling the app or changing phones.

• Download Data: You can export a backup file from Settings (gear icon) > Download Data. The file is saved on your device, typically in the Download/FooSoc folder, as a .foosoc file.
• Automatic backup: After your first successful manual export, Foosoc may automatically save updated backup files to the same folder when you leave the app. This only happens after you have used Download Data at least once.
• Import Data: You can restore from a .foosoc backup file using Settings > Import Data. Import is performed on your device only. Backup files are not uploaded to Foosoc-operated servers.
• What is included: Backup files may contain your matches, teams, player statistics, optional player photos, and in-progress match state saved locally in the app.
• Not encrypted: Backup files are not encrypted. Anyone with access to the file, or to apps or services you share it with, may be able to read its contents.
• Your control: You choose when to export or import data. You are responsible for protecting backup files on your device and for any copies you create, move, or share.

5. Data Sharing

5.1 No Sale of Data

Foosoc does not sell, rent, or trade user data.

5.2 Third-Party Services

Foosoc uses the following third-party services. These providers may collect and process certain technical and usage data according to their own privacy policies:

• Google AdMob: Used to display banner, interstitial, and native ads. AdMob may collect Advertising ID, device information, IP address, and ad interaction data. Google Privacy Policy
• Google User Messaging Platform (UMP): Used to request and manage advertising consent where required by law (including GDPR in the EEA). Google Privacy Policy
• Google Firebase Analytics: Collects anonymous app usage data (such as app version, device type, and OS version) to help us understand how the app is used. Google Privacy Policy
• Google Firebase Crashlytics: Collects anonymous crash reports (such as crash logs, app version, device type, and OS version) to help us fix bugs and improve stability. Google Privacy Policy
• API-Football: Used to fetch live football match scores, fixtures, and related sports data. This service may receive information sent by your device, including your IP address. API-Football Privacy Policy

Foosoc's backup and import features do not send your backup files to Foosoc or to the third-party services listed above.

5.3 Sharing via Android Share Feature

If you choose to share a match result or player profile from within the app, the content is shared through your device's standard share menu to apps you select (such as messaging or social apps). Foosoc does not control how those third-party apps handle shared content.

If you copy, move, email, or otherwise share a .foosoc backup file outside the app, Foosoc does not control how those third-party apps or services handle that file.

5.4 Legal Disclosure

Information may be disclosed if required by law or legal process.

6. Advertising & Analytics

6.1 Advertising

Foosoc uses Google AdMob to serve ads, including banner ads, interstitial ads, and native ads within the app. Ads may be personalized or non-personalized depending on user consent, region, and applicable Google policies.

6.2 Analytics & Crash Reporting

Foosoc uses Google Firebase Analytics and Firebase Crashlytics. These services collect technical and usage data to help improve the app. They do not receive your match, team, or player names stored locally in the app unless such data is included in a crash log by technical necessity.

6.3 User Controls

• You can update ad consent choices at any time from Settings (gear icon) > Update Ad Consent Settings in the app.
• You can reset or delete your Advertising ID via Android device settings.
• You can opt out of personalized ads through Android system settings.
• You can visit foosoc.com for general app information.

7. User Controls & Data Management

• Users can edit or delete player and match data within the app.
• Player photos can be removed or changed at any time.
• All locally stored data can be removed by uninstalling the app or clearing app data.
• You can export a copy of your data at any time using Settings > Download Data.
• You can restore data from a backup file using Settings > Import Data.
• Exported backup files can be deleted at any time from your device's file manager or Downloads folder.
• Advertising consent can be changed at any time through the in-app Settings menu.

8. GDPR & EEA Users

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR, including the right to access, delete, or restrict processing of your data where applicable.

Consent for personalized advertising is requested where required through Google's User Messaging Platform and can be withdrawn at any time via the in-app Update Ad Consent Settings option or your device settings.

Your match, team, and player data entered in the app is stored locally on your device and is not uploaded to Foosoc-operated servers. Backup export and import are optional features that keep your data on your device unless you choose to copy or share backup files elsewhere. Technical data processed by Google (AdMob, Firebase, UMP) may be transferred internationally in accordance with Google's data protection policies.

9. Children & Families Compliance

Foosoc is suitable for users of all ages and is rated 3+ on Google Play. The app does not require account creation and does not knowingly collect real-world identity information.

All player names, photos, and match details are entered voluntarily by the user and are stored locally on the device. Foosoc does not encourage the entry of real personal information, especially for minors.

If you export a backup file, it may contain information you entered in the app, including optional player photos. You should protect backup files accordingly, especially on devices used by children.

Advertising shown in the app is served by Google AdMob and is intended to comply with Google Play Families Policy requirements, including the use of appropriate ad content and, where applicable, non-personalized advertising based on consent and region.

10. International Data Transfers

Foosoc does not operate its own servers and does not upload your match, team, or player data to Foosoc.

However, third-party services used by the app (Google AdMob, Google Firebase Analytics, Google Firebase Crashlytics, Google UMP, and API-Football) may process data on servers located outside your country, including the United States. These transfers are governed by each provider's privacy policy and applicable data protection safeguards.

11. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

12. Contact

Email: foosoc.app@gmail.com
Website: https://foosoc.com

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