Privacy Policy

Last Modified: 7/27/2019

Introduction

FishAngler, LLC ("FishAngler," "we," or "us") commits to protecting user privacy through compliance with this policy. This document outlines information collection practices across the FishAngler Service, including the website, mobile applications, Web API, email notifications, and advertisements.

Application of Privacy Policy

Covered Activities

The policy applies to information collected:

  • During Service use
  • Via electronic messages through the Service
  • Through mobile and desktop applications
  • On third-party websites using FishAngler advertising or applications

Information Not Covered

The policy excludes:

  • Offline information collection
  • Data collected by third parties, affiliates, or subsidiaries
  • Information from other websites or non-FishAngler sources

Age Restrictions

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. Users under 13 cannot register, purchase, or provide personal information. FishAngler deletes information from minors under 13 upon discovery.

Users aged 13–16 must obtain legal guardian review and approval of this policy before accessing the Service.

Information Collection

Personally Identifiable Information

  • Name, postal address, email, phone number, username, password
  • User-generated content (photos, profiles)

Non-Identifying Information

  • Location data, gender, payment information
  • Content you create or share

Activity Information

  • Browsing history, searches, content engagement
  • Communication patterns with other users

Device Information

  • Operating system, hardware version, device settings
  • GPS, Bluetooth, WiFi location data
  • IP address, browser type, mobile operator details

Third-Party Information

  • Contact information you upload or import
  • Information others share about you
  • Data from third-party websites and apps using FishAngler services

Collection Methods

Direct Collection

  • Information you voluntarily provide
  • Registration and subscription data
  • Contest entries and support requests
  • Transaction details

Automatic Collection

  • Usage statistics and IP addresses
  • Cookies, web beacons, tracking technologies

Third-Party Sources

  • Business partners and integrations

Information Usage

FishAngler uses collected information to:

  • Present and improve the Service
  • Develop new products and services
  • Customize content based on preferences
  • Fulfill user requests
  • Send account notices and updates
  • Enforce contracts and billing
  • Enable interactive features
  • Analyze audience size and usage patterns
  • Recognize returning users
  • Promote safety and security
  • Display targeted advertisements
  • Comply with legal requests

We may also use your information for statistical and marketing purposes. Users consent to contact regarding related goods and services.

Information Sharing

With Other Users

  • People you communicate with on the platform
  • Users who download or re-share your content
  • Audiences selected by others sharing content about you

With Third Parties

  • App developers and website integrations
  • Vendors and service providers
  • Payment processors and customer service providers
  • Academic researchers

Oceanographic Research

We may share information about users' fish species catch data, or "user catch data" with geographic coordinates or other location-based information anonymously to Federal and State government organizations or non-profit organizations for the benefit of the Fisheries and Aquatic Conservation Program and other oceanographic research.

New Ownership

Data transfers occur if FishAngler undergoes merger, restructuring, or asset sale.

Legal Compliance

FishAngler discloses information to comply with court orders, laws, and regulatory requests without prior user consent.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Browser Cookies

A cookie is a small file placed on the hard drive of your computer. Users can refuse cookies through browser settings, though this may limit Service access.

Flash Cookies

Local stored objects track preferences and navigation separately from browser cookie controls.

Web Beacons

Pages of our Service and our emails may contain small electronic files known as web beacons (also referred to as clear gifs, pixel tags, and single-pixel gifs) for usage statistics and email verification.

Third-Party Tracking

Third-party advertisers and content providers use cookies and beacons for interest-based advertising. FishAngler does not control these technologies.

User Rights and Data Management

Access and Corrections

Users can review and modify personal information by logging into their account profile or emailing privacy_report@fishangler.com.

Limitations

  • FishAngler cannot delete personal information without deleting the user account
  • Changes violating laws or causing inaccuracy may be denied
  • Deleted User Contributions may remain in cached, archived, or copied versions

California Privacy Rights

California Civil Code Section § 1798.83 permits users of our Service that are California residents to request certain information regarding our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. Submit requests to privacy_report@fishangler.com.

Data Security

FishAngler implements measures to protect personal information from loss and unauthorized access. Users are responsible for password confidentiality.

Unfortunately, the transmission of information via the internet is not completely secure. Although we do our best to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee the security of your personal information transmitted to our Service.

Policy Changes

FishAngler posts updates to this privacy policy on this page. Material changes trigger email notification to registered email addresses or homepage notices. Users must maintain current contact information and periodically review updates.

Contact

Direct privacy inquiries to: privacy_report@fishangler.com