Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 11, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Pissed Off Dads ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our mobile application ("App").

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use our App, you may provide:

Nickname: A username you choose to identify yourself in the App
User-Generated Content: Posts and messages you create expressing your frustrations

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

We automatically collect certain information when you use the App:

Anonymous Identifier: A unique anonymous ID generated by Firebase Authentication to identify your account without collecting personal information
Device Information: General device type and operating system version for compatibility purposes
Usage Data: How you interact with the App (features used, time spent)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide and maintain the App's functionality
Display your posts to other users
Generate rankings and statistics
Improve and optimize the App experience
Display advertisements

3. Third-Party Services

Our App uses the following third-party services that may collect information:

3.1 Firebase (Google)

We use Firebase for:

Authentication: Anonymous sign-in to create your account
Cloud Firestore: Storing your nickname and posts

Firebase Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

3.2 Google AdMob

We display advertisements through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect:

Device advertising identifiers
IP address
Device information

Google AdMob Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

You can opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure Firebase servers provided by Google. We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your information, including:

Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
Secure cloud infrastructure
Anonymous authentication (no email or password required)

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. Your posts and nickname are retained until:

You request deletion of your data
Your account is deleted
We discontinue the service

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Access: Request information about data we hold about you
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
Opt-out of Personalized Ads: Adjust your device advertising settings

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

7. Children's Privacy

Important: This App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. Firebase and Google services operate globally. By using the App, you consent to such transfers.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Consent

By using our App, you consent to:

The collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy
The display of advertisements through Google AdMob
The storage of your data on Firebase servers

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:

Email: apps@machcode.dev

App Name: Pissed Off Dads

12. Additional Information for EU/EEA Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under GDPR:

Right to rectification: Correct inaccurate data
Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data
Right to restrict processing: Limit how we use your data
Right to data portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Right to object: Object to processing of your data

Legal basis for processing: Legitimate interest in providing the App service and consent for advertising.

13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

Know what personal information is collected
Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
Say no to the sale of personal information
Access their personal information
Request deletion of personal information
Not be discriminated against for exercising their rights

We do not sell personal information to third parties.